509 Shelby ST Bristol, TN 37620
25,758 SqFt
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Key Details
Property Type Commercial
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 25,758 sqft
Price per Sqft $29
Subdivision Not In Subdivision
MLS Listing ID 9988997
HOA Y/N No
Total Fin. Sqft 25758
Year Built 1925
Lot Size 9,147 Sqft
Acres 0.21
Lot Dimensions 54 x 168
Source Tennessee/Virginia Regional MLS
Property Description
Discover one of Bristol's most architecturally intriguing commercial properties, located at 509 Shelby Street in the heart of the city's revitalized downtown district. Spanning four connected buildings on three separate parcels and offering a combined 25,758 square feet, this property delivers unmatched historic charm alongside flexible redevelopment potential.
For decades, this facility was home to Mallicote Printing, one of the Southeast's premier and most innovative printing operations. Built in 1925, the structure retains beautifully preserved craftsmanship that is nearly impossible to replicate today. Step inside and you'll immediately notice the massive 16-inch Redwood support beams that frame the classic saw-tooth roof design, filling the interior with natural light and a sense of industrial authenticity.
The 3/4-inch white oak and white pine floors, original exposed brick walls, large entry doors, and period wood-framed windows create an atmosphere that feels like stepping back in time—when life moved a little slower and every detail mattered. The property also features 2,574 SF of two-level office space, perfectly suited for administrative functions, creative operations, or conversion into additional guest or customer-facing areas.
Close your eyes and imagine the possibilities: a period-style restaurant, craft brewery, event venue, artisan market, or a flagship destination for nightlife and entertainment—right in the core of the B2 zoning district, which encourages dynamic downtown commercial uses.
With its warm character, small-town charm, and historically rooted architecture, this is a place where vision becomes reality. Bring your ideas and breathe new life into one of Bristol's most distinctive downtown properties.
Located within the B2 zoning district, the property supports retail, food & beverage, entertainment, professional services, creative studios, light production, and mixed commercial uses. Its architectural appeal, walkable location, and proximity to Bristol's downtown amenities create an ideal platform for repositioning or redevelopment.
For investors seeking a standout asset with both intrinsic historical value and modern-day business potential, this property is primed for future growth and a wide range of leasing or adaptive-reuse strategies.
Location
State TN
County Sullivan
Community Not In Subdivision
Area 0.21
Zoning B2
Direction In Bristol, TN move to Shelby St. which is one block off State St. on the Tennessee side. Entrances are both on Shelby and 5th St.
Interior
Heating Electric, Natural Gas, Electric
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Equipment Fire Sprinkler System, Freight Elevator, Loading Dock(s)
Heat Source Electric, Natural Gas
Exterior
Utilities Available Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Roof Type Rubber,Shingle
Road Frontage City Street
Building
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Structure Type Brick
New Construction No
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 021a A 034.00
Acceptable Financing Conventional
Listing Terms Conventional
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