Downtown Athens Retail Space Across from UGA Arch

For Lease

163 E Broad St, Athens, GA 30601

You can currently find 1 retail space(s) available for lease at Downtown Athens Retail Space Across from UGA Arch. Designated use type for space listed here includes street retail. Current retail listings at this property total 4,439 square feet. Lease type options include NNN. Expand the listing and property details below for additional information on leasing opportunities at Downtown Athens Retail Space Across from UGA Arch.

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Contacts

Brian Elrod, CCIM

NAI Elrod Group

Property Details

  • Property Type Retail - Street Retail
  • Property Size 4,439 SF
  • Lot Size 0.05 Acre
  • Year Built 1900
  • Date Updated May 14, 2026
163 E Broad Street sits directly across from the University of Georgia's North Campus, steps from the Arch—the most recognized landmark in Athens. The property is less than 125 feet from two Athens Transit bus stops and benefits from high pedestrian traffic throughout the year. The location is next door to Target and steps from The Drake, a new mixed-use development, placing it in the center of East Broad Street's active retail corridor. Downtown restaurants, Sanford Stadium, and campus facilities are all within walking distance. The combination of student foot traffic, downtown visitors, and nearby retail anchors creates consistent visibility for businesses at this address.This 4,439 SF commercial space at 163 E Broad Street offers a prime downtown Athens location directly across from UGA's North Campus and the Arch. With 22,300 average daily traffic count on East Broad Street, the property provides exceptional visibility and exposure. The two-story building, originally constructed in 1900 with modern updates, features exposed brick, large windows for natural light and street visibility, and flexible floor plans suitable for retail, office, or mixed-use concepts. The space includes street-level retail areas, multiple private offices, production or storage rooms, and full bathrooms. Its position on East Broad Street provides constant exposure to student and pedestrian traffic, making it ideal for businesses targeting the UGA community and downtown visitors. The property's configuration allows for various business types, from boutique retail to professional services.
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Highlights

  • 22,300 Average Daily Traffic – Exceptional visibility and exposure on E Broad St's main corridor
  • 4,439 SF Flexible Space – Two-level layout for retail, office, or mixed-use concepts
  • Historic Character – 1900 building with exposed brick and large street-facing windows
  • Prime UGA Location – Directly across from N. Campus and the Arch, with high student foot traffic
  • Strong Retail Neighbors – Next to Target and steps from The Drake development
  • Transit-Adjacent – Less than 125 feet from two Athens Transit bus stops

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Getting around

  • 95/100

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  • 75/100

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Location

  • City Athens, GA
  • Zip Code 30601

Points of Interest

  • Groome Airport Shuttle Service

    0.87 miles

  • Envirospark

    0.22 miles

  • ChargePoint

    0.38 miles

  • ClipperCreek

    0.47 miles

  • Shell

    0.53 miles

  • Marathon

    0.57 miles

  • Valero’s

    0.75 miles

  • Circle K

    1.02 miles

  • Chevron

    1.12 miles

  • Blink

    1.28 miles

  • RaceTrac

    1.30 miles

  • N05A (Holmes-Hunter)

    0.07 miles

  • Downtown Athens Parking

    0.08 miles

  • West Washington Building

    0.10 miles

  • W01

    0.11 miles

  • N05B (Holmes-Hunter)

    0.13 miles

  • N04A (Business Services)

    0.13 miles

  • N04E (Administration Building)

    0.15 miles

  • W01A (Environmental Design)

    0.16 miles

  • W01F (Gilbert)

    0.16 miles

  • N04C (Human Resources)

    0.18 miles

  • Mother Phở

    0.01 miles

  • Chipotle

    0.01 miles

  • Munch Hut

    0.02 miles

  • Chick-fil-A

    0.03 miles

  • The Grill

    0.03 miles

  • Gyro Wrap

    0.05 miles

  • The Place

    0.06 miles

  • Little Italy

    0.06 miles

  • Thai Spoon

    0.06 miles

  • Insomnia Cookies

    0.07 miles

  • Target

    0.03 miles

  • Lay-Z-Shopper Convenience Store

    0.13 miles

  • Dollar General Market

    1.37 miles

  • Piggly Wiggly

    1.45 miles

  • Camino Real Mexican Store

    1.47 miles

  • Earth Fare

    1.53 miles

  • Burlington

    1.94 miles

  • Kroger

    1.96 miles

  • The Fresh Market

    2.09 miles

  • TJ Maxx / HomeGoods

    2.18 miles

163 E Broad St Listing Brief

  • A property’s location contributes to the asking rent almost as much as its characteristics do. For instance, central urban locations with high walkability or suburban locations with ample parking and easy access by car will claim higher rents but offer superior access to your customer base. Likewise, the quality of the building systems and property finishes have a significant impact on how businesses can conduct their activity there, as well as on the experience of their customers.

    Retail space at Downtown Athens Retail Space Across from UGA Arch asks $40.00/SF/YR per square foot.

  • The property includes 4,439 square feet of retail space for lease. Of this total, 4,439 square feet are Street Retail.

    Lease agreement conditions for the availability at this property include NNN.

    For more information or to schedule a tour of the property, use the convenient contact form on this page to get in touch with a representative.

  • You should keep in mind that different areas gradually build a reputation as hotspots or desirable corridors for shopping, eating, or other entertainment and consumer activities. So, while renting retail space in an area with a well-established high-end reputation might mean more customers that are more willing to spend, it will also place you in a more competitive environment.

Contact Listing Broker
Brian Elrod, CCIM

NAI Elrod Group

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