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The street-level suite offers ±1,578 SF of prime retail or restaurant space in the heart of Durham’s vibrant 9th Street district. Situated directly next to Starbucks, this high-visibility storefront benefits from steady pedestrian traffic and strong co-tenancy, making it an ideal setting for retail or food and beverage concepts. Delivered as a clean vanilla box, the space features tall ceilings, large street-facing windows, and a flexible open layout ready for a tenant’s upfit. It also includes connectivity to the building’s existing grease trap, streamlining the path for restaurant users. With direct sidewalk access, this suite presents a rare opportunity for a local concept looking to grow or a national brand seeking high-profile presence. 
Johnny Wehmann
SVN | Real Estate Associates |
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The second floor presents a rare opportunity to lease highly-visible space in a recently renovated, historic building in Durham’s iconic 9th Street district. This top-floor suite features large windows with expansive views of 9th Street, abundant natural light, and newly installed restrooms. A warm shell space with flexible layouts offers a blank canvas for creative office, studio, or boutique service users. With front and rear stairwell access (walk-up only), this space is ideal for businesses seeking charm, location, and potential to customize their space. The open floor plan accommodates a single tenant for the full ±3,640 SF or can be subdivided for users needing as little as ±1,500 SF.
Johnny Wehmann
SVN | Real Estate Associates |
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The basement level is not your typical basement space. With windows providing natural light, exposed architectural features, and full HVAC in place, this ±3,419 SF space has the bones to support a wide range of innovative or experiential concepts, from creative studios or wellness uses to boutique services and more. Accessed via the building’s rear stairwell, the space is not handicap accessible, making it best suited for users without strict ADA or delivery needs. But for the right tenant, it’s a truly special opportunity in a highly-desirable location.
Johnny Wehmann
SVN | Real Estate Associates |
Contacts
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Property Details
- Property Type Retail - Street Retail
- Property Size 8,400 SF
- Units 3
- Lot Size 0.13 Acre
- Date Updated Jun 3, 2025
Reach out to the broker for more info on lease terms and amenities
Highlights
- Close to Duke University & Medical Center, Downtown Durham, NC-147 & I-85
- Landlord will consider tenant improvement allowances for qualified tenants.
- Prime location on Durham’s historic and walkable 9th Street retail corridor
Getting around
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89/100
Walk Score ®
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51/100
Transit Score ®
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93/100
Bike Score ®
Location
- City Durham, NC
- Neighborhood Old West Durham
- Zip Code 27705
- Market Raleigh Durham
Points of Interest
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Durham
1.13 miles
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West Durham BP #450
0.09 miles
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BP
0.19 miles
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Shell
0.77 miles
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Family Fare
0.78 miles
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Mobil
0.81 miles
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Gazelle
0.82 miles
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Northgate Express
0.88 miles
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Wades Texaco
0.99 miles
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Citgo
1.06 miles
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EVgo
6.32 miles
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Bivins Parking Lot
0.27 miles
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Randolph Parking Lot
0.27 miles
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Branson Hall Parking
0.33 miles
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Pegram Parking Lot
0.34 miles
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Gilbert-Addoms Lot
0.36 miles
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Biddle Music Parking Lot
0.38 miles
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Wilson House/Red Zone
0.45 miles
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Brown Parking Lot
0.46 miles
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Epworth Parking Lot
0.51 miles
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H Lot
0.52 miles
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Cosmic Cantina
0.01 miles
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Alpaca
0.03 miles
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Blue Corn Cafe
0.03 miles
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Subway
0.03 miles
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Breugger's Bagel
0.04 miles
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Kiichi Ramen
0.05 miles
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International Delights
0.08 miles
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Devil's Pizzeria
0.08 miles
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Metro 8 Steakhouse
0.09 miles
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Mi Calvillo
0.10 miles
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Whole Foods Market
0.10 miles
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Harris Teeter
0.17 miles
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Food Lion
0.82 miles
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Durham Co-op Market
0.85 miles
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Brightleaf Square
0.87 miles
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Northgate Shopping Mall
1.01 miles
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Ross
1.32 miles
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Compare Foods
1.74 miles
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Loehmann's Plaza
1.86 miles
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Red White Grocery
1.99 miles
706 Ninth Street Listing Brief
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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.
706 Ninth Street is located in Old West Durham, which is home to a total of 5 listing(s). The rent for retail space at 706 Ninth Street is available upon request. Feel free to reach out using the contact form conveniently included on this page to find out more about what the property can offer for your business.
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The property includes 8,637 square feet of retail space for lease. Of this total, 8,637 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.
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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.
Knowing your ideal customer is essential. For your consideration, the average age of residents in Old West Durham is 35. The average household income here is $71,153 per year.
Access more in-depth information about this property — including ownership, tenant details, property characteristics and transaction history, along with local market insights and much more — on CommercialEdge.
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