Discover this historic commercial building in downtown Converse offering over 4,600 square feet of versatile, multi-use space. Rich in local history, the property has previously housed a NAPA auto parts store, multiple restaurants, and a variety of other successful businesses. It is currently operating as a retail space for antiques and crafts. Over the past 15 years, the building has been thoughtfully maintained and improved with significant updates, including a new roof, modern heating and cooling systems, and several new windows—major upgrades that provide peace of mind for future owners. The flexible layout allows for multiple income opportunities, with the potential to accommodate up to four separate businesses under one roof. Whether used for retail, office space, a restaurant, or a workshop in the rear garage area, the possibilities are truly endless. Roof was replaced in 2017. The flat roof section has a 20 year transferrable warranty. Back room has ceiling heat.
Turnkey Restaurant & Bar with in the Heart of Converse! Here’s your chance to own a fully equipped, move-in ready restaurant and bar located in the vibrant and walkable downtown Converse district—just steps away from other local hotspots, shops, and eateries. This property offers everything you need to launch your culinary or hospitality vision, including a commercial kitchen outfitted with an Ansel hood system, flat-top grill, fryers, ovens, walk-in coolers, refrigerators, and a custom-built tap and keg cooler. Guests will enjoy two distinct dining areas—one featuring a stage and full bar—perfect for live entertainment, private events, or weekend crowds. The space also includes three restrooms and a fully integrated sound system throughout the building. Additional updates include new plumbing, a welcoming vestibule entryway, and acoustic paneling to enhance sound quality and reduce noise. The upper level was once a shotgun-style apartment and offers potential for future use or expansion. Whether you're expanding your portfolio or bringing a new concept to life, this property delivers location, infrastructure, and opportunity—all in one package.
Converse is located in Indiana. Converse, Indiana has a population of 1,009. Converse is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 27.24% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 29.33%.
The median household income in Converse, Indiana is $52,847. The median household income for the surrounding county is $53,762 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Converse is 37.1 years.
The average high temperature in July is 84.1 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 16.9 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 41.4 inches per year, with 28.9 inches of snow per year.
