Prime Retail Opportunity in the Heart of La Porte Discover exceptional visibility and steady traffic flow at this well-positioned 1,983 SF retail space along SR-2/E Lincolnway, offering nearly 17,500 cars passing daily. Built in 1981 and situated on a generous 0.40-acre lot, this property provides both functionality and flexibility for a wide range of commercial uses. Located just steps from Downtown La Porte, the site benefits from strong local activity and convenient access to major nearby markets—only 21 miles from Valparaiso and 20 miles from South Bend. The property sits within the B-2 General Commercial District, allowing for a variety of retail, service, and customer-facing business opportunities. Whether you're expanding, relocating, or launching a new concept, this highly visible corridor offers the exposure and accessibility your business needs to thrive. Property Highlights: Excellent visibility along SR-2 -High traffic counts: ~17,500 vehicles/day -Close proximity to Downtown La Porte -21 miles to Valparaiso 20 miles to South Bend -1,983 SF retail building -0.40-acre lot -Zoned B-2: General Commercial
Courtesy: A.R.E. Partners Inc.
312-300-7237
Escape Chicago Prices - Own a Turnkey Restaurant with upstairs apartment in booming NW Indiana. Looking to expand or relocate your hospitality footprint without the sky-high Chicago overhead? This is your chance to own a beautifully updated 54-seat restaurant in the heart of downtown La Porte, just over an hour from Chicago. This opportunity combines affordable entry, income potential, and major growth upside in one of Northwest Indiana's most promising small-city markets. Mixed use building with 54-seat restaurant offers a rare opportunity to own a well-equipped space in downtown La Porte, a city recently ranked the 2nd Best Small City in America by USA Today for 2025. This recognition underscores La Porte's vibrant community, historic charm, and growing economic momentum. Originally built in 1900, the property blends historic charm with modern functionality, making it ideal for an owner-operator or investor looking to step into an established setting. The restaurant is fully equipped with a bar and TVs, a 23-tap system (beer, wine, and nitro beer), and a commercial kitchen that includes a hood and Ansul system. The basement features two large walk-in coolers (7.5'x14' for beer and 7.5'x20' for food storage), along with a grease trap integrated into the kitchen floor. New operator will need to obtain liquor license. Security and fire monitoring systems are already in place. The main floor spans 2,200 square feet, with an additional 2,000 square feet in the basement, offering ample storage and prep space. The restaurant has two single-use restrooms and a kitchen outfitted with two split A/C units for climate control. Major system updates include new plumbing and water lines in 2019, a new 200-amp electrical panel in 2018, and a water heater installed in 2019. Upstairs is a 1,200-square-foot, 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment provides additional income potential and is currently operating as an Airbnb. The unit was updated in 2019 with new appliances, hot water heater, A/C, and furnace. Includes a washer and dryer.
Laporte is located in Indiana. Laporte, Indiana has a population of 10,996.
The median household income in Laporte, Indiana is $45,277. The median household income for the surrounding county is $60,226 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Laporte is 36.3 years.
The average high temperature in July is 82.8 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 16.4 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 40.6 inches per year, with 47.6 inches of snow per year.
