407 & 411 Ave J | Arts District Anchor | Iconic Power Plant
Arts District Anchor | Iconic Lubbock Power Plant | Prime Development Opportunity
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Now available for sale: A rare opportunity to own a piece of Lubbock’s history and define the future of the Downtown Arts District. This offering includes two landmark properties (407 & 411 Avenue J) totaling 0.86 acres at the high-traffic Northeast corner of 5th Street and Avenue J.
407 Ave J (The Power Plant): A 6,889 SF industrial masterpiece built in 1959. Once the city’s original power and water distribution plant, this building is a developer’s dream for a flagship restaurant or brewery. The interior is defined by massive volume and raw textures, featuring multi-dimensional mezzanines, a unique basement/tunnel system, and towering overhead doors. Authentic industrial relics—including a 1930s generator and an overhead bridge crane—provide an incredible foundation for a one-of-a-kind hospitality aesthetic.
411 Ave J: This expansive 12,183 SF structure dates back to the early 1900s and sits on 0.57 acres. With its large footprint and historic charm, it offers the perfect space for a high-end retail gallery, a sprawling food hall, or a complementary hospitality venue to the neighboring power plant.
This is a true blank canvas in the city’s most creative corridor. Located directly on the First Friday Art Trail, the property sits directly across from the Charles Adams Studio Project (CASP) and just steps from Two Docs Brewing Co. With the $180M Buddy Holly Hall and the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center within easy walking distance, these buildings are perfectly positioned to become the premier social destination in Downtown Lubbock.
Investment highlights
Premier Destination Location: "Center Ice" positioning at 5th & Ave J, surrounded by the district's most successful art and hospitality anchors.
Unrivaled Scale: Nearly an acre of downtown land allows for expansive outdoor patios, beer gardens, or dedicated guest parking—essential for high-volume hospitality.
Architectural Identity: The "Power Plant" offers irreplaceable industrial features (1930s generator, bridge crane, and tunnels) that create an instant brand for a restaurant or bar.
Hospitality-Ready Canvas: Large open floor plans (~19,072 total SF) and overhead doors provide the ideal layout for indoor/outdoor dining and entertainment concepts.
Blank Canvas Upside: Purchase the property in its authentic state and tailor the renovation to suit your specific brand and operational requirements.
High Foot Traffic: Beneficiary of the Art Trail, Buddy Holly Hall events, and the growing residential population in the downtown core.
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