Historic McKowen Store Building – For Sale or Lease

Investment Overview

The Historic McKowen Store Building (ca. 1835) is a rare opportunity to acquire or lease a historic commercial property located in the heart of downtown Jackson, Louisiana. Situated along Charter Street, the town’s historic commercial corridor, the property is part of the Jackson Historic District, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The building contains approximately ±4,500 square feet across the basement and first floor, with an additional ±1,500 square feet of attic space that could potentially be converted into additional office, retail, or creative space. The lower level previously operated as a restaurant, while the upper level has been used as an art gallery and flexible event space. The property also features outdoor patio areas beneath mature oak trees, providing a unique setting for hospitality, retail, or creative uses. The building’s historic character, flexible layout, and prominent location along Charter Street provide a distinctive opportunity within one of the most well-preserved historic town centers in the Florida Parishes region of Southeast Louisiana.

Investment Highlights

• Parish: East Feliciana Parish
• Building Size: ±4,500 SF (Basement and First Floor)
• Additional Space: ±1,500 SF Attic (potential future expansion)
• Lot Size: ±0.15 Acres
• Floors: 2 Levels + Attic
• Year Built: Circa 1835
• Construction: Wood frame structure with stucco exterior and brick basement foundation
• Roof Type: Hip Roof
• Historic Designation: Located within the Jackson Historic District (National Register of Historic Places)
• Previous Uses: Restaurant (Lower Level), Art Gallery / Event Space (Upper Level)
• Outdoor Features: Patio space beneath mature oak trees
• Opportunity Zone: Yes