Located on a 5 acre +/- lot on the west side of Pittsfield, with plenty of room for expansion, this business captures Pittsfield Lake and Pine Lake goers, fishermen, hunters, campers, golfers, etc...and a tremendously loyal local following. This well-established bowling alley (Bowler's Universe), bar, and grill presents a unique opportunity for an entrepreneur to acquire a profitable and growing business. This has been a staple business and entertainment location for families all over Pike County for many, many years. With 12 lanes of bowling, a game room, and a commercial-sized kitchen, the bowling and grill aspect of the business has proven successful. On the backside of the alley, you have Lane 13, which is an added dynamic to the business of a bar and grill. The bar is full service with a selection of draft beer and a lunch and supper menu. In the back, you will find a huge walk-in freezer. Outside behind the building features an outdoor patio, bar, and sand volleyball pit. On the east side of the property lies approximately 3 acres +/- of open ground creating another option for expansion or another investment venture. With ample opportunities existing to expand through targeted advertising, menu diversification, and the development of bowling leagues and season activities, such as the sand volleyball on-site, there is plenty of growth potential. This business has a proven track record of success.
Riverbank Bar and Grill is a turn-key business sitting perfectly off the Illinios River and Florence Bridge. With an established name in the area, the business boasts an impressive loyal customer base, and a variety of food offerings, and is located right off the river. They currently offer a full menu for lunch and dinner along with a full bar. It’s set up so you can continue the current operation or implement your own business concept. With 4,288 sqft of restaurant/bar space, including a covered outdoor patio seating area with a well-built stage, it also offers plenty of room for future expansion. The outdoor patio also features two heaters and can be enclosed with plastic in the winter to be used year-round. The owner oversees and manages the day-to-day operations of the business. The ground from the restaurant to the river has been planted in beans this year and could continue to be planted or used for potential cabin sites or camping. The parking lot is substantially large to easily host big events. The shed on the west side of the property creates a significant amount of storage space. With a planned adjacent bridge project underway, giving better access to the business from across the Illinois River, there is a tremendous opportunity to increase revenue. Potential buyers can rest assured that this restaurant has proven to be resilient.
Green Acres Hotel is a quaint and cozy investment property in the heart of Pittsfield and Pike County, Illinois. The property combines a parking lot/developmental property, a fully operational Hooterville Cafe, and a 20-room turnkey hotel. The hotel is 12,396 square feet, consisting of 13 non-suite rooms and 7 suite rooms, a breakfast/gathering room (with a capacity of 50 people), self-serve laundry, an office, and public restrooms. There is a large empty lot along the highway with developmental opportunities, which is currently being rented as a parking area for hospital employees. An additional building located north of the cafe offers three additional hotel rooms for daily or short-term rental, or could continue to be used as a "manager's house." It is near many area attractions, including wineries, antique shops, and jeep jamboree, and is within walking distance to several restaurants, including its very own Hooterville Cafe. The turn-key cafe includes a commercial kitchen and accommodates up to 50 eat-in guests. The entire property is commercially zoned through the city of Pittsfield with permitted uses. Additional information is available; please contact the listing agents.
The median home value in Pittsfield, IL is $95,500. This is higher than the county median home value of $91,800. The national median home value is $338,100. The average price of homes sold in Pittsfield, IL is $95,500. Approximately 66.08% of Pittsfield homes are owned, compared to 22.75% rented, while 11.17% are vacant. Pittsfield real estate listings include condos, townhomes, and single family homes for sale. Commercial properties are also available. If you see a property you’re interested in, contact a Pittsfield real estate agent to arrange a tour today!
Pittsfield, Illinois has a population of 4,123. Pittsfield is more family-centric than the surrounding county with 28.63% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 28.47%.
The median household income in Pittsfield, Illinois is $41,638. The median household income for the surrounding county is $51,529 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Pittsfield is 42.2 years.
The average high temperature in July is 86.5 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 17.4 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 39.9 inches per year, with 17 inches of snow per year.