401 S Water St 

Corpus Christi , TX 78401

(built 1946)

About This Property

Landmark property located in downtown Corpus Christi, Texas. The building was originally built as a car dealership and later became an event center for the local ABC television affiliate. The property has recently been renovated and currently partially houses the locally owned & operated Nueces Brewing co. The remainder of the space allows for flexible square footage for all user types. Ideal for restaurant, retail, office and any other creative use. Owner is willing to divide depending on size and concept.
 
Amenities Include: 

  • Building is near Nueces Brewing and BBQ. A well established and popular restaurant.  
  • 21 parking spaces in front of building and additional on street parking close by.  
  • Across from new murals from 2025 Mural Fest. 
  • This space is a large blank canvas. Open to possibilites for small to large retail build outs. 



This property has
1 Available Lease Space
For Info About Leasing:

Avaliable Sqft is 2,000-10,000. For price per sqft please see contact information below.

Adame Real Estate
Mark Adame
361-880-5888
mark@joeadame.com

Lease can also be viewed on LoopNet.
Total Building Size (sq ft): 67,747
Zoning: Commercial
Incentives: Local Incentives Available!
Current Historic Designations: • Not individually listed on the National Register
• Not located in a National Register District
• Not located in a Local District
• Not a Local Landmark
Attached Documents:
Sale/Lease Availability Info: Last updated March 6th, 2026

Nearby Businesses

Property Information
Zoning Uses Allowed Commercial
Lot Size (acres) 1.1300
Parking Spaces 6
Electrical Service
Heating Type
Official Total Sq Ft 67,747
Total Commercial Units 10000
Total Residential Units 0
Total Commerical Sq Ft 10,131
Total Residential Sq Ft 0
Year Built 1946
Last Remodel Date
Last Sale Date May 31st, 2001
Parcel Number 197742
Subdivision Bayshore Park
Legal Description BOGGUS TRACT 1.133 ACS OUT OF SCHATZEL TR
Located Within
  • DTTX Search Area
  • TIRZ

1 Available Lease Space

Multiple Spaces
sqft/mo
Total Square Footage
10,000 sq ft
Current Use
Vacant
Unit Type
Commercial Unit

Survey Recommendations

Type
Building - Vacant
Stylistic Influences
Moderne
Alterations/Additions
Survey Recommendations
Not Individually Eligible
Priority
Historic Resources Survey
Historic Resources Survey of Corpus Christi Downtown Management District and a Portion of Uptown
Survey Date
September 2017
Modification Type