Renee Estes, Realtor
Renee Estes-Leading Agent Multiple Offer sales/ listings
REALTOR®, Realtor/ Broker
MLS#26066943
STATUSActive
PROPERTY TYPECommercial -
Property Description
OWN A PIECE OF AMERICAN HISTORY! THE LAST ROUTE 66 DRIVE-IN THEATER IN ILLINOIS!An extraordinary, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own the legendary SKYVIEW Drive-In Theatre-the LAST continuously operating drive-in theater along iconic Route 66 in Illinois and the last of 4 operating on Route 66 across America! Spanning 16+ acres with highway exposure in thriving Litchfield, this powerhouse commercial property offers unlimited revenue streams 365 days a year. Accommodating 500+ vehicles, this turnkey complex is fully optimized for movies under the stars, large-scale car shows, weekend flea markets, jeep meets and festivals, and of course live entertainment venues. Modern upgrades abound, including updated commercial kitchen and concession facilities. Drive In has radio broadcasting sound system, massive screen, prominent lighted signboards, POS system, app capabilities for food delivery right to your car so you don't miss the flick, and spacious, updated restroom facilities designed for high-capacity crowds are situated wonderful on the premises. Drive In has allowed RVs to enter, stay overnight, and guests are seen daily stopping in from around the world to visit and take pictures!Income & Future Potential: A smaller separate portion of the 16.2 acres is currently leased out, generating immediate passive income from Day 1, with substantial open space left for expansion or development! Plus, as a recognized Route 66 historic treasure, the property qualifies at times for various heritage and tourism grants.This property has served as about the halfway point between Springfield and St Louis, with St Louis being under an hour away. This Route 66, turnkey entertainment venue is primed for the next visionaries, movie buffs, or commercial developers with its generous room for footprint expansion, additional leasing opportunities, and historic Route 66 grant funding opportunities. Don't let this piece of Americana pass you by-schedule your private tour today! Call your favorite Broker Today!!! See You At The Movies!!!
Property Features
Property Type: Commercial -
Cooling: Dual
Lot Size: 16.00 Acres
Taxes: $4,033
Feature Descriptions
Current Use: Other
Days on Site: 15
Electric: Other
Exterior: Block, Other
Fencing: Privacy
Laundry: Main Level
Parcel#: 10-32-276-001
Water: Public
Listed By / Shown By
Listed By
Agency Name: Prestige Realty Group
Shown By
Agent Name: Renee Estes, Realtor
Agent Phone: (618) 791-1543
Agency Title: Strano & Associates
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1500 N Old Route 66 | MLS# 26066943
This commercial property located at 1500 N Old Route 66, Litchfield, IL 62056 is currently listed for sale with an asking price of $650,000. Search Litchfield real estate on www.shophouseswithrenee.com today.