The West End

[gman430]

I agree that Chipotle and Moe's are affordable, but how much do you typically pay to eat there? "Name a restaurant..." Handi has a hot lunch buffet that you can start eating immediately.

Around $9-$10 with a drink and chips/salsa. Handi sounds good.

Just another reason why we need more Chick-Fil-A's in this area: http://www.wyff4.com...il.html#comment

Edited February 4, 2012 by citylife

[RiverWalker]

I don't think the so-called "downtown premium" has much if anything anything to do with greedy price gouging and excess profits. It does, however, have a lot to do with the high rents that businesses have to pay. Yet even that is based on the fundamental principles of supply and demand. I've watched with dismay as several of my favorite low-cost lunchtime eateries have been forced out of business by rent increases that made their existence unsustainable. (Anybody remember Sprouts?) One would do well to study the underlying economic realities and avoid leaping to conclusions about snobbery and class divisions.

That said, downtown Greenville has been thriving over other cities in recent years due to its reputation as a destination; people who have the money to spend are quite happy to spend it here. Downtown is the crown jewel of Greenville, not Cherrydale, not Haywood and not even Greenridge. To some people it may seem that Greenville is a victim of its own success, but it works, it works well, and it keeps the local economy moving even beyond the downtown district. Businesses invest here when they perceive that they can make money. That's the nature of business.

[vicupstate]

Tyson Smoak and David Feild, CCIM of NAI Earle Furman represented West End Dental PA in leasing a 3,240 SF office space located at 655 South Main Street in downtown Greenville.

David Feild, CCIM and Tyson Smoak of NAI Earle Furman represented the landlord of The Old Cotton Warehouse in leasing an 8,500 SF office space located at 511 Rhett Street in downtown Greenville. The space was leased to M33 Inegrated Solutions, represented by Hunter Garrett, CCIM, SIOR and John Staunton, also of NAI Earle Furman.

[GvilleSC]

In the City's most recent Capital Improvement Plan, the City has an initiative that is "West End Property Acquisition". The end goal being to aquire adjoining properties and prepare them for resale, spurring private investment on both Augusta and Main Streets. Sounds like the triangle block between Main/Augusta/Fluor Field to me...

[vicupstate]

In the City's most recent Capital Improvement Plan, the City has an initiative that is "West End Property Acquisition". The end goal being to aquire adjoining properties and prepare them for resale, spurring private investment on both Augusta and Main Streets. Sounds like the triangle block between Main/Augusta/Fluor Field to me...

Specifically, the city is buying the Greenlink property for future resale.

[GvilleSC]

Specifically, the city is buying the Greenlink property for future resale.

The document said they've already aquired one parcel.

[vicupstate]

^^ Can you post a link?

This sounds like it could be purchasing the Greenlink property or property along the new "Cleveland Park West'. I know the city has acquire a parcel at the park already.

[gman430]

The city purchased the property at 320 South Hudson Street for the new park west of downtown along the Swamp Rabbit Trail near the Kroc Center.

Edited March 6, 2012 by citylife

[GvilleSC]

^^ Can you post a link?

This sounds like it could be purchasing the Greenlink property or property along the new "Cleveland Park West'. I know the city has acquire a parcel at the park already.

There's actually a seperate section in the document for Parks and Greenways. It mentions having purchased property for the new park, and gives a rather lengthy timetable for further aquisition and development of the park.

CIP for fiscal years 2013-2017: http://issuu.com/citygreenvillesc/docs/fy2013-2017cip?mode=window&backgroundColor=%23007b57

[GvilleSC]

Has anyone seen what has been done to the exterior of Mac's Speed Shop? They've painted it a deep shade of red. That whole end of the building looks so dark now. Whatever is intended for their awnings might turn things around, but I'm still unimpressed by this establishment thus far.

[GvilleSC]

Here's a look at Mac's Speed Shop as it stands today:

[gman430]

Breakwater opens tomorrow.

[GvilleSC]

I've already stated that I liked the new paint color for the old Rio Grill space. But when I saw today's Greenville Daily Photo, my jaw dropped! The awnings and accents really makes this place POP! Solid work, Breakwater! Welcome to the West End!

Here's the picture: http://www.greenvilledailyphoto.com/index.php/2012/03/21/breakwater-restaurant/

[krazeeboi]

I don't know what it looked like beforehand, but that's a good contrasting color scheme. I'd just say that the actual restaurant sign should be a little larger.

[GvilleSC]

I don't know what it looked like beforehand, but that's a good contrasting color scheme. I'd just say that the actual restaurant sign should be a little larger.

This is what it previously looked like, minus the Rio sign...

[krazeeboi]

Ok cool, thanks.

[gman430]

Looks like the space next to Smiley's on Augusta Street has been leased. Noticed a general contractor sign in the window and the for lease sign no longer up.

[GvilleSC]

Looks like the space next to Smiley's on Augusta Street has been leased. Noticed a general contractor sign in the window and the for lease sign no longer up.

What was in that space previously?

[goodbye]

What was in that space previously?

It was a vintage apparel consignment shop.

[cundvale]

Talked to folks at Mac's Speed Shop, they said one more month of construction. They knocked down a street light. Hope it doesn't take too long to replace.

[GvilleSC]

There's a building on Markley, between Rhett and Academy Streets that says "Fusion on Markley" or "Fusion at Markley"-- something to that effect. It seemed to be recently redone..? I'm not sure. I don't typically venture down Markley, but I've never noticed it before. Based on the name and the fact that this is an old warehouse, my first thought was that this might be something along the lines of NEXT.

Actually, this appears to be the occupant of this building: http://www.fusionsystemsllc.com/#home It's really nice to see a home-grown business thriving and investing in our urban core! So, now that we know the occupant, does anyone know how long they've called this location home?

Edited April 1, 2012 by GvilleSC

[vicupstate]

There's a building on Markley, between Rhett and Academy Streets that says "Fusion on Markley" or "Fusion at Markley"-- something to that effect. It seemed to be recently redone..? I'm not sure. I don't typically venture down Markley, but I've never noticed it before. Based on the name and the fact that this is an old warehouse, my first thought was that this might be something along the lines of NEXT.

Actually, this appears to be the occupant of this building: http://www.fusionsystemsllc.com/#home It's really nice to see a home-grown business thriving and investing in our urban core! So, now that we know the occupant, does anyone know how long they've called this location home?

I remember reading about this in the Journal a year or two ago. The property changed hands in Dec. 2009, so that fits.

[vicupstate]

Still more space being absorbed in the CBD/West End. This time in Riverplace.

Leasing has really been strong lately.

http://www.gsabusine...velopment?rss=0

Edit; This will leave a vacancy at 14 S. Main I suppose, but perhaps that space will convert to restaurant/retail instead of remaining as office space.

Edited April 3, 2012 by vicupstate

[GvilleSC]

Tom Croft has new plans for his Rhett Street site. Looks to be a 5 story apartment project! It's a preliminary proposal at this time. Currently being called Greenville Lofts?

I wonder how many units they're looking at? This area right at Riverplace might become downtown's most dense residential cluster with the new Riverwalk directly across the street...

http://www.greenvill...RhettStreet.pdf

Edited April 17, 2012 by GvilleSC

[vicupstate]

This must be the Rhett Street rental project that was mentioned last year. I was wondering when it would 'break the surface'. Looks pretty good from what I can see with B&W renderings.