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W US 98 Hwy @ Veterans Road
Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459

Rate Upon Request

Land For Lease  •  1+ SF

Property Details

  • Property Type Land
  • Zoning Village Mixed Use
0 Transit Score
30 Walk Score

1 Space Available

Name Space Use Size Rent Details
Unkwn Floor Ste - 0.8 AC Rate Upon Request
This premier land lease opportunity offers a fully entitled site for a quick-service restaurant in the heart of Santa Rosa Beach, Florida. The property is strategically positioned at the signalized intersection of US Highway 98 and Veterans Road, providing exceptional visibility and access to approximately 37,000 vehicles per day. The site has been filled, rough-graded, and is ready for immediate development, significantly reducing the timeline to operation.

Located just minutes from the renowned Highway 30A corridor and the beaches of South Walton, the property benefits from a strong year-round tourism base and a growing population of affluent full-time residents. This combination creates a robust demand for dining and retail options. The corner lot’s high-profile frontage ensures strong brand exposure to both local and seasonal traffic, making it an attractive location for operators seeking to capture consistent customer flow.
The land lease structure offers flexibility and reduced upfront capital requirements, while the surrounding market dynamics—accelerating housing growth, high household incomes, and steady visitor traffic—support long-term operational success.

  • Date available: Now
  • Lease term: Negotiable
  • Service type: None
  • Space Type: Relet

Description

Prime QSR Land Lease — US 98 / Veterans Rd Corner in Santa Rosa Beach

Prime Corner Land Lease Opportunity — Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Site & Use Summary

Approved entitlement for a ~2,500 SF quick-service restaurant (QSR)

Filled, rough-graded, ready to build

Premium corner lot with strong frontage on US Highway 98 at the intersection with Veterans Road

Positioned in the heart of Santa Rosa Beach, mere minutes to Highway 30A and the iconic beaches of South Walton

High traffic exposure: ~37,000 AADT along US 98 (per site marketing materials) Surrounded by affluent demographics, accelerating housing growth, and strong retail demand

Community & Market Highlights

Santa Rosa Beach & South Walton Context

Nestled along Florida’s Emerald Coast, Santa Rosa Beach sits at the western end of the famed Highway 30A corridor—a destination known for its scenic beaches, boutique villages, and strong year-round tourism draw.

While Santa Rosa Beach enjoys a relaxed, natural ambiance, it captures a mix of affluent full-time residents and seasonal visitors who support strong restaurant and retail activity throughout much of the year.

Investment & Branding Appeal

Ready-to-go site: With entitlements secured and work completed to fill/rough grade, the timeline to operation is significantly compressed.

Corner, high-visibility frontage: A strong building presence on US 98 offers brand exposure to local, commuter, and tourist traffic.

Affluent and stable base: The demographic and income profile supports premium offerings, consistent traffic, and repeat visitation.

Tourism tailwinds: Proximity to 30A and the beaches means a steady influx of seasonal visitors to boost volumes during peak months.

Land lease model: Reduces upfront capital requirement and provides flexibility for the operator while allowing the landowner to capture long-term upside.

Highlights

Fully entitled for a quick-service restaurant with site work completed and ready for construction.
Prominent corner location with strong visibility along US Highway 98 at Veterans Road.
Approximately 37,000 vehicles per day provide consistent traffic exposure.
Minutes from Highway 30A and the beaches of South Walton, a major tourism destination.
Surrounded by affluent demographics and expanding residential communities.
Land lease structure reduces initial capital outlay and offers operational flexibility.

Public Transportation

AirportDriveWalkDistance
Eglin AFB/Destin-Ft Walton Beach 64 min - 30.2 mi
Northwest Florida Beaches International 51 min - 35.7 mi
Brian Messer 850-933-6587 The Naumann Group Real Estate, Inc
Brian Messer 850-933-6587 The Naumann Group Real Estate, Inc