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690 E MAIN Street, Quartzsite, AZ 85346
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Description
Supplements: ... (Read more) Reader's Oasis Bookstore | 690 E Main St, Quartzsite, AZ A rare opportunity to acquire one of Quartzsite, Arizona's most recognizable commercial properties. Located along historic Main Street, Reader's Oasis Bookstore has long served as a destination for travelers, winter visitors, and the local community. This unique commercial property offers strong visibility, excellent frontage, and redevelopment potential in one of Arizona's most active seasonal markets. PROPERTY OVERVIEW: " Approximately 0.91± acre commercial parcel " Approximately 125± feet of frontage on Main Street " Zoned C-2 (General Commercial) " Flat, usable terrain " No HOA IMPROVEMENTS: " Approximately 60' x 40' metal building " Concrete slab construction " Power and water onsite " No sewer or septic currently installed LOCATION: Conveniently located just off Interstate 10 (Exit 19) with access to US-95, a major corridor connecting Parker and Yuma. Quartzsite is widely known for its seasonal population surge, attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors annually for RV gatherings, gem and mineral shows, swap meets, and outdoor recreation. AREA & MARKET: Quartzsite has evolved from a historic mining and stage route community into a nationally recognized seasonal destination. Main Street commercial properties benefit from strong winter traffic and visibility, creating opportunities for retail, commercial services, tourism-oriented businesses, or redevelopment projects. PROPERTY HISTORY: Reader's Oasis Bookstore was built and operated by Paul and Joanne Winer. Paul, known by many as "Sweet Pie" and the "Naked Bookseller," made the property a well-known stop for travelers and a memorable part of Quartzsite's culture and history. PROPERTY DETAILS: " Assessor Parcel Number: 306-23-002F " County: La Paz County, Arizona " Approximate Elevation: 900 feet " Road Access: Paved Main Street frontage " Utilities: Electric and water available " Annual Property Taxes: Approximately $1,613 (2025) This offering presents a unique opportunity to purchase a highly visible commercial property with historical character and commercial potential in the heart of Quartzsite, Arizona.
Listing Details MLS# 7012059
Location, Tax & Legal
- House Number
- 690
- Compass
- E
- Street Name
- MAIN
- St Suffix
- Street
- City/Town Code
- Quartzsite
- State/Province
- AZ
- Zip Code
- 85346
- Country
- US
- County Code
- La Paz
- Assessor Number
- 306-23-002-F
- Tax Year
- 2025
- Assessor's Map #
- 23
- Legal Description (Abbrev)
- SECTION: 27 TOWNSHIP: 4N RANGE: 19W TH PT OF THE NE4 SEC 27 T4N R19W BEG AT A PT ON THE N SEC LINE 7
- Assessor's Parcel #
- 2
- Assessor Parcel Ltr
- F
- Add'l Parcels
- No
- Tax Municipality
- Quartzsite
- Census Tract
- 940300
- Taxes
- 1613
- Legal
- SECTION: 27 TOWNSHIP: 4N RANGE: 19W TH PT OF THE NE4 SEC 27 T4N R19W BEG AT A PT ON THE N SEC LINE 7
Contract Info
- Ownership
- Fee Simple
General Property Description
- Ttl Apx SqFt Bldg
- 2400
- # of Buildings
- Yes
- Year Built
- 2006
- Uncvrd Parking Spcs
- 30
- Zoning
- C2
Remarks Misc
- Cross Street
- I-10 and 8 and US-95/State Rte 95/Parker (Exit 19)
- Directions
- Take exit 19 toward US-95/State Rte 95/Parker/Yuma (Riggles Rd). Turn right (north) onto N Riggles Ave for 0.1 miles. Use the 2nd from the left lane to turn left (west) onto E Main St. Property on the right.
Legal Info
- Township
- 04N
- Range
- 19W
- Section
- 27
- Lot Number
- -
Showing Notification Methods
- Showing Service
- No Showing Service Used
- Text
- Yes
- Yes
- Phone Call
- Yes
More Information
Currently Not Used
- Sold Price Per SqFt
- 83.33
Construction
- Metal
- Yes
Roofing
- Metal
- Yes
Floors
- Concrete
- Yes
Income & Expenses
- Owner Association
- No
- Annual Ownr Asoc Fee
- 0
- Operating Exp
- 1613
- Other Income
- 0
- Vacancy Allowance
- 0
- Adjusted Gross Inc
- 0
Building Type
- Commercial
- Yes
Business Type
- Retail
- Yes
Pmt & Rate Info
- Equity
- 200000
- Total Owed
- 0
Lockbox Type
- None
- Yes
Ceiling Height
- 10.1 Feet to 12 Feet
- Yes
Heating
- None
- Yes
Cooling
- None
- Yes
Interior Features
- Unfinished
- Yes
Loading Facilities
- None
- Yes
Road Access Type
- City Street
- Yes
Road Surface Type
- Paved
- Yes
Exterior
- Building Sign
- Yes
Source of Fincl Data
- Unknown
- Yes
Road Responsibility
- City Maintained Road
- Yes
Traffic Count
- Unknown
- Yes
Fencing
- Wire
- Yes
Water Source
- City Franchise
- Yes
Freeway/Highway
- Up to 1 Mile
- Yes
Sewer
- No Sewer/Septic
- Yes
Parking Features
- Free
- Yes
Electric
- APS
- Yes
Gas
- None
- Yes
New Financing
- Cash Only
- Yes
Reports/Disclosures
- Seller Prop Disc Stm
- Yes
Environmental
- None
- Yes
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