200 & 202 Main Street | Downieville, CA
Multi-Unit Commercial Opportunity | Historic Main Street Investment (Live/Work/Play)
Opportunities like this rarely come to market in the heart of Downieville.
Located in one of the most visible and photographed stretches of Main Street, this multi-unit commercial property at 200 & 202 Main Street offers a rare chance to step into a thriving, fully activated downtown location - or partner in shaping its next chapter.
We are seeking the next owner or business partner to steward and grow this incredible space.
The property includes multiple revenue-generating components under one roof, creating a unique blend of hospitality, food service, and Main Street presence:
• Cold Rush Café – established café and breakfast destination serving locals and visitors
• Boomtown Lounge – full-service restaurant space with a valuable 42A liquor license and catering permit
• Carriage House Lofts – upstairs lodging accommodations offering a “stay where you play” experience in the heart of town. Each Loft is its own apartment with full amenities and separate utilities.
• High-visibility retail and pedestrian frontage on historic Main Street
• Restored architectural character with preserved historic charm throughout
This is not a blank slate — it is an operating ecosystem with brand recognition, built-in foot traffic, and multiple income streams.
For an owner-operator, this is an opportunity to live and work in one of California’s most beloved mountain towns.
For an investor, it represents a rare foothold in a tightly held historic district.
For the right partner, it’s a chance to help shape the future of a cornerstone Main Street property.
The building has long served as a gathering place for locals, travelers, and the broader Sierra community — and is positioned to continue as a hub for dining, lodging, and downtown activity.
Whether you envision expanding hospitality offerings, enhancing retail, hosting events, or simply continuing the legacy, this property offers the infrastructure and presence to do it.
In towns like Downieville, buildings don’t just hold businesses — they hold stories, community, and momentum.
Now, it’s ready for its next chapter.
Inquiries & partnership conversations welcome. Email Gary@Downieville.us
What the owner loves about this home
What we love most is how completely connected this location is to everyday life in Downieville. You can step outside and walk to coffee, breakfast, the river, local shops, community events, and everything happening on Main Street. There’s a rhythm here — mornings starting with familiar faces, afternoons filled with visitors discovering town, and evenings that feel grounded and close-knit.
It’s the kind of place where people know each other, where businesses support one another, and where life isn’t rushed. That sense of connection is what makes this property so special.
It’s also an incredible place to raise a family. Kids grow up surrounded by nature, community, and independence, walking to get a treat, heading to the river, knowing the people who run the shops and cafés. There’s a feeling of safety here, and of belonging, that’s harder and harder to find.
While we’re ready for the next chapter of ownership for the building, we’re not going far. We’ll continue living nearby and remain part of the community, and we genuinely want to see the next owner or partner succeed. We care deeply about this property, the businesses within it, and the role it plays on Main Street — and we’re happy to help with a smooth transition and local insight along the way.
This isn’t just a property, it’s a place woven into daily life in Downieville, and we’re excited for the next steward to make it their own.
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Listed by:
Property Owner(619) 379-1088
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 4
Full bathrooms: 3
1/2 bathrooms: 1
Appliances
Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
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Principal & interest
$1,547
Mortgage insurance
$0
Property taxes
$170
Home insurance
$105
HOA fees
$0
Utilities
Not included
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