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About the Listing cmevmendo - cmfreeland
Positioned in the very center of Mendocino Village, the iconic 'Golden Goose' building presents a rare opportunity to acquire a legacy asset with both immediate functionality and future upside. Steeped in local history, this landmark has continuously evolved with the community. Once home to a classic drug store and soda fountain, later became a general store, an acclaimed home furnishings destination, and most recently, a celebrated gallery space. Following a comprehensive rebuild in 2012, the property seamlessly blends preserved historic architecture with modern infrastructure, creating a turnkey canvas for today's investor or entrepreneur. Encompassing approximately 4,000+/- square feet, the building is thoughtfully configured into four suites, offering flexibility for multiple income streams or a cohesive single-user concept. The ground floor captures prime visibility with Main Street frontage, large picture windows, and dual access from Albion Street--ideal for retail, hospitality, or a flagship brand presence in one of the most visited coastal villages in Northern California. The upper level introduces an increasingly rare opportunity in Mendocino: two private suites with conditional approval for residential use. Currently, the property is undergoing permitted improvements, including the addition of an employee break room within the ocean-view suite--strategically designed to also function as a future kitchen should residential use be pursued through permitting. This intentional upgrade enhances both immediate commercial utility and long-term adaptability. Character and craftsmanship are evident throughout, with hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, artisan details, and a facade that honors the building's historic roots. Modern systems including forced air heating, ADA-compliant features, CAT5 cabling, and interior sound support a wide range of business or mixed-use applications. This is more than a building, it's a platform for vision. Whether reimagined as a flagship commercial presence, a mixed-use investment, or an elevated live/work coastal retreat, this Mendocino landmark is ready for its next chapter.
Listing Highlights
Status
Active
Days on Site
1
Property Type
Commercial Sale
MLS ®
C1-11318
Year Built
1800
Total Square Footage
4,166
Lot/Acreage
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County
Mendocino
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- Lot Description: 0-1 Unit/Acre,No Land Lease
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- Zoning: MC
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- Tax/Property ID: 1192382100
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45094 Main St Mendocino, CA 95460
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