New Retail Center Nears Completion in Hendersonville’s 7th Avenue District
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New Retail Center Nears Completion in Hendersonville's 7th Avenue District
- A new 5,500-square-foot commercial building with four storefronts is expected to be completed in Hendersonville's 7th Avenue Depot District as early as September 2026.
- Lyle Chariff, owner of the property and president of Chariff Realty Group, is developing the retail center at the corner of 7th Avenue and Locust Street.
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Hendersonville, NC – A new commercial building featuring four storefronts is nearing completion in the city’s historic 7th Avenue Depot District. The 5,500-square-foot retail center is projected to be finished as soon as September 2026.
Lyle Chariff, president of Chariff Realty Group, is developing the property located at the intersection of 7th Avenue and Locust Street. Chariff Realty Group is known for its work in revitalizing neighborhoods and attracting tenants in areas like the Hendersonville-Asheville corridor. The project at 407 7th Avenue will house five retail units.
The 7th Avenue Depot District, a national historic district, has seen significant investment in recent years. The district developed as a commercial hub around Hendersonville’s first depot, established in 1879. Recent improvements include the 7th Avenue Streetscape project, which began construction in early 2024 and aimed to enhance pedestrian access, stormwater management, streets, and sidewalks. This streetscape project, with a contract of $3.5 million, was substantially completed by July 2025, bringing renewed activity to businesses along the avenue. The new retail center is part of this ongoing revitalization, contributing to the district’s blend of historic charm and growing commercial vibrancy.