Standardized Operating Procedure of Purchase

This commercial and residential property at 34 Franklin Street is owned by the City of Auburn and is located in the NC: Neighborhood Commercial zoning district. The location provides a wide range of flexibility and permitted uses, making it an excellent opportunity for buyers seeking investment, redevelopment, or owner-occupied options. Approved uses include animal grooming, artist studio, bakery retail, bed-and-breakfast, day-care center or facility, family day-care home, dry-cleaning outlet, multifamily dwellings of three to four units, single-family dwellings, semidetached dwellings, townhouses, two-family dwellings, outpatient healthcare facilities, health clubs, home occupations, inns, makerspaces, microbreweries, mixed-use buildings, nursery schools, places of worship, public or semipublic uses, restaurants, quick-service restaurants, and retail goods and services.

Any prospective buyer should note that, at a minimum, a parking variance will likely be required for any use other than a one- or two-family home. Buyers are responsible for all costs associated with survey, title work, tax search, and transfer tax. The property is being sold strictly in “as is” condition, and all offers must be submitted using the official purchase offer form provided in the attachments.

This is a duplicate listing with MLS #S1641963. With its prime location, zoning flexibility, and variety of allowable uses, 34 Franklin Street presents a rare chance to establish a business, create housing, or develop a unique mixed-use property in one of Auburn’s key commercial districts.