M Square Commercial

M Square Commercial represented developer Hutton in lease negotiations for a new 7 Brew location at 713 MacArthur Drive in Alexandria, Louisiana. Now open, the drive thru coffee shop brings a new beverage destination to the MacArthur Drive corridor. The build to suit transaction secured a 15 year initial lease commitment, supporting Hutton’s investment in the property and 7 Brew’s presence in the Alexandria market.

Deal Highlights

Location: 713 MacArthur Drive, Alexandria, LA
Deal Type: Build to Suit Retail Lease
Tenant: 7 Brew (MacArthur 7Brew, LLC)
Developer / Landlord: Hutton
Development Consultant: M Square Commercial
Initial Lease Term: 15 Years
Lease Execution Date: Spring 2025
Status: Now Open

Hutton’s development called for a retail lease that would accommodate 7 Brew’s specialized drive thru operations while establishing a long term tenant commitment. The agreement needed to address construction responsibilities, site improvements, building delivery and the operational requirements of the coffee concept. M Square Commercial represented Hutton during lease negotiations, helping establish the contractual foundation for the new location.

Why This Site

The MacArthur Drive property was designed to accommodate 7 Brew’s customer service model, with a layout focused on vehicle access and circulation.

MacArthur Drive Frontage: The property is situated along MacArthur Drive in Alexandria, providing a location for the brand’s drive thru operations.
Dedicated Drive Thru: The site plan incorporates a vehicle circulation route around the building to support the beverage service concept.
Customer Access: The development connects to an existing driveway along MacArthur Drive.
Site Functionality: The approved tenant site layout includes designated parking, accessible parking and landscaped areas.

M Square Commercial’s role centered on representing Hutton in negotiations for a lease that aligned with the proposed development and 7 Brew’s operational needs. The resulting agreement established the responsibilities and conditions necessary to advance the project from leasing into construction and occupancy.

Key elements included:

Lease Negotiations: Represented Hutton in establishing the terms of the new retail lease.
Long Term Commitment: Structured the agreement around a 15 year initial term with five additional renewal options.
Development Requirements: Established contractual provisions addressing building plans, permits, construction obligations and delivery of the premises.
Tenant Operations: Incorporated requirements for the drive thru beverage concept and the installation of tenant supplied equipment.

About 7 Brew

7 Brew is a drive thru beverage brand specializing in coffee, tea and energy drinks. Its quick service format is designed to provide customers with convenient access to a variety of specialty beverages.