Director

Hunter Steffien, a Director at Faris Lee Investments, specializes in acquiring and selling net-leased properties, with a particular focus on single-tenant assets. Since joining the firm, he quickly established himself as a top performer, earning a strong reputation among clients that include private-office owners, developers, REITs, franchisees, and corporate restaurant chains—largely through referrals fueled by his dedication and meticulous attention to detail. Before Faris Lee, Steffien managed franchise development for the QSR chain Del Taco, where he gained deep insights into what drives business success, from real estate fundamentals to operator strength and brand recognition. He played a key role in the chain’s expansion, signing franchisees across numerous states and guiding site selection tailored to each market, as well as contributing to Del Taco’s real estate transactions, including a $30 million portfolio sale of 22 corporate stores. A Colgate University alumnus and former Division IAA football player, Steffien enjoys history, travel, and sports, and remains active in professional organizations such as the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) and International Franchise Association (IFA).

Unit Amenities

Location Amenities

4266- 7 Brew - OM.pdf

Faris Lee Investments is pleased to present the opportunity to acquire a brand-new, dual drive-thru 7 Brew Coffee property in Columbus, Ohio. This premier quick-service restaurant (QSR) asset is strategically positioned along Cemetery Road (33,667 VPD), a key east-west thoroughfare connecting local communities to Interstate 270 (117,000 VPD) and central Columbus. Opened in November 2024, the property is secured by a new Absolute NNN ground lease featuring rare 1.75% annual rent increases, offering investors passive, inflation-protected income. The tenant, Anchor Point Management, is a nationally recognized franchise operator with over 365 restaurant units (including Taco Bell, Buffalo Wild Wings, and 7 Brew) and plans to open 150 additional 7 Brew locations. This investment is ideal for passive or out-of-state buyers seeking a stable, management-free asset backed by a top-tier QSR operator.

The property benefits from strong nearby retail anchors such as Target, Market District, Home Depot, Lowe’s, ALDI, and Kroger, serving a dense trade area of over 94,000 residents with an average household income of $108,500 within a three-mile radius. The location is also close to several major educational institutions, including Hilliard Davidson High School (1,944 students), Hilliard Darby High School (1,634 students), Upper Arlington High School, and The Ohio State University (61,000+ students). Additionally, Amazon Web Services has recently invested heavily in this submarket, developing two major data center campuses within two miles of the property. With exceptional brand growth, prime demographics, and a rapidly expanding trade area, this offering represents a rare chance to acquire a premier, passive investment in one of the nation’s fastest-growing QSR concepts.

5a.png

5c.png

5b.png

5.png

10451 Chipotle Flyer.pdf

Faris Lee Investments is pleased to present the fee simple interest in a newly constructed, freestanding Chipotle located at 10415 Preston Highway, Louisville, Kentucky, with a grand opening scheduled for September 12, 2025. This state-of-the-art property features the latest “Chipotlane” drive-thru prototype, designed to maximize sales and operational efficiency. The investment is secured by a 17-year absolute NNN lease with 4-5 year renewal options, including scheduled rental increases throughout the lease term, providing long-term stability, inflation protection, and consistent cash flow. With ownership of both land and building, zero deferred maintenance, and a creditworthy tenant, this property offers unparalleled advantages in the Louisville market for passive investors or 1031 exchange buyers.

Chipotle (NYSE: CMG) is an investment-grade, publicly traded QSR brand with over 3,700 locations worldwide and reported revenues exceeding $11.3 billion in 2024. The lease structure places all building, structure, roof, and common area maintenance responsibilities on the tenant, including property taxes, liability insurance, and operating expenses, ensuring a truly hands-off investment.

Strategically situated in a dynamic trade area, the property benefits from excellent visibility along Preston Highway (61) with 55,000 VPD, adjacency to Interstate 265 (90,000 VPD), and close proximity to Interstate 65 (135,000 VPD). The location lies between high-traffic anchors, including Chick-fil-A and Menards, and nearby retailers such as Walmart, Lowe’s, Kroger, Kohl’s, Meijer, Tractor Supply, and Cinemark Cinemas, generating strong consumer traffic. Louisville is a growing distribution hub, supported by top employers like Amazon, UPS, Ford Motor Co., Best Buy Logistics, and Gordon Food Service, as well as the nearby Louisville International Airport, the third-largest cargo airport in North America. Ford’s recent $5.8 billion investment in two lithium battery plants further underscores local economic growth. With a metro population of 1.36 million and an average household income of $92,076 within one mile, this offering presents a compelling opportunity to acquire a premier, high-performing, passive investment property in a prime Louisville location.

11a.png

11.png

11b.png

Faris Lee Investments is pleased to present a rare opportunity to acquire fee simple interest (land and building) in a drive-thru, freestanding Dairy Queen in Parkville, Missouri, an affluent suburban community. This high-performing location exceeds the brand’s average unit volume and is secured by a long-term Absolute NNN lease with 10% rent increases every five years during the initial 20-year term, along with renewal options, providing investors with long-term income stability and security. The property sits on a 1.06-acre parcel fronting a grocery-anchored shopping center, enhancing its visibility and investment appeal.

The Dairy Queen enjoys frontage along Tom Watson Parkway (17,000+ VPD) and benefits from the traffic generated by the adjacent Price Chopper grocery store, which ranked #6 in the chain for most-visited locations with over 1 million visits in the past year (Placer.ai). Parkville is a highly desirable area located just nine miles from downtown Kansas City, served by the well-regarded Park Hill School District. Within a five-mile radius, over 98,000 residents report an average household income exceeding $116,000. The city’s population is projected to grow by 20% over the next decade. Additionally, the property will serve a new 340-unit townhome community currently under development immediately west of the site, further supporting future traffic and sales. This offering represents a rare opportunity to acquire a prime, passive QSR investment in a growing, affluent market.

14.png

14b.png

14a.png

14c.png

Faris Lee Investments is pleased to present the opportunity to acquire a brand-new drive-thru Golden Chick restaurant in Midland, Texas. The property is secured by a 15-year Absolute NNN lease with 10% rental increases every five years, providing investors with stable, inflation-protected income and zero landlord responsibilities.

Strategically located along Big Spring Street (23,200+ VPD), Midland’s primary north-south thoroughfare, the property enjoys excellent visibility and is surrounded by national retailers and key regional traffic drivers. The trade area includes over 24,000 residents within a three-mile radius with an average household income exceeding $150,000, underscoring a strong consumer base.

Golden Chick, founded in 1967, operates more than 240 locations across Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Mississippi, including 217+ in Texas alone, and maintains strong brand recognition and customer loyalty. This location is managed by an experienced multi-unit franchisee who also operates McAlister’s Deli and Jamba Juice restaurants, highlighting operational expertise and performance.

Midland–Odessa is the fastest-growing metro in Texas, with a 2.8% annual population growth over the past five years, and is a critical hub of the U.S. energy sector, producing 40% of the nation’s oil and 22% of its natural gas, supporting high employment and income levels. This offering provides investors with a fee simple interest in a newly constructed, drive-thru Golden Chick, delivering long-term stability, full depreciation benefits, and a passive investment in one of Texas’s most dynamic growth markets.

16b.png

16.png

16a.png

16c.png

16d.png

16e.png

Faris Lee Investments is pleased to present the opportunity to acquire a drive-thru-equipped Caribou Coffee property in Kennesaw, Georgia, one of the fastest-growing and most affluent suburbs within the Atlanta metropolitan area. The asset is secured by a newly executed 10-year triple-net (NNN) lease backed by a corporate guaranty from Caribou Coffee, a globally recognized coffee brand with more than 800 locations worldwide. The lease structure includes 10% rental escalations every five years, providing built-in income growth and a hedge against inflation.

Strategically positioned within a high-traffic Publix-anchored retail corridor along Cobb Parkway, which experiences more than 42,500 vehicles per day, the property benefits from outstanding visibility and accessibility. The surrounding trade area features approximately 297,000 residents and average household incomes exceeding $131,000, supporting strong consumer spending and long-term tenant performance. The site is located less than two miles from Kennesaw State University, home to more than 51,000 students, and is further supported by over 1,100 recently completed Class A multifamily units that continue to drive population growth and demand.

The offering includes fee simple ownership of both the land and improvements, providing investors with valuable long-term control, residual real estate value, and potential depreciation advantages. Supported by the strength of Caribou Coffee and its parent company, JAB Holding Company, this investment presents a compelling combination of stable cash flow, contractual rent growth, strong underlying real estate fundamentals, and exposure to one of metro Atlanta’s most dynamic and rapidly expanding markets.

8.png

8a.png

8b.png

This opportunity features a new Fifth Third Bank location, an investment-grade corporate tenant with approximately $297 billion in assets, positioned within Southard Exchange, a newly developed 16-acre mixed-use project in the heart of Forsyth County. The property is strategically located within a strong regional trade area, between high-performing shopping centers anchored by Publix and Kroger. The site benefits from a 20-year absolute net ground lease with rent commencing on August 1, 2026. Situated on a prominent hard-corner parcel at the signalized intersection of Bethelview Road and Castleberry Road, the location experiences traffic counts exceeding 46,000 vehicles per day. The surrounding area offers exceptional demographics, with more than 150,000 residents living within a five-mile radius and an average household income of approximately $191,367.

Faris Lee Investments

Commercial Brokers

Active Listings

Faris Lee Investments - Commercial Real Estate Brokerage

Faris Lee Investments

Commercial Brokers

Active Listings