
Improved Commercial Land for Sale in Aurora, Missouri
1601 E Church St, Aurora, MO 65605
Own a piece of Ozarks history! The iconic Sunset Drive-In Theatre in Aurora, Missouri is a rare turnkey commercial real estate and entertainment-business opportunity on 5.2 acres. Welcoming generations of moviegoers since 1951, this Lawrence County landmark blends vintage Americana with modern digital cinema. Features include an approximately 40' x 80' outdoor screen, Christie DLP digital projection, FM radio sound, curved parking field historically accommodating approximately 300 vehicles, ticket booths, projection room, concession and food-service areas, public restrooms, playground, storage buildings and established signage. Located at 1601 E Church Street with Business 60 frontage, the venue has drawn patrons from Aurora, Springfield, Cassville and across Southwest Missouri. Continue its legacy as a seasonal drive-in movie theater or explore concerts, festivals, car shows, flea markets, community gatherings and private events. Sale includes real estate, business rights and operating equipment; inventory list and financials available to qualified buyers. Own an established Missouri attraction, outdoor entertainment venue and true piece of American roadside history.
Location
- Street address
- 1601 E Church St
- County
- Lawrence County
- Zip code
- 65605
- Community
- O-S
- Elevation
- 1,413 feet
Directions
From US 60 W turn onto E Church St/ Bus 60, Approximately 0.8 of a mile Property is on the Right. No signs are on the property.
Property details
- Acreage
- 5.2 acres
- Zoning
- C-2
- MLS #
- BDAOR 3589586
- Posted
Property taxes
- 2025
- $1,427
Parcels
- 203008000000035000
Legal description
Beg Ne Cor Of Sw Sw, Then S628' W300' N788' E300' S160' To Beg, Ex Bus Hwy "60 " R/W
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Commercial Sale
Lot
- Features
- City Lot, Level
Exterior
- Parking Spaces
- 300
Structure
- Water
- Private, Well
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Cooling
- Wall Unit(s), Window Unit(s)
- Materials
- Block, Fiber Cement, Wood Siding
- Roof
- Flat
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 22, 2026 | New listing | $345,000 | — | BDAOR |











































































