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Auto Shop with Retail Space
For Sale
$695,000
Pending

478 Asheville Highway, Sylva, NC 28779

Commercial Sale, Sylva, NC

Property Size6,900 SF
Lot Size0.69 Acres
Days on Market55

Property Features for 478 Asheville Highway

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Zoning description City: GB
Bathrooms 2
Full bathrooms 2
Rooms Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
Parking features Parking Lot
Lot features City, City Lot
Directions 478 Asheville Highway Sylva, NC
Subdivision Sylva City Limits
Standard status Pending
APN 7641599692
Size 6,900 SF
Lot size 0.69 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Annual Amount 3250

Utilities

Utilities Phone Available
Heating system Heat Pump (Heating), Electric (Heating), Propane (Heating)
Cooling system Central Air, Electric

Building Details

Year built 1987
Floors in Building 1
Flooring type Concrete
Building materials Metal Siding, Frame
Roof type Metal
Listing Agency: WESTERN CAROLINA PROPERTIES-Dillsboro
Listed By: Ralph Allison · License #159929
Added: Jul 11 Changed: Sep 2 Last Checked: Sep 3 at 11:06PM
MLS# 26043071

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This 6,900-square-foot commercial building is configured for tractor sales and repair, with dedicated retail and office areas plus two restrooms. Interior partitions can be adjusted to create a more open arrangement. The property was built in 1987 and features metal siding, a metal roof, and concrete flooring. Heating includes a heat pump, electric, and propane systems, while central electric air conditioning serves the building.

The building sits on a 0.69-acre city lot with an on-site parking lot. Phone service is available, and the existing layout provides a combination of customer-facing, administrative, and service-oriented areas for automotive operations.

Key Highlights

  • 6,900‑square‑foot commercial building on a 0.69‑acre city lot
  • Configured for tractor sales and repair with retail and office areas
  • Two restrooms included in the current layout

Property Analytics

Current Use

Carquest Auto Parts ... Auto Parts Store CARQUEST AUTO PARTS ... Auto Parts Store Western Carolina Lawn ... Big Box & Wholesale Store

Suggested Use

Top Pick (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Grocery & Convenience Store HVAC Service Building Supply Pet Grooming Service Florist

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

694
Businesses Nearby
136k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Well-served
Demand for This Use

Foot Traffic Nearby

Dining 68% Shops & Services 17% Groceries 15% Home Improvements & Furnishings 1%
McDonald's Dining
30,175 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Food Lion Grocery Store Groceries
20,695 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings Dining
17,600 visits/mo 0.5 miles
Taco Bell Dining
16,359 visits/mo 0.5 miles
Shell Shops & Services
14,602 visits/mo 0.4 miles

Demographics for 28779, NC

16,586
Population
9,551
Households
1.7
Avg Household Size
43
Median Age
28%
College-Educated
93%
High-School Grad
108.0 sq mi
ZIP Area
154
Density / Sq Mi
$54,407
Median Household Income
$35,261
Median Earnings
$803
Median Rent
$234,200
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in South region

7% 2020
6.2% 2021
5.1% 2022
4.8% 2023
4.9% 2024
5.4% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Auto shop - Commercial building combines automotive service space with customer-facing retail, offices, and two restrooms.
Where is this auto shop located?
The property is located at 478 Asheville Highway Sylva, NC.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $695,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 6,900‑square‑foot commercial building on a 0.69‑acre city lot; Configured for tractor sales and repair with retail and office areas; Two restrooms included in the current layout
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