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    489 W RAILROAD Avenue, Independence, LA 70443

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    $119,000

    COMMERCIAL - Independence, LA

    Property size:
    2,270 SF
    Price / SF:
    $52/SF
    Added:
    Feb 20, 2026
    Days on Market:
    102
    Last Refresh:
    Jun 2 at 2:06 pm

    Property Features for 489 W RAILROAD Avenue

    General Information

    Property type
    Commercial Sale
    Property subtype
    Other
    Zoning
    Comm
    Parking features
    Off Street
    Standard status
    Active
    APN
    0INDY00000805
    Size
    2,270 SF

    Taxes and HOA fees

    Tax Description
    LOTS 30 & 34 SQ 24 INDEPENDENCE

    Utilities

    Water source
    Public

    Building Details

    Year built
    1913
    Floors in Building
    2

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    Listing Contact
    Bart Gillis

    Listing agent Bart Gillis

    Listing office Keller Williams Realty Services 1522 W. Causeway Approach, Mandeville, LA

    Listing date Feb 20, 2026

    MLS# 2545136

    Copyright © 2026 New Orleans Metropolitan Association of REALTORS®. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

    HighLights

    • Two City Lots: Expanding redevelopment possibilities.
    • Renovated: Gutted and renovated with new windows, electrical panels, water supply line, and 10‑year roof coating.
    • Versatile Commercial Space: Approximately 1100 sq ft commercial space suitable for various businesses.
    • Upstairs Apartment Potential: Newly redesigned apartment floor plan upstairs.
    • Historic Building: Quintessential historic masonry storefront in revitalizing Independence.
    • Spray Foam Insulation: Spray foam insulation under roof decking.

    Overview

    This historic masonry storefront in Independence, Louisiana, presents a versatile commercial opportunity. The building has undergone renovations, including new windows, electrical panels, a water supply line, a 10-year roof coating, and spray foam insulation under the roof decking. The property features a redesigned apartment floor plan upstairs. The approximately 1100 square foot commercial space downstairs is suitable for various business types, such as a coffee shop, bakery, retail store, or real estate office. Situated on two city lots, the property offers additional redevelopment possibilities. The total property size is 2270 square feet. This property is located in a revitalizing area.
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    Current Use by Public Records

    Hy Kwality Hair Salon

    Suggested Use

    Restaurant Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Big Box & Wholesale Store Auto Repair Shop Hair Salon Nail Salon Gym & Fitness Center Hotel & Motel Auto Parts Store

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Similar Places Nearby

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    Location Insight

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    City
    Independence
    County
    State
    Louisiana
    Longitude
    -90.5007825
    Latitude
    30.6340894

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Storefront property - Revitalized historic storefront with redevelopment potential on two city lots.
    Where is this storefront property located?
    The property is located at 489 W RAILROAD Avenue Independence, LA.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $119,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Two City Lots: Expanding redevelopment possibilities.; Renovated: Gutted and renovated with new windows, electrical panels, water supply line, and 10‑year roof coating.; Versatile Commercial Space: Approximately 1100 sq ft commercial space suitable for various businesses.
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    Bart Gillis
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    How We Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

    • Recent sale price (if available)
    • Statistical models using comparable sales
    • AI-powered valuation estimates

    Example Calculation

    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

    Disclaimer

    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

    • Cap Rate calculations depend on market data that may change over time
    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

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    Cap approach

    Capitalization Method calculates value based on estimated net operating income (NOI) and applying a market-based capitalization rate (cap rate), we estimate what a typical investor might be willing to pay for it.

    Comparable approach

    Comparable estimate is based on recent sales of similar nearby properties, adjusted for factors like size, condition, and location.

    Relative

    Relative property class coefficient uses factors that account for typical price differences between various asset types (e.g., retail vs. industrial) to provide a more accurate market-aligned estimate.

    Geo

    Comparable Sales Method, enhanced by Geo coefficients — location-based adjustment factors that reflect differences in price levels across neighborhoods, cities, or regions ensuring a more accurate, market-sensitive valuation.

    Stat Estimate

    This method estimates value based on actual market adjusted recent (~5 years) sales of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
    AI Estimate

    This method estimates value based on AI market estimation of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
    Alternative use

    Estimate considers the property’s potential value if used for a different purpose-based on zoning, demand, and market feasibility.

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