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    500 Main ST, Van Buren, AR 72956

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    $349,900

    COMMERCIAL - Van Buren, AR

    Type:Retail
    Property size:
    3,167 SF
    Lot size:
    0.14 Acres
    Price / SF:
    $110/SF
    Added:
    Mar 27, 2026
    Days on Market:
    69
    Last Refresh:
    Jun 3 at 5:06 am

    Property Features for 500 Main ST

    General Information

    Property type
    Commercial Sale
    Property subtype
    Retail
    Standard status
    Active
    APN
    700-00231-000-C
    Size
    3,167 SF
    Lot size
    0.14 Acres

    Taxes and HOA fees

    Tax Description
    van buren original
    Tax Annual Amount
    772

    Utilities

    Cooling system
    Central Air

    Building Details

    Year built
    1900

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    Listing Contact
    Michael Taber

    Listing agent Michael Taber License #AB00072685

    Listing office Chuck Fawcett Realty FSM 4720 Rogers Ave Suite C, Fort Smith, AR

    Listing date Mar 27, 2026

    MLS# 1088042

    Copyright © 2026 Western River Valley Board 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

    • Historic property in Van Buren's entertainment district.
    • Open and spacious corner retail area.
    • Nicely updated apartment in the back.
    • New roof and electrical updates.
    • Large gated courtyard.
    • Parking in the back.

    Overview

    This historic property is located in the entertainment district of downtown Van Buren. The property features an open and spacious corner retail area at the front and a nicely updated apartment at the back. The building has a new roof and updated electrical systems. The property includes a large gated courtyard and parking area in the back. The lot size is 0.14 acres and the property size is 3167 square feet.

    Local Financial Insights For Retail

    Simulate Cap Rate and NOI

    NOI Build-Up
    Vacancy
    income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year — subtracted from gross rent.
    EGI (Effective Gross Income)
    gross rent minus vacancy losses — the realistic income before paying operating costs.
    OpEx (Operating Expenses)
    recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management) — excludes financing and capital improvements.
    NOI (Net Operating Income)
    income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.

    Component $ $/SF
    Gross rent $41.8k $13.20
    − Vacancy −$2.8k −$0.87
    EGI $39.0k $12.33
    − OpEx −$11.7k −$3.70
    NOI $27.3k $8.63
    3,167 SF · lease $13.20/SF/yr · vacancy 6.60% · expense 30.00%

    Alternative Uses

    Best Use
    Retail
    $390.5K
    $341.7K – $455.5K (±1% cap)
    NOI $27,332 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.81%
    Second Best
    Apartment 5plus
    $278.3K
    $243.5K – $324.7K (±1% cap)
    NOI $19,481 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.57%
    Theoretical Best
    Office A
    $607.2K
    $531.3K – $708.4K (±1% cap)
    NOI $42,504 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 12.15%
    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.
    Property Profile Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Storefront properties

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Restaurant Law Firm Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Gym & Fitness Center Auto Repair Shop

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

    Similar Places Nearby

    • Williams Florist & Gifts — 1221 E Main St, Van Buren, AR 72956
    • Tate's Flower & Gift Shop — 1201 Main St, Van Buren, AR 72956
    • Tom’s Florist — 2233 Alma Hwy Ste C, Van Buren, AR 72956
    • Impeccable Arrangements — 1105 walnut st, van buren, ar 72956

    Location Insight

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    City
    Van Buren
    County
    Crawford
    State
    Arkansas
    Longitude
    -94.354247
    Latitude
    35.435172

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Storefront property - Historic property with retail space and updated apartment in downtown.
    Where is this storefront property located?
    The property is located at 500 Main ST Van Buren, AR.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $349,900.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Historic property in Van Buren's entertainment district.; Open and spacious corner retail area.; Nicely updated apartment in the back.
    (479) 484-5588
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    Listing Contact
    Michael Taber
    Real Estate License ID: AB00072685
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    AI approach

    Realmo AI Method estimates property value using machine learning models trained on millions of comparable listings, transactions, and market signals. It analyzes property features, location intelligence data, and current market dynamics to predict the most probable market value in real time.

    Realmo CapRate Calculation

    Realmo calculates the Capitalization Rate (Cap Rate) to help estimate a property's potential return on investment. The Cap Rate is a fundamental metric in commercial real estate that measures the relationship between a property's net operating income and its market value.

    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

    Professional Guidance Recommended: Before making any investment or financial decisions, consult with licensed appraisers, commercial real estate brokers, and financial advisors who can evaluate your specific property and circumstances.
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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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