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    5547 1St Ave Birmingham, AL 35212

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    For Sale
    $399,900

    Business - BIRMINGHAM, AL

    Type:Business
    Property size:
    1,658 SF
    Lot size:
    0.31 Acres
    Days on Market:
    1
    Last Refresh:
    Feb 28 at 3:06 pm

    Property Features for 5547 1St Ave

    General Information

    Property type
    Commercial Sale
    Property subtype
    Business
    Standard status
    Active
    Zoning
    b2
    Size
    1,658 SF
    Lot size
    0.31 Acres

    Utilities

    Heating system
    Natural Gas
    Cooling system
    Central Air, Electric

    Building Details

    Year built
    1996
    Floors in Building
    1
    Flooring type
    Brick
    Building materials
    Block, Concrete
    Architectural style
    Other

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    Listing Contact
    Chris Maze

    Premier Trussville, LLC dba Keller Williams Realty (205) 661-0662

    Listing agent Chris Maze (205) 661-0662

    Listing date Feb 28, 2026

    MLS# 21444963 Listing URL

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    Overview

    Birmingham Automotive/Commercial Opportunity

    Located at 5547 1st Avenue N in Birmingham, AL, this commercial property presents a prime opportunity. The 1,658 square foot concrete block building sits on approximately 0.31 acres and was previously operated as Magic City Motors. Zoned commercial for automotive services and wholesale use (B2), the property has historically functioned as a car lot and can accommodate approximately 50 vehicles. The site benefits from exceptional visibility due to its location directly across from Woodlawn High School and its position on a high-traffic corner with two red lights, ensuring steady daily traffic. The building includes central electric cooling, gas heat, a metal roof, a conference room, office space, and a security system. Public utilities are available. The sale includes both the building and the land, creating a turnkey opportunity for auto sales, service, or other commercial ventures. This property offers excellent exposure in a growing Birmingham corridor.
    Property Profile Insight Report Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Auto shops

    Suggested Use

    Restaurant Real Estate Agency Law Firm Building Supply Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Big Box & Wholesale Store Auto Repair Shop Hair Salon Nail Salon

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

    Similar Places Nearby

    U-Haul Moving & Storage of East Lake, Trailer Rental at U-Haul, Truck Rental at U-Haul, Propane Refill at U-Haul, U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer

    Location Insight

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    • Local Demand
    City
    Birmingham
    County
    Shelby
    State
    Alabama
    Longitude
    -86.751434
    Latitude
    33.540599

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Automotive property - Commercial property suitable for auto sales, service, or other ventures.
    Where is this automotive property located?
    The property is located at 5547 1St Ave Birmingham, AL.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $399,900.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: - Prime commercial location on a high-traffic corner with exceptional visibility, directly across from Woodlawn High School.; - Zoned commercial for automotive services/wholesale use, previously operating as a car lot accommodating approximately 50 vehicles.; - Includes building and land, offering a turnkey opportunity for auto sales, service, or other commercial ventures.
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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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    Comparable estimate is based on recent sales of similar nearby properties, adjusted for factors like size, condition, and location.

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    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

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    • 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
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