Storefront Property with Surface
For Sale
$2,150,000
853 Merrimon Avenue, Asheville, NC 28804
Commercial Sale, Asheville, NC
Property SizeContact for details
Lot Size0.78 Acres
Days on Market289
Property Features for 853 Merrimon Avenue
General Information
Property type
Commercial Sale
Property subtype
Retail
Zoning
CB2
Zoning description
CBII
Parking
90
Patio and Porch features
Deck
Lot features
Level
Standard status
Active
APN
974042512900000
Lot size
0.78 Acres
Taxes and HOA fees
Tax Description
0.47 acres with 10913 sf, two-story building, plus 0.3 acre adjacent lot
Legal Description
0.47 acres with 10913 sf, two-story building, plus 0.3 acre adjacent lot
Utilities
Sewer type
Public Sewer
Heating system
Forced Air
Cooling system
Central Air
Building Details
Year built
1957
Floors in Building
2
Building materials
Brick Partial
Roof type
Composition
Listing Agency:
Tessier Associates
(828) 254-9842
Listed By:
Bill Steigerwald · License #290959
(828) 460-9529
Added: Dec 16, 2025
Changed: Sep 29
Last Checked: Oct 1 at 7:06AM
MLS# 4329956
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
The property comprises two parcels totaling 0.78 acres, with an existing building constructed in 1957 and a separate 0.31-acre lot behind it. Building features include partial brick construction, forced-air heat, central air, a deck, and public sewer service.
The site has 130 feet of frontage along Merrimon Avenue, where reported daily traffic is 17,500 vehicles. It is one mile from downtown Asheville and one-half mile from UNC-Asheville. The property is also within one-half mile of 5,500 residences.
The site has 130 feet of frontage along Merrimon Avenue, where reported daily traffic is 17,500 vehicles. It is one mile from downtown Asheville and one-half mile from UNC-Asheville. The property is also within one-half mile of 5,500 residences.
Key Highlights
- Two parcels totaling 0.78 acres
- 130 feet of frontage on Merrimon Avenue; reported traffic is 17,500 vehicles daily
- Includes a 0.31‑acre rear lot and surface parking
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Current Use
Lease Details
17,500 VPD
Traffic count
Yes
Paved road access
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
734
Businesses Nearby
139k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use
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Business Placement
Foot Traffic Nearby
Groceries 39%
Dining 28%
Shops & Services 24%
Home Improvements & Furnishings 9%
Ingles
Groceries
34,854 visits/mo
0.3 miles
The Fresh Market
Groceries
19,343 visits/mo
0.2 miles
McDonald's
Dining
16,533 visits/mo
0.2 miles
Young Ace Hardware Of North Asheville
Home Improvements & Furnishings
9,989 visits/mo
0.1 miles
Petco
Shops & Services
8,340 visits/mo
0.3 miles
Demographics for 28804, NC
23,964
Population
11,716
Households
2
Avg Household Size
44
Median Age
60%
College-Educated
93%
High-School Grad
28.7 sq mi
ZIP Area
835
Density / Sq Mi
$79,709
Median Household Income
$37,169
Median Earnings
$1,399
Median Rent
$528,500
Median Home Value
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Storefront property - A two-parcel commercial holding combines an existing building with an additional rear lot and surface parking.
Where is this storefront property located?
The property is located at 853 Merrimon Avenue Asheville, NC.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $2,150,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Two parcels totaling 0.78 acres; 130 feet of frontage on Merrimon Avenue; reported traffic is 17,500 vehicles daily; Includes a 0.31‑acre rear lot and surface parking
