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    853 Merrimon Ave Asheville, NC 28804

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    For Sale
    $2,800,000

    SINGLE_FAMILY - Asheville, NC

    Type:Retail
    Lot size:
    0.78 Acres
    Days on Market:
    30
    Last Refresh:
    Feb 25 at 9:06 pm

    Property Features for 853 Merrimon Ave

    General Information

    Property type
    Residential
    Property subtype
    Retail
    Standard status
    Active
    Zoning
    CB2
    APN
    974042512900000
    Parking
    90
    Patio and Porch features
    Deck
    Lot size
    0.78 Acres

    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

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    Listing Contact
    Bill Steigerwald
    Bill Steigerwald

    Tessier Associates (828) 551-0447

    Listing agent Bill Steigerwald (828) 460-9529

    Listing date Jan 27, 2026

    MLS# 4329956

    Copyright © 2026 Canopy MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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    Property Insight Report

    Overview

    Merrimon Avenue Redevelopment Opportunity

    This property features two parcels totaling 0.78 acres with 130 feet of frontage on Merrimon Avenue in North Asheville. Situated in the Grace Neighborhood, it offers redevelopment or investment potential with a high traffic count of 17,500 cars per day. The location is one mile from downtown Asheville and half a mile from UNC-A, south of the Beaver Dam and Asheville Country Club area, known for walkability and proximity to downtown. The Grace Building benefits from its location on Merrimon Avenue. The property includes a 0.31-acre lot behind the building, providing ample surface parking. With renovation or redevelopment, this property represents a strong, long-term investment. Zoned CBII and RM, the property allows for various uses, including retail, food and beverage, brewing, professional office, medical office, fitness, and art studios. There are 5500 residences within a half-mile radius.
    Property Profile Insight Report Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Elite Foundation Big Box & Wholesale Store ATM Atm Ay Caramba Mexican ... Restaurant

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Law Firm Restaurant 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.

    Location Insight

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    • Local Demand
    City
    Asheville
    County
    Buncombe
    State
    North Carolina
    Longitude
    -82.552566
    Latitude
    35.627497

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Individual retail property - Prime location with high traffic, ideal for redevelopment or investment.
    Where is this individual retail property located?
    The property is located at 853 Merrimon Ave Asheville, NC.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $2,800,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: - Prime location on Merrimon Avenue in the desirable Grace Neighborhood, one mile from downtown Asheville and 1/2 mile from UNC-A.; - High traffic volume (17,500 cars/day) and **130' of frontage on Merrimon Avenue.**; - Two parcels totaling .78 acres, including a **0.31-acre lot providing ample surface parking.**
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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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    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.

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    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

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    Real Estate License ID: 290959
    (828) 460-9529 (828) 774-5535 (828) 254-9842
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