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1011 Forrest Ave, Gadsden, AL 35901

Two-story commercial building with dedicated upper-level office space and an existing drive-through configuration.

Property Size8,400 SF
Price / SF$92.26
Days on Market189

Property Features for 1011 Forrest Ave

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 8,400 SF
Property subtype Office, Retail

Additional Details

Drive-Thru Yes

Building Details

Year Built 2009
Buildings 1
Stories 2
Listing Agency: The Retail Companies
Listed By: Bill Clements · License #AL 75945
Source: Crexi
Added: Apr 10 Changed: Oct 12 Last Checked: Oct 14 at 10:59PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This two-story storefront property contains 8,400 SF of commercial building area, with a dedicated office component on the upper level. Constructed in 2009, the building offers an established layout combining customer-facing space with separate administrative space. An existing drive-through configuration is incorporated into the property, supporting consideration for quick-service food, coffee, pharmacy, or service retail operations.

The property is located at 1011 Forrest Ave in Gadsden, Alabama, along Forrest Avenue’s primary commercial corridor. Its position provides visibility from the avenue and places the building within an established commercial setting. The combination of storefront space, upper-floor offices, and drive-through infrastructure creates a flexible physical configuration for an owner-user or commercial operator.

Key Highlights

  • 8,400 SF two‑story storefront building
  • Existing drive‑through configuration
  • Dedicated office space on the upper level

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$54,251
Cap Rate
7.00%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$1,085,020 $1.1M
Cap Rate 7%
$775,014 $775.0K
Cap Rate 9%
$602,789 $602.8K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 8,400 SF
Gross rent
$92.7K $11.04/SF
− Vacancy
−$20.4K −$2.43/SF
EGI
$72.3K $8.61/SF
− OpEx
−$18.1K −$2.15/SF
NOI
$54.3K $6.46/SF
Area
Etowah County, AL
Vacancy
22.00%
Lease Rate
$11.04 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
25.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$1,085,020
Cap Rate 7%
$775,014
Cap Rate 9%
$602,789

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Specialty Retail
$1.37M
$1.20M – $1.60M (±1% cap)
NOI $96,141 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 12.41%
Second Best
Retail
$1.11M
$970.2K – $1.29M (±1% cap)
NOI $77,616 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 10.01%
Theoretical Best
—
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same as Best Use
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities. How Realmo checks its estimates

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Current Use

Physicians Apothecary Pharmacy

Suggested Use

Top Pick Building Supply Parking Lot & Garage Garden Center Storage Facility Big Box & Wholesale Store Veterinary Clinic

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

1,169
Businesses Nearby
Well-served
Demand for This Use

Demographics for 35901, AL

18,671
Population
9,075
Households
2.1
Avg Household Size
43
Median Age
22%
College-Educated
85%
High-School Grad
59.2 sq mi
ZIP Area
315
Density / Sq Mi
$47,826
Median Household Income
$30,212
Median Earnings
$747
Median Rent
$174,200
Median Home Value
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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Office in South region

14.4% 2019
16.4% 2020
17.3% 2021
18% 2022
18.6% 2023
20.3% 2024
20.2% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Storefront property - Two-story commercial building with dedicated upper-level office space and an existing drive-through configuration.
Where is this storefront property located?
The property is located at 1011 Forrest Ave Gadsden, AL.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $775,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 8,400 SF two‑story storefront building; Existing drive‑through configuration; Dedicated office space on the upper level
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