Mixed-Use Property with Auto
New
For Sale
$119,900
1136 N Mckinley Avenue, Rensselaer, IN 47978
Commercial Sale, Rensselaer, IN
Property Size1,904 SF
Lot Size0.23 Acres
Price / SF$62.97
Days on Market2
Property Features for 1136 N Mckinley Avenue
General Information
Property type
Commercial Sale
Property subtype
Other
Parking
10
Parking features
Oversize, Garage
Interior features
High Ceilings
Exterior features
Rain Gutters
Appliances
Water Heater
Subdivision
Westons 2nd Add
Lot features
Back Yard
View
City
Directions
US 231 to the northside of Rensselaer at the Merritt Street intersection
Standard status
Active
APN
370719005001179027
Size
1,904 SF
Lot size
0.23 Acres
Additional Details
Mixed-Use Components
retail, automotive
Taxes and HOA fees
Tax Year
2025
Tax Description
WESTONS 2ND ADD E 100' LOT 1 BLK 5; E 100' N 15' LOT 4 BLK 5
Tax Annual Amount
393
Legal Description
WESTONS 2ND ADD E 100' LOT 1 BLK 5; E 100' N 15' LOT 4 BLK 5
Utilities
Sewer type
Public Sewer
Heating system
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Water source
Public
Amenities
heated
office
bathroom
retail shop
billboard
Building Details
Year built
1936
Buildings
1
Listing Agency:
Jenkins Real Estate, Inc.
(219) 866-5908
Listed By:
JoAnn McElfresh
(219) 863-4268
Added: Oct 23
Last Checked: Oct 24 at 5:06AM
MLS# 847295
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This mixed-use property combines a heated automotive garage with an adjoining retail shop. The garage offers 1,400 square feet, two overhead doors, office space and a bathroom; the side retail area adds 504 square feet and a separate bathroom. High ceilings and oversized garage parking are also noted. The billboard generates supplemental income.
The property occupies a 0.23-acre site at 1136 N McKinley Avenue in Rensselaer, along US 231. Public water and sewer serve the site, and heating is forced air with natural gas.
Repairs and updates completed since 2024 include a new roof, gutters and downspouts, two front windows, a water heater, sinks, faucets and plumbing lines in both units. Garage furnace components were replaced, while the retail unit received flooring, lighting and paint. The building dates to 1936.
The property occupies a 0.23-acre site at 1136 N McKinley Avenue in Rensselaer, along US 231. Public water and sewer serve the site, and heating is forced air with natural gas.
Repairs and updates completed since 2024 include a new roof, gutters and downspouts, two front windows, a water heater, sinks, faucets and plumbing lines in both units. Garage furnace components were replaced, while the retail unit received flooring, lighting and paint. The building dates to 1936.
Key Highlights
- Heated 1,400‑square‑foot garage with two overhead doors, office space and a bathroom
- Separate 504‑square‑foot retail shop with its own bathroom
- Billboard provides supplemental income
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Current Use
Lease Details
Yes
Highway access
Yes
Paved road access
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Trade Area within ½ mile
222
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Demographics for 47978, IN
10,815
Population
4,355
Households
2.5
Avg Household Size
42
Median Age
18%
College-Educated
91%
High-School Grad
263.7 sq mi
ZIP Area
41
Density / Sq Mi
$71,359
Median Household Income
$35,486
Median Earnings
$867
Median Rent
$180,900
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Mixed-use property - Two commercial spaces pair automotive service capacity with a separate retail shop and billboard income.
Where is this mixed-use property located?
The property is located at 1136 N Mckinley Avenue Rensselaer, IN.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $119,900.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Heated 1,400‑square‑foot garage with two overhead doors, office space and a bathroom; Separate 504‑square‑foot retail shop with its own bathroom; Billboard provides supplemental income
