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    8701 JW Clay Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28262

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    Prime retail space near University Place, available February 2026.

    Added:
    Nov 25, 2025
    Days on Market:
    173
    Last Refresh:
    Apr 6 at 1:15 am

    Property Features for 8701 JW Clay Blvd

    General Information

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    Molly Prince Sarn

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    Listing date Nov 25, 2025

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    HighLights

    • High traffic location: E. WT Harris Blvd - 57,500 AADT; N Tryon St - 26,000 AADT; I‑85 - 161,000 AADT
    • Located at lighted intersection near University Place entrance.
    • 5,038 SF retail space available February 2026 with new roof.
    • Across from new 20,000 SF public library and Novel University Place Apartments (308 units).
    • Walking distance to UNC Charlotte (30,448 students).
    • Co‑tenancy with Sam's Club, Fitness Connection, Michaels, Guitar Center, Ross Dress For Less, Office Depot.

    Overview

    This freestanding retail space, comprising 5,038 square feet and featuring a new roof, is scheduled to become available in February 2026. The property is strategically located at a lighted intersection at the entrance to University Place, directly across from a new 20,000 square foot public library and the Novel University Place Apartments, which consist of 308 units. The location offers high visibility and benefits from co-tenancy with businesses such as Sam's Club, Fitness Connection, Michaels, Guitar Center, Ross Dress For Less, and Office Depot. It is also within walking distance of the main entrance to UNC Charlotte, which has a student population of 30,448. Traffic counts in the area are significant, with E. WT Harris Blvd seeing 57,500 AADT, N Tryon St recording 26,000 AADT, and I-85 experiencing 161,000 AADT.
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    Current Use by Public Records

    Mattress Firm University ... Furniture & Home Goods Charlotte Optometry Group Physician Dudley Lisa C ... Physician

    Suggested Use

    Restaurant Real Estate Agency Law Firm Building Supply Big Box & Wholesale Store Spa & Massage Center Auto Repair Shop Dental Office Auto Parts Store Gym & Fitness Center

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

    Location Insight

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    City
    Charlotte
    County
    Mecklenburg
    State
    North Carolina
    Longitude
    -80.7533
    Latitude
    35.311

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    What type of property is this?
    Retail space - Prime retail space near University Place, available February 2026.
    Where is this retail space located?
    The property is located at 8701 JW Clay Blvd Charlotte, NC.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: High traffic location: E. WT Harris Blvd - 57,500 AADT; N Tryon St - 26,000 AADT; I‑85 - 161,000 AADT; Located at lighted intersection near University Place entrance.; **5,038 SF retail space available February 2026 with new roof.**
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    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
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    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.

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    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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    • 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
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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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