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2156 S Sterling St, Morganton, NC 28655

Freestanding LongHorn Steakhouse on an absolute triple-net lease through July 2030, with scheduled rent escalations.

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Days on Market121

Property Features for 2156 S Sterling St

General Information

Standard status Active
Property subtype Retail
Occupancy 100%

Site & Location

Traffic Count 66,000 vehicles/day
Highway Access Yes
Road Access Yes

Building Details

Tenancy Single
Listing Agency: Pegasus Investments
Listed By: David Chasin · License #CA 01513027
Source: Crexi
Added: Apr 11 Changed: Aug 8 Last Checked: Jul 20 at 10:16PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

A single-tenant freestanding restaurant leased by LongHorn Steakhouse on an absolute triple net (NNN) basis. The lease term extends through July 2030 and includes a 10% rent escalation in July 2025. LongHorn also has four additional 5-year options, each with 10% rent escalations upon execution. The property is offered as a LongHorn-operated location connected to the brand’s newer restaurant prototype development.

The site is situated in Morganton’s hospitality and medical corridor on S Sterling Street. It is accessible directly off Interstate 40 at Exit 105, at the intersection of South Sterling Street and I-40, where combined traffic counts are roughly 66,000 vehicles per day. A repositioning completed in 2020 included creation of a new signalized intersection and road, with Albert Tron Boulevard running beside the LongHorn restaurant and connecting to West Parker Road.

Nearby demand drivers include Broughton Hospital on South Sterling Street adjacent to the property and Atrium Health directly across the street. The medical campus presence has included major expansion work by Broughton in 2019.

Key Highlights

  • Single‑tenant, freestanding LongHorn Steakhouse leased on an absolute triple net (NNN) basis.
  • Lease term extends through July 2030 with a 10% rent escalation in July 2025.
  • LongHorn has four (4) additional 5‑year lease options, each with a 10% rent escalation upon execution.

Property Analytics

Current Use

LongHorn Steakhouse Restaurant

Suggested Use

Top Pick Building Supply Law Firm Hair Salon Kitchen & Bath Showroom Nail Salon (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store

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

Lease Details

66,000 VPD
Traffic count
100%
Occupancy
Single-tenant
Tenancy
Yes
Highway access
Yes
Paved road access

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

436
Businesses Nearby
86k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Balanced
Demand for This Use

Foot Traffic Nearby

Shops & Services 53% Dining 40% Electronics 4% Beauty & Spa 2%
Burger King Dining
19,232 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Roses Discount Store Shops & Services
16,114 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Wells Fargo Shops & Services
9,693 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Little Caesars Pizza Dining
6,904 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Dollar General Shops & Services
6,888 visits/mo 0.3 miles

Demographics for 28655, NC

55,328
Population
24,542
Households
2.3
Avg Household Size
43
Median Age
21%
College-Educated
84%
High-School Grad
325.0 sq mi
ZIP Area
170
Density / Sq Mi
$53,464
Median Household Income
$34,191
Median Earnings
$827
Median Rent
$170,400
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in South region

7% 2020
6.2% 2021
5.1% 2022
4.8% 2023
4.9% 2024
5.4% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Conventional restaurant - Freestanding LongHorn Steakhouse on an absolute triple-net lease through July 2030, with scheduled rent escalations.
Where is this conventional restaurant located?
The property is located at 2156 S Sterling St Morganton, NC.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Single‑tenant, freestanding LongHorn Steakhouse leased on an absolute triple net (NNN) basis.; Lease term extends through July 2030 with a 10% rent escalation in July 2025.; LongHorn has four (4) additional 5‑year lease options, each with a 10% rent escalation upon execution.
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