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    1501 E Santa Fe Ave, Grants, NM 87020

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    Value-add opportunity in Grants, New Mexico off I-40.

    Type:Hospitality
    Property size:
    183,757 SF
    Price / SF:
    $13/SF
    Added:
    Mar 4, 2026
    Days on Market:
    93
    Last Refresh:
    Mar 16 at 2:36 pm

    Property Features for 1501 E Santa Fe Ave

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    183,757 SF
    Property subtype
    Hospitality

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1968

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    Listing Contact
    Jigar
    Jigar "Jay" Desai

    Listing agent Jigar "Jay" Desai License #AZ SA675144000

    Listing office NewGen Advisory Phoenix

    Listing date Mar 4, 2026

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    HighLights

    • Vacant Value‑Add: Renovate and reposition without operational disruption.
    • Prime I‑40 Location: High visibility and direct interstate access.
    • Flexible Repositioning: Rebrand (Choice, Wyndham, Sonesta), convert to workforce housing, or redevelop to apartments.
    • Flexible Deal Structure: Seller open to creative financing.
    • Stable Local Demand: Energy, mining, construction, transportation, and government drivers.
    • Ancillary Income Upside: Large common areas support co‑working, retail, storage, or added amenities.

    Overview

    The former Red Lion in Grants, New Mexico, presents a value-add opportunity in a market supported by Interstate 40 traffic, government and contractor demand, and year-round outdoor tourism. Located directly off I-40, the property benefits from visibility and access, positioning it for redevelopment. Currently closed, the asset offers a blank-slate opportunity for investors to reposition without operational disruption. Potential pathways include rebranding and reopening as a hotel to capture transient and workforce demand, converting the property to affordable or workforce housing to address regional needs, or redeveloping it into market-rate apartments. The building features expansive common areas and flexible interior layouts that allow for reconfiguration and adaptive reuse, including the potential for additional revenue-generating components such as co-working space, community amenities, or service-oriented commercial uses. The property is 183757 square feet. Ownership is motivated and willing to work with qualified buyers to structure a transaction aligned with their business plan, including seller carry, lease-option arrangements, or other creative financing solutions.
    Property Profile Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Hotels

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Restaurant Big Box & Wholesale Store Auto Repair Shop Pharmacy Auto Parts Store Department Store Hotel & Motel Food Market Grocery & Convenience Store

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

    Location Insight

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    City
    Grants
    County
    Cibola
    State
    New Mexico
    Longitude
    -107.8281713
    Latitude
    35.1309169

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Hotel - Value-add opportunity in Grants, New Mexico off I-40.
    Where is this hotel located?
    The property is located at 1501 E Santa Fe Ave Grants, NM.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $2,500,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Vacant Value‑Add: Renovate and reposition without operational disruption.; Prime I‑40 Location: High visibility and direct interstate access.; Flexible Repositioning: Rebrand (Choice, Wyndham, Sonesta), convert to workforce housing, or redevelop to apartments.
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    and status of this listing Jigar
    Jigar "Jay" Desai
    Real Estate License ID: AZ SA675144000
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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:

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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.

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    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
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    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
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