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Three-Space Mixed-Use Building
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$229,000

155 /157 E Main St, Forest City, NC 28043

Configured for three commercial spaces, supporting multi-tenant occupancy or an owner-operated business.

Property Size1,704 SF
Price / SF$134.39
Days on Market68

Property Features for 155 /157 E Main St

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 1,704 SF

Building Details

Year Built 1940
Buildings 1
Listing Agency: Odean Keever & Associates, Inc.
Listed By: Sonja Smith · License #133997
Source: Lewisandkirk
Added: Aug 8 Changed: Oct 2 Last Checked: Oct 7 at 1:05PM

Displayed information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. All listing content including descriptions, pricing, images are the copyrighted material of Odean Keever & Associates, Inc.

Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This 1,704-square-foot mixed-use commercial building was constructed in 1940 and is currently arranged as three separate business spaces. The configuration can support multiple occupants, an owner-operated business, or future reconfiguration for changing commercial requirements.

Located in downtown Forest City, the property is positioned within an established business district and offers access to retail, office, and service-oriented uses. A rear area is identified as an additional potential site for expansion or development, providing another component for consideration alongside the existing building.

Key Highlights

  • 1,704‑square‑foot mixed‑use commercial building
  • Three separately configured business spaces
  • Constructed in 1940

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$16,850
Cap Rate
7.36%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$337,000 $337.0K
Cap Rate 7%
$240,714 $240.7K
Cap Rate 9%
$187,222 $187.2K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 1,704 SF
Gross rent
$24.5K $14.40/SF
− Vacancy
−$466 −$0.27/SF
EGI
$24.1K $14.13/SF
− OpEx
−$7.2K −$4.24/SF
NOI
$16.8K $9.89/SF
Area
Rutherford County, NC
Vacancy
1.90%
Lease Rate
$14.40 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$337,000
Cap Rate 7%
$240,714
Cap Rate 9%
$187,222

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Retail
$240.7K
$210.6K – $280.8K (±1% cap)
NOI $16,850 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.36%
Second Best
Mixed Use
$172.0K
$150.5K – $200.6K (±1% cap)
NOI $12,037 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.26%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$375.8K
$328.8K – $438.4K (±1% cap)
NOI $26,304 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 11.49%
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Current Use

Storefront properties

Suggested Use

Top Pick Building Supply Real Estate Agency Parking Lot & Garage Electrical Service Furniture & Home Goods Law Firm

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

498
Businesses Nearby
15k
Monthly Visits Nearby

Foot Traffic Nearby

Shops & Services 90% Home Improvements & Furnishings 10%
Truist Shops & Services
12,013 visits/mo 0.1 miles
Kimbrell's Furniture Home Improvements & Furnishings
1,451 visits/mo 0.2 miles
OneMain Financial Shops & Services
1,086 visits/mo 0.1 miles

Demographics for 28043, NC

20,183
Population
9,356
Households
2.2
Avg Household Size
43
Median Age
18%
College-Educated
84%
High-School Grad
66.3 sq mi
ZIP Area
304
Density / Sq Mi
$41,746
Median Household Income
$29,909
Median Earnings
$744
Median Rent
$176,100
Median Home Value
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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?
Mixed-use property - Configured for three commercial spaces, supporting multi-tenant occupancy or an owner-operated business.
Where is this mixed-use property located?
The property is located at 155 /157 E Main St Forest City, NC.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $229,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 1,704‑square‑foot mixed‑use commercial building; Three separately configured business spaces; Constructed in 1940
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