Property summary
This remarkable 14,580-square-foot commercial building, situated on a 0.11-acre lot at 1727 Fannin Street in Vernon, Texas, presents a rare investment opportunity. Constructed in 1928 by renowned Texas rancher C.T. Herring, the building boasts a stunning, meticulously preserved terra-cotta facade featuring the original Montgomery Ward & Company logo – "The Spirit of Progress." The architectural details are breathtaking, including urn statuary, foliage swags, and various medallions, all… contributing to its historical significance. Originally serving as a Montgomery Ward store, this four-story structure offers a versatile layout suitable for a variety of commercial uses. The interior includes a blend of retail and warehouse space, providing ample room for diverse business needs. Adding to its unique appeal, the building also contains a residential apartment and a kitchen. While the original freight elevator was operational until 2023, its current status requires further investigation. This property offers a chance to own a piece of Texas history and capitalize on its significant potential in the vibrant Vernon market. Priced at $350,000, this is an exceptional opportunity for a discerning investor seeking a unique and historically significant commercial property. The building's prominent location and iconic facade ensure high visibility and potential for strong returns.
Ownership intelligence
Owner of record from public deeds, plus portfolio, hold profile and investor signals where the data supports them. Included with a plan.
Owner contacts
Skip-traced phones and e-mails of the owner. Included with a plan.
Debts
Recorded lenders, amounts and estimated maturities of the owner's loan book — included with a plan.
Property tax · 2022
Value estimate
· Nov 2026Realmo valuation models over county records.
Recently sold
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Cap rate analysis
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Zoning insight
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Location intelligence
Demand index: how under-served this business type is around this point — modeled from the LocInt grid (area demand vs. what already operates, adjusted by real visit traffic). Higher means stronger unmet demand.
Location
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Comparables
1 recorded sale · 6 properties nearbyComparable nearby
Instant AI valuation built from comps, income signals, and proprietary benchmarks.A defensible range, not a single guess.
from $199/month
- GBA
- 19,800 SF
- Lot area
- 0.11 ac
- Year built
- 1928
- APN
- 2
- Assessed value · 2024
- $35,390
- Annual tax · 2022
- $873
Cap rate calculated from real income and expense signals, benchmarked against sales of similar assets nearby.
from $199/month
Price sensitivity
The rate is the decision lever; valuation is the consequence.
The recorded zoning designation, what the district officially allows, and the municipal source it comes from.
No zoning code is on file for this parcel. Zoning coverage grows with every catalog release — check back, or open Location Intelligence for use analysis of this corner.
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Phones and e-mails of the people behind this property's owner, traced from licensed contact data.
Owner phones and e-mails come with a plan - traced from licensed contact data, with verification and Do-Not-Call flags on every number.
The mortgage data comes with a plan: recorded loans of the owner - lender, amount, rate and the estimated maturity - as part of the Ownership Intelligence workspace.
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