Motel Property with On-Site Owner
For Sale
$400,000
1798 S Wilderness Road, Mount Vernon, KY 40456
COMMERCIAL - Mt Vernon, KY
Property Size19,968 SF
Lot Size1.40 Acres
Price / SF$20.03
Days on Market56
Property Features for 1798 S Wilderness Road
General Information
Property type
Commercial Sale
Property subtype
Other
Zoning description
Commercial
Parking
50
Parking features
Open
Subdivision
Commercial
Directions
Situated close to I75(also close to Renfro Valley Entertainment Center and Kentucky Music Hall of Fame) I75 exit 59 Mount Vernon/Livingston , turn right off of the exit and the motel will be on the left.
Special listing conditions
Auction
Standard status
Active
APN
046E-00-041.01
Size
19,968 SF
Lot size
1.40 Acres
Utilities
Utilities
Propane
Heating system
Electric (Heating), Propane (Heating)
Cooling system
Zoned
Amenities
storage building
individual heat/air in each unit
security cameras
Building Details
Floors in Building
2
Roof type
Rubber
Listing Agency:
High Point Realty & Auction
(859) 200-2084
Listed By:
Kenneth Degrant · License #244885
(859) 200-2084
Added: Jun 18
Changed: Aug 4
Last Checked: Aug 12 at 12:06AM
MLS# 26014158
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
This for-sale hospitality property is a 46-unit motel on approximately 1.4 acres with 45 guest rooms and one separate housekeeper room that includes a kitchen apart from the 45 rooms. The front units were renovated in 2018, and some back units were renovated per the seller. Each room has individual heat and air, and all operating motel equipment stays with the property. The site also includes an owner’s quarters attached to the motel, described as three bedrooms and two bathrooms, plus a storage building, blacktop paved parking, and security cameras.
The motel is located just off I-75 in Mt Vernon, Kentucky, at 1798 S Wilderness Road. The seller notes that the title entrance includes an easement with a 30-foot width. The property is being sold by deed, and supporting documents are available.
For buyers looking for an operating lodging asset, the configuration provides a mix of 33 king-bed rooms and 12 two-queen-bed rooms, with individual climate control in each unit. The included on-site living space can support an owner-operator style arrangement, and the site amenities such as paved parking, storage, and security cameras help support day-to-day operations. The property is offered at auction on July 18, 2026, with specific bidding and documentation requirements for online bidders.
The motel is located just off I-75 in Mt Vernon, Kentucky, at 1798 S Wilderness Road. The seller notes that the title entrance includes an easement with a 30-foot width. The property is being sold by deed, and supporting documents are available.
For buyers looking for an operating lodging asset, the configuration provides a mix of 33 king-bed rooms and 12 two-queen-bed rooms, with individual climate control in each unit. The included on-site living space can support an owner-operator style arrangement, and the site amenities such as paved parking, storage, and security cameras help support day-to-day operations. The property is offered at auction on July 18, 2026, with specific bidding and documentation requirements for online bidders.
Key Highlights
- 46‑unit motel on 1.4 acres just off I‑75 in Mt Vernon, with 45 guest rooms plus an additional housekeeper room.
- Room mix: 33 rooms with king 1‑bed setup and 12 rooms with 2 queen beds; all operating motel equipment stays.
- Front units renovated in 2018 and some back units per seller; each unit has individual heat/air.
Property Analytics
Property Profile
Current Use
Lease Details
Yes
Highway access
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
46
Businesses Nearby
Well-served
Demand for This Use
Explore this area
Business Placement
Demographics for 40456, KY
8,949
Population
4,111
Households
2.2
Avg Household Size
43
Median Age
17%
College-Educated
82%
High-School Grad
162.8 sq mi
ZIP Area
55
Density / Sq Mi
$46,879
Median Household Income
$40,494
Median Earnings
$678
Median Rent
$140,600
Median Home Value
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Motel - 46-unit motel near I-75 offers individual heating and cooling, paved parking, and on-site security cameras.
Where is this motel located?
The property is located at 1798 S Wilderness Road Mount Vernon, KY.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $400,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 46‑unit motel on 1.4 acres just off I‑75 in Mt Vernon, with 45 guest rooms plus an additional housekeeper room.; Room mix: 33 rooms with king 1‑bed setup and 12 rooms with 2 queen beds; all operating motel equipment stays.; Front units renovated in 2018 and some back units per seller; each unit has individual heat/air.
