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Creative Space with Parking
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$96,900

215 NW 3rd Avenue NW, Arab, AL 35016

Business Opportunity, Arab, AL

Property Size636 SF
Lot Size0.25 Acres
Price / SF$152.36
Days on Market106

Property Features for 215 NW 3rd Avenue NW

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Zoning description Business, Commercial
Parking features Driveway, Oversize
Exterior features Sidewalks, Curb/Gutters
Directions North On Main Street / Al-69 Turn Right Onto 3rd Avenue Nw. Business Is Located At 215 3rd Avenue Nw. Or South On Main Street / Al-69 Turn Left Onto 3rd Avenue Nw.
Standard status Active
Size 636 SF
Lot size 0.25 Acres

Utilities

Sewer type Public Sewer
Cooling system Central Air
Water source Public

Building Details

Floors in Building 1
Flooring type Carpet, Vinyl
Roof type Metal
Listing Agency: 1st Real Estate, LLC
Listed By: Patricia Swindle · License #113352
Added: Jul 1 Changed: Oct 14 Last Checked: Oct 14 at 5:06AM
MLS# 21921926

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This 636-square-foot creative space is a brick building with a metal roof, carpet and vinyl flooring, central air, and a half bath. The building sits on a 0.25-acre parcel and includes driveway and oversized parking, with sidewalks and curb-and-gutter improvements along the property.

Located downtown in Arab, Alabama, just off Main Street, the property has access to public water and public sewer. Commercial and residential zoning provides flexibility for an owner seeking a small-scale workspace or another supported use. The space operated as a recording studio for the past 10 years.

Key Highlights

  • 636‑square‑foot brick building with metal roof
  • 0.25‑acre parcel with oversized parking and driveway
  • Zoned for both commercial and residential use

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$7,169
Cap Rate
7.40%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$143,380 $143.4K
Cap Rate 7%
$102,414 $102.4K
Cap Rate 9%
$79,656 $79.7K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 636 SF
Gross rent
$11.4K $18.00/SF
− Vacancy
−$1.9K −$2.97/SF
EGI
$9.6K $15.03/SF
− OpEx
−$2.4K −$3.76/SF
NOI
$7.2K $11.27/SF
Area
Marshall County, AL
Vacancy
16.50%
Lease Rate
$18.00 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
25.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$143,380
Cap Rate 7%
$102,414
Cap Rate 9%
$79,656

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Office B
$102.4K
$89.6K – $119.5K (±1% cap)
NOI $7,169 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.40%
Second Best
—
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no second resolved use
Theoretical Best
Office A
$137.3K
$120.1K – $160.2K (±1% cap)
NOI $9,609 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 9.92%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities. How Realmo checks its estimates

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Current Use

Studio299 Recording Studio Recording Studio 3rd Avenue Sound ... Recording Studio

Suggested Use

Top Pick Building Supply Storage Facility Furniture & Home Goods Kitchen & Bath Showroom Electrical Service Plumbing Service

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

Yes
Paved road access

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

482
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 35016, AL

17,495
Population
7,372
Households
2.4
Avg Household Size
42
Median Age
22%
College-Educated
89%
High-School Grad
79.0 sq mi
ZIP Area
221
Density / Sq Mi
$60,910
Median Household Income
$36,939
Median Earnings
$758
Median Rent
$192,900
Median Home Value
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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Office in South region

14.4% 2019
16.4% 2020
17.3% 2021
18% 2022
18.6% 2023
20.3% 2024
20.2% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Creative space - Compact commercial property with dual commercial and residential zoning, central air, public utilities, and a half bath.
Where is this creative space located?
The property is located at 215 NW 3rd Avenue NW Arab, AL.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $96,900.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 636‑square‑foot brick building with metal roof; 0.25‑acre parcel with oversized parking and driveway; Zoned for both commercial and residential use
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