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    244 E Court Street, Marion, NC 28752

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    For Sale
    $625,000

    First car dealership & showroom in McDowell County (Marion).

    Type:Retail
    Property size:
    13,940 SF
    Price / SF:
    $44/SF
    Added:
    Nov 21, 2025
    Days on Market:
    180
    Last Refresh:
    Dec 3 at 5:00 am

    Property Features for 244 E Court Street

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    13,940 SF
    Property subtype
    Retail

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1930

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    Listing Contact
    Tina Crisp
    Tina Crisp

    Listing agent Tina Crisp License #0454824

    Listing office RE/MAX DFW Associates

    Listing date Nov 21, 2025

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    HighLights

    • Large workshop/warehouse space (approx. 8400 sqft) with high ceilings and additional storage (approx. 1050 sqft).
    • Historically significant: first car dealership & showroom in McDowell County.
    • Prime location: fronts US Hwy 70 (Bus.) and East Court Street, short walk to downtown and Courthouse.
    • Substantial showroom space (approx. 3350 sqft) with terrazzo and wood floors, plus office space (approx. 475 sqft) with HVAC.
    • Functional workshop with divided spaces, two large drive‑in doors, and one section heated.
    • Ample parking: in front and on vacant tract to the west of the building.

    Overview

    Built in 1930, this property is known as the first car dealership and showroom in McDowell County (Marion). The property features a showroom of approximately 3350 square feet with terrazzo and wood floors, as well as individual and group offices of approximately 475 square feet where the original drive-in dealership door remains. The office and showroom have HVAC. There are divided workshop spaces with two large drive-in doors, and one section is heated. The property also includes a warehouse and workshop of approximately 8400 square feet with high ceilings and spacious storage of approximately 1050 square feet. Parking is available in front and on a vacant tract to the west of the building. The property fronts on US Hwy 70 (Bus.) East Court Street and is located a short walk to downtown and the Courthouse. The property was purchased in 1970 by a family who make no representation and is sold AS IS.
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    Current Use by Public Records

    Laundry Mat (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Condrey Plumbing Heating ... Hardware & Home Improvement

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Law Firm Restaurant Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Gym & Fitness Center Skin Care Clinic

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

    Similar Places Nearby

    • McDowell Lube and Repair — Holly Hill Dr, Marion, NC 28752
    • Scott's Automotive — Marion, NC 28752
    • Marion Tire Automotive #2 — 1275 Rutherford Rd, Marion, NC 28752
    • Addison Paint and Body LLC — 295 Carson St Unit B, Marion, NC 28752
    • J & J Auto — Marion, NC 28752

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    City
    Marion
    County
    McDowell
    State
    North Carolina
    Longitude
    -82.0050758
    Latitude
    35.6854609

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Auto shop - First car dealership & showroom in McDowell County (Marion).
    Where is this auto shop located?
    The property is located at 244 E Court Street Marion, NC.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $625,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Large workshop/warehouse space (approx. 8400 sqft) with high ceilings and additional storage (approx. 1050 sqft).; Historically significant: first car dealership & showroom in McDowell County.; Prime location: fronts US Hwy 70 (Bus.) and East Court Street, short walk to downtown and Courthouse.
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    Tina Crisp
    Tina Crisp
    Real Estate License ID: 0454824
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    • 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)
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    • 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

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