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    257 Sunset Drive, Blowing Rock, NC 28605

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    For Sale
    $2,500,000

    Commercial and residential property in Blowing Rock, North Carolina.

    Type:Commercial
    Property size:
    1,600 SF
    Price / SF:
    $1,562/SF
    Added:
    Sep 23, 2025
    Days on Market:
    240
    Last Refresh:
    Apr 5 at 8:25 pm

    Property Features for 257 Sunset Drive

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    1,600 SF
    Property subtype
    Commercial

    Building Details

    Year Built
    2005

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    DON BLAIR

    Listing agent DON BLAIR

    Listing office PREMIER SOTHEBY'S INT'L REALTY

    Listing date Sep 23, 2025

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    HighLights

    • Prime investment opportunity in Blowing Rock, NC.
    • Commercially zoned property with a two‑story building featuring commercial office space and a residential apartment.
    • Flexible open concept main floor design allows for commercial or residential use.
    • Upstairs apartment features two bedrooms, two full baths, hardwood floors, open kitchen, and abundant natural light.
    • Income potential through commercial and residential leases with short‑term rental options for the apartment.
    • Includes a two‑car garage and a full unfinished basement.

    Overview

    Located in Blowing Rock, North Carolina, this commercially zoned property features a two-story building with 1600 square feet of commercial office space on the main floor and a living space on the upper level. The main floor is divided into two office spaces by a moveable wall. A full unfinished basement offers additional storage or expansion options. The flexible, open-concept design of the main floor allows for potential conversion to additional residential space. The property includes a two-car garage. The upstairs apartment, accessible via private entrance stairs from the garage, features a large great room, two bedrooms, and two full baths. Hardwood floors are present throughout the apartment, and an open kitchen flows into the great room. A large pantry is located next to the kitchen, along with a dedicated laundry closet. Large windows provide natural light. The layout allows for converting the larger bedroom into a separate rental unit. The upstairs can be rented short-term, creating income potential. The property is subject to a commercial lease for the main floor, ending 12/31/2025 and renewable, and a residential lease for the second floor space, ending 11/28/2025 and renewable.
    Property Profile Insight Report Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Office Units

    Suggested Use

    Restaurant Law Firm Real Estate Agency Dental Office Spa & Massage Center Big Box & Wholesale Store Auto Repair Shop Hair Salon Nail Salon Gym & Fitness Center

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

    Location Insight

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    • Local Demand
    City
    Blowing Rock
    County
    Watauga
    State
    North Carolina
    Longitude
    -81.67378
    Latitude
    36.133045

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Mixed-use property - Commercial and residential property in Blowing Rock, North Carolina.
    Where is this mixed-use property located?
    The property is located at 257 Sunset Drive Blowing Rock, NC.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $2,500,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Prime investment opportunity in Blowing Rock, NC.; Commercially zoned property with a two‑story building featuring commercial office space and a residential apartment.; Flexible open concept main floor design allows for commercial or residential use.
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    How We Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

    • Recent sale price (if available)
    • Statistical models using comparable sales
    • AI-powered valuation estimates

    Example Calculation

    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • 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)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • 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

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

    Disclaimer

    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

    • Cap Rate calculations depend on market data that may change over time
    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

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    This method estimates value based on actual market adjusted recent (~5 years) sales of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
    AI Estimate

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    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
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    Estimate considers the property’s potential value if used for a different purpose-based on zoning, demand, and market feasibility.

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