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    28 N Lexington Avenue, Asheville, NC 28801

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    $1,500,000

    SINGLE_FAMILY - Asheville, NC

    Type:Retail
    Lot size:
    0.05 Acres
    Added:
    Apr 8, 2026
    Days on Market:
    37
    Last Refresh:
    May 14 at 6:06 pm

    Property Features for 28 N Lexington Avenue

    General Information

    Property type
    Residential
    Property subtype
    Retail
    Zoning
    CBD
    Bathrooms
    2
    Rooms
    Bathroom 2, Bathroom 1
    Standard status
    Active
    APN
    9649-40-0770-00000
    Lot size
    0.05 Acres

    Taxes and HOA fees

    Tax Description
    DEED DATE: 2023-12-19 DEED: 6373-527 SUBDIV: BLOCK: LOT: TRACT 1 SECTION: PLAT: 0233-0006

    Utilities

    Sewer type
    Public Sewer

    Building Details

    Year built
    1916
    Floors in Building
    2

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    Listing Contact
    Jay Lurie
    Jay Lurie

    Listing agent Jay Lurie License #192865

    Listing office The Real Estate Center 159 South Lexington Avenue, Asheville, NC

    Listing date Apr 8, 2026

    MLS# 4366708

    Copyright © 2026 Canopy MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

    HighLights

    • Prime downtown Asheville location on Lexington Avenue and Tingle Alley
    • Live/work property offering a seamless lifestyle and income generation
    • Street‑level retail space is fully leased, providing immediate income
    • Upper‑floor residential unit offers additional revenue potential or owner occupancy
    • Located in a vibrant area with high foot traffic, surrounded by dining, arts, and retail
    • Built in 1916, this character‑rich property is a unique investment opportunity

    Overview

    This boutique downtown residential and retail duo combines street-level retail with an upper-floor residential unit on Lexington Avenue and Tingle Alley. Located in the heart of downtown Asheville's vibrant Lexington Avenue district, the property at 28 N. Lexington Avenue and 7 Tingle Alley presents a live/work opportunity. Suited for owner-operators, the property allows residents to live above their business, creating a lifestyle rooted in the energy of downtown, while also providing the flexibility to generate income from either level. The layout supports both personal use and long-term investment, whether you choose to occupy the upper residence or lease it. The street-level retail space is fully leased, delivering immediate, stable income, while the residential unit above presents additional revenue potential or a unique opportunity for an owner to establish a presence directly within their business footprint. The property benefits from consistent foot traffic and strong local demand, positioning it as both a lifestyle asset and an income-producing investment. The lot size is 0.05 acres.
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    Current Use by Public Records

    April Cornell Clothing & Fashion Store

    Suggested Use

    Restaurant Dental Office Hair Salon Real Estate Agency Spa & Massage Center Nail Salon Law Firm Building Supply Daycare Center Kitchen & Bath Showroom

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

    Location Insight

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    City
    Asheville
    County
    Buncombe
    State
    North Carolina
    Longitude
    -82.5527
    Latitude
    35.59589

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Mixed-use property - Live/work property in Asheville's vibrant Lexington Avenue district.
    Where is this mixed-use property located?
    The property is located at 28 N Lexington Avenue Asheville, NC.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $1,500,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Prime downtown Asheville location on Lexington Avenue and Tingle Alley; Live/work property offering a seamless lifestyle and income generation; Street‑level retail space is fully leased, providing immediate income
    (828) 216-8462
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    Listing Contact
    Jay Lurie
    Jay Lurie
    Real Estate License ID: 192865
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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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    Comparable estimate is based on recent sales of similar nearby properties, adjusted for factors like size, condition, and location.

    Relative

    Relative property class coefficient uses factors that account for typical price differences between various asset types (e.g., retail vs. industrial) to provide a more accurate market-aligned estimate.

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    Stat Estimate

    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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