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Mixed-Use Property with Auto Shop
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$450,000

307 N Santa Fe Avenue, Fountain, CO 80817

Two-building property combines an equipped repair facility with a residence convertible to commercial use under CMU zoning.

Property Size2,064 SF
Lot Size0.32 Acres
Days on Market5

Property Features for 307 N Santa Fe Avenue

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 2,064 SF
Lot size 0.32 Acres
Property subtype Commercial
Zoning CMU

Additional Details

Utilities to Site Yes
Service Bays 3

Taxes and HOA fees

Annual Taxes $2,635

Amenities

private bathroom
200-amp electrical panel
grease interceptor
hydraulic lifts
detached shed
metal roof
natural gas service
insulated walls and ceiling
recently updated sewer and water lines

Building Details

Building Size 2,064 SF
Year Built 1954
Buildings 2
Units 2
Listing Agency: SYNERGY REALTY GROUP INC.
Listed By: Charles D'Alessio · License #40034206
Source: Coloradopartners
Added: Aug 17 Changed: Aug 21 Last Checked: Aug 20 at 2:25PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Located at 307 N Santa Fe Avenue in Fountain, Colorado, this mixed-use property includes a 1,200-square-foot auto repair building and a separate 864-square-foot residential structure on a 14,000-square-foot lot. The shop has a metal roof, natural gas, insulated walls and ceiling, a 12-foot ceiling, a 10-foot overhead door, multiple service and entry doors, a private bathroom, a 200-amp electrical panel, and a grease interceptor. Updated sewer and water lines support the property’s existing infrastructure. Three hydraulic lifts are included, with one inside the shop and two in the rear service yard. A detached shed adds storage capacity.

The second building is configured as a one-bedroom residence with a kitchen, tile flooring, half bath, separate shower area, and its own storage shed. CMU zoning allows this structure to be converted to commercial use. The property also provides onsite parking and additional room for storage or equipment. Built in 1954, the two-building layout supports combined commercial and residential occupancy, subject to applicable regulations.

Key Highlights

  • 1,200‑square‑foot auto repair shop on a 14,000‑square‑foot lot
  • 12‑foot ceiling, 10‑foot overhead door, 8x15 side door, and additional 8‑foot entry
  • Three hydraulic lifts: one inside and two in the rear service yard

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI = area × lease_rate × (100 − vacancy) / 100 × (1 − expense_ratio). Net Operating Income — what the owner takes home each year before mortgage payments and income tax. Effective rent (asking rent minus vacancy losses) minus operating costs (taxes, insurance, maintenance, management).
NOI / Yr
$29,514
Cap rate = NOI / list price × 100. Capitalization rate — annual return on a fully cash purchase, before financing. NOI divided by price. Higher means more income per dollar invested, but usually also more risk or older condition. 5–8% is typical for stabilized commercial property; double digits often signal distressed deals.
Cap Rate
6.56%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates Cap rates vary significantly by property type, market, and asset quality. Typical U.S. stable-market ranges: Multifamily — 4.5% to 6.5% (Class A in primary markets often sub-5%; Class C in secondary markets 6%+) Industrial / Logistics — 5.0% to 7.0% (compressed heavily in recent years due to e-commerce demand) Office — 6.5% to 9%+ (wide spread post-2020; CBD Class A vs. suburban Class B varies dramatically) Retail — 5.5% to 8.5% (grocery-anchored on the low end, unanchored strip centers higher) Hospitality / Hotels — 7.5% to 10%+ (higher due to operational risk) Self-Storage — 5.5% to 7.5% Medical Office — 6.0% to 7.5% Net Lease (single tenant, credit) — 5.0% to 7.0% depending on tenant credit and lease term Rules of thumb: Primary markets (NYC, SF, LA, Boston, DC) trade at lower cap rates than secondary/tertiary markets, often by 100–200 bps (bps, aka basis points; 1 bp = 0.01%). Class A assets trade ~50–150 bps tighter than Class B, and Class B tighter than Class C. Cap rates move inversely with price — a lower cap rate means a higher price for the same NOI. Spread to the 10-year Treasury is a common benchmark; historically 200–400 bps over the 10-year.
Cap Rate 5%
$590,280 $590.3K
Cap Rate 7%
$421,629 $421.6K
Cap Rate 9%
$327,933 $327.9K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 2,064 SF Vacancy — income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year, subtracted from gross rent. EGI (Effective Gross Income) — gross rent minus vacancy losses, the realistic income before paying operating costs. OpEx (Operating Expenses) — recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management); excludes financing and capital improvements. NOI (Net Operating Income) — income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.
Gross rent
$44.3K $21.48/SF
− Vacancy
−$2.2K −$1.05/SF
EGI
$42.2K $20.43/SF
− OpEx
−$12.6K −$6.13/SF
NOI
$29.5K $14.30/SF
Area
El Paso County, CO
Vacancy
4.90%
Lease Rate
$21.48 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates Cap rates vary significantly by property type, market, and asset quality. Typical U.S. stable-market ranges: Multifamily — 4.5% to 6.5% (Class A in primary markets often sub-5%; Class C in secondary markets 6%+) Industrial / Logistics — 5.0% to 7.0% (compressed heavily in recent years due to e-commerce demand) Office — 6.5% to 9%+ (wide spread post-2020; CBD Class A vs. suburban Class B varies dramatically) Retail — 5.5% to 8.5% (grocery-anchored on the low end, unanchored strip centers higher) Hospitality / Hotels — 7.5% to 10%+ (higher due to operational risk) Self-Storage — 5.5% to 7.5% Medical Office — 6.0% to 7.5% Net Lease (single tenant, credit) — 5.0% to 7.0% depending on tenant credit and lease term Rules of thumb: Primary markets (NYC, SF, LA, Boston, DC) trade at lower cap rates than secondary/tertiary markets, often by 100–200 bps (bps, aka basis points; 1 bp = 0.01%). Class A assets trade ~50–150 bps tighter than Class B, and Class B tighter than Class C. Cap rates move inversely with price — a lower cap rate means a higher price for the same NOI. Spread to the 10-year Treasury is a common benchmark; historically 200–400 bps over the 10-year.
Cap Rate 5%
$590,280
Cap Rate 7%
$421,629
Cap Rate 9%
$327,933

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Retail
$421.6K
$368.9K – $491.9K (±1% cap)
NOI $29,514 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.56%
Second Best
Mixed Use
$374.2K
$327.4K – $436.5K (±1% cap)
NOI $26,192 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.82%
Theoretical Best
Multifamily LT 5
$27.52M
$24.08M – $32.11M (±1% cap)
NOI $1,926,599 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 428.13%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Affordable Truck And Auto ... Auto Repair Shop

Suggested Use

Top Pick Law Firm Real Estate Agency Dental Office Pharmacy Nail Salon Hair Salon

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

3
Service bays
Yes
Utilities to site

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

292
Businesses Nearby
27k
Monthly Visits Nearby

Foot Traffic Nearby

Shops & Services 100%
Loaf 'N Jug Shops & Services
19,891 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Family Dollar Shops & Services
6,617 visits/mo 0.1 miles

Demographics for 80817, CO

31,621
Population
11,649
Households
2.7
Avg Household Size
31
Median Age
32%
College-Educated
95%
High-School Grad
115.1 sq mi
ZIP Area
275
Density / Sq Mi
$85,121
Median Household Income
$50,434
Median Earnings
$1,758
Median Rent
$377,300
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in West region

7% 2020
6.3% 2021
5.5% 2022
5.3% 2023
5.5% 2024
5.8% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Mixed-use property - Two-building property combines an equipped repair facility with a residence convertible to commercial use under CMU zoning.
Where is this mixed-use property located?
The property is located at 307 N Santa Fe Avenue Fountain, CO.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $450,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 1,200‑square‑foot auto repair shop on a 14,000‑square‑foot lot; 12‑foot ceiling, 10‑foot overhead door, 8x15 side door, and additional 8‑foot entry; Three hydraulic lifts: one inside and two in the rear service yard
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