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Multi-Suite Office Building
For Sale
$495,000

311 W University Avenue, Lafayette, LA 70501

Commercial Sale, Lafayette, LA

Property Size3,001 SF
Lot Size0.29 Acres
Price / SF$164.95
Days on Market336

Property Features for 311 W University Avenue

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Zoning CM-1 (COMMERCIA
Bathrooms 2
Full bathrooms 2
Rooms Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
Parking features Parking Lot
Exterior features Door Sign
Subdivision Elmhurst Park
Lot features Level
Directions From Pinhook Rd, take University Ave, pass Johnston St. intersection, building will be about 1 block down on the left
Standard status Active
APN 6022502
Size 3,001 SF
Lot size 0.29 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Description P LOTS 1-2-3-4-5-6 BLK 8 ELMHURST PARK ADD SE P OF LOTS 1-2-3-4 & P LOT 5 BLK 8 ELMHURST PARK ADD SE P OF LOTS 5-6 BLK 8 ELMHURST PARK ADD
Legal Description P LOTS 1-2-3-4-5-6 BLK 8 ELMHURST PARK ADD SE P OF LOTS 1-2-3-4 & P LOT 5 BLK 8 ELMHURST PARK ADD SE P OF LOTS 5-6 BLK 8 ELMHURST PARK ADD

Utilities

Sewer type Public Sewer
Heating system Central
Cooling system Central Air
Water source Public

Amenities

conference room
kitchen
lobby
private courtyard

Building Details

Flooring type Tile, Wood
Roof type Built-Up
Listing Agency: Scout Real Estate Co.
Listed By: Jeff Landry · License #995682229
Added: Nov 14, 2025 Changed: Oct 8 Last Checked: Oct 16 at 11:06AM
MLS# 2500005554

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Investment Insights

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This 3,001-square-foot office building contains seven offices, a conference room, a kitchen, two lobbies, and two restrooms. The layout can be arranged as as many as three tenant suites, each with its own entrance. The rear suite also has a private courtyard. Interior finishes include tile and wood flooring, with central heating and air conditioning.

The property is near University Avenue and Johnston Street, with access to Downtown Lafayette and the University of Lafayette. A city bus stop is one block away. On-site parking is available, and the property is zoned CM-1 Commercial Mixed.

Key Highlights

  • 3,001‑square‑foot office building with seven offices and a conference room
  • Configurable for up to three suites, each with a separate entrance
  • Rear suite includes a private courtyard

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$34,923
Cap Rate
7.06%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$698,460 $698.5K
Cap Rate 7%
$498,900 $498.9K
Cap Rate 9%
$388,033 $388.0K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 3,001 SF
Gross rent
$54.0K $18.00/SF
− Vacancy
−$7.5K −$2.48/SF
EGI
$46.6K $15.52/SF
− OpEx
−$11.6K −$3.88/SF
NOI
$34.9K $11.64/SF
Area
Lafayette, LA
Vacancy
13.80%
Lease Rate
$18.00 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
25.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$698,460
Cap Rate 7%
$498,900
Cap Rate 9%
$388,033

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Office B
$498.9K
$436.5K – $582.1K (±1% cap)
NOI $34,923 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.06%
Second Best
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no second resolved use
Theoretical Best
Office A
$709.5K
$620.9K – $827.8K (±1% cap)
NOI $49,668 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 10.03%
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Current Use

Kenneth D. St. ... Law Firm Christopher T. Lee Law Firm Russo Consulting Group Consultant

Suggested Use

Top Pick HVAC Service Home Appliance Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Locksmith Tanning Salon Veterinary Clinic

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

2,226
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 70501, LA

28,721
Population
12,657
Households
2.3
Avg Household Size
38
Median Age
16%
College-Educated
78%
High-School Grad
15.3 sq mi
ZIP Area
1,877
Density / Sq Mi
$31,723
Median Household Income
$25,281
Median Earnings
$867
Median Rent
$117,200
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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Office building - Seven offices and separate suite entrances support a flexible workplace layout.
Where is this office building located?
The property is located at 311 W University Avenue Lafayette, LA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $495,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 3,001‑square‑foot office building with seven offices and a conference room; Configurable for up to three suites, each with a separate entrance; Rear suite includes a private courtyard
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