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Drive-Through Retail Space

4020 Messer Airport Hwy, Birmingham, AL 35222

For Sale
New
$550,000

B2 zoning, a pylon sign, and included furnishings and equipment support retail or restaurant use.

Property Size2,148 SF
Price / SF$256.05
Days on Market2

Property Features for 4020 Messer Airport Hwy

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 2,148 SF
Property subtype Retail
Zoning B2

Site & Location

Neighborhood North Avondale
Corner Location Yes
Drive-Thru Yes
Pylon Signage Yes

Additional Details

Furnished Yes

Building Details

Building Size 2,148 SF
Year Built 1978
Buildings 1
Listing Agency: eXp Commercial - AL
Listed By: Pam Reaves Rathje · License #AL #000046527
Source: 7s
Added: Nov 6 Last Checked: Nov 6 at 2:28PM

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Investment Insights

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This 2,148-square-foot retail building dates to 1978 and includes a drive-through and FF&E. The property is zoned B2 and has a pylon sign.

At 4020 Messer Airport Hwy in Birmingham, the building occupies a corner at a signalized intersection.

Key Highlights

  • 2,148 SF retail building constructed in 1978
  • Drive‑through facility
  • B2 zoning

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$26,678
Cap Rate
4.85%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$533,560 $533.6K
Cap Rate 7%
$381,114 $381.1K
Cap Rate 9%
$296,422 $296.4K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 2,148 SF
Gross rent
$38.7K $18.00/SF
− Vacancy
−$3.1K −$1.44/SF
EGI
$35.6K $16.56/SF
− OpEx
−$8.9K −$4.14/SF
NOI
$26.7K $12.42/SF
Area
Birmingham, AL
Vacancy
8.00%
Lease Rate
$18.00 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
25.00%
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Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$533,560
Cap Rate 7%
$381,114
Cap Rate 9%
$296,422

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Specialty Retail
$381.1K
$333.5K – $444.6K (±1% cap)
NOI $26,678 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.85%
Second Best
Retail
$299.9K
$262.4K – $349.9K (±1% cap)
NOI $20,993 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.82%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$504.2K
$441.2K – $588.2K (±1% cap)
NOI $35,292 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.42%
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Current Use

Retail space

Suggested Use

Top Pick Bakery (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Butcher Pet Grooming Service Barber Shop Tanning 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.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

695
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 35222, AL

8,419
Population
4,383
Households
1.9
Avg Household Size
37
Median Age
64%
College-Educated
97%
High-School Grad
3.9 sq mi
ZIP Area
2,159
Density / Sq Mi
$91,964
Median Household Income
$61,933
Median Earnings
$1,086
Median Rent
$374,600
Median Home Value
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Market

Average Price Trend$/SF for Retail space in Birmingham, AL

$186 Jul
$218 Aug
$143 Sep
$139 Oct

Properties on Market for Retail space in Birmingham

Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Birmingham, AL

8.1% 2019
7.3% 2020
6.4% 2021
5.9% 2022
5% 2023
6% 2024
6.1% 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Retail space - B2 zoning, a pylon sign, and included furnishings and equipment support retail or restaurant use.
Where is this retail space located?
The property is located at 4020 Messer Airport Hwy Birmingham, AL.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $550,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 2,148 SF retail building constructed in 1978; Drive‑through facility; B2 zoning
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