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Open-Plan Storefront

403 S Buchanan Street, Lafayette, LA 70501

For Sale
$280,000

Commercial Sale, Lafayette, LA

Property Size1,595 SF
Lot Size0.04 Acres
Price / SF$175.55
Days on Market9

Property Features for 403 S Buchanan Street

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Zoning Commercial
Parking features On Street
Subdivision Buchanan Lofts
Directions Congress towards the Thruway. Right on Garfield, Right on S. Buchanan. Space is on the 1st floor between Refinery and Tsunami Lounge. Latitude: 30.226691 Longitude: -92.017993
Standard status Active
APN 6172424
Size 1,595 SF
Lot size 0.04 Acres

Additional Details

Tenant in Place Yes

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Description UNIT B BUCHANAN LOFTS (0.0366 AC)(1595 SF) (10.73% INTEREST IN COMMON AREA & ELEMENTS)
Legal Description UNIT B BUCHANAN LOFTS (0.0366 AC)(1595 SF) (10.73% INTEREST IN COMMON AREA & ELEMENTS)

Utilities

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

Building Details

Year built 1950
Floors in Building 1
Flooring type Concrete
Building materials Brick
Listing Agency: Compass · ERA Real Estate
Listed By: Eliana Ashkar · License #58222
Added: Oct 30 Changed: Nov 3 Last Checked: Nov 7 at 8:06AM
MLS# 200JSA

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Investment Insights

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This commercial storefront has an open interior beneath 24-foot ceilings, with large windows facing the street. Brick construction and concrete flooring complement central heating and air conditioning. Restrooms are shared with other first-floor occupants and sit in a common hallway outside the listed space. The building dates to 1950 and is zoned Commercial.

One designated parking space is provided in a secured lot across the street. Additional on-street parking is available. Nearby businesses include Tsunami, Buchanan Lofts, and Refinery hair salon and barber shop.

Key Highlights

  • Open interior with 24‑foot ceilings
  • Large street‑facing windows
  • One designated space in a secured lot across the street

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$19,344
Cap Rate
6.91%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$386,880 $386.9K
Cap Rate 7%
$276,343 $276.3K
Cap Rate 9%
$214,933 $214.9K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 1,595 SF
Gross rent
$30.0K $18.84/SF
− Vacancy
−$2.4K −$1.51/SF
EGI
$27.6K $17.33/SF
− OpEx
−$8.3K −$5.20/SF
NOI
$19.3K $12.13/SF
Area
Lafayette, LA
Vacancy
8.04%
Lease Rate
$18.84 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$386,880
Cap Rate 7%
$276,343
Cap Rate 9%
$214,933

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Retail
$276.3K
$241.8K – $322.4K (±1% cap)
NOI $19,344 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.91%
Second Best
—
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no second resolved use
Theoretical Best
Office A
$377.1K
$330.0K – $440.0K (±1% cap)
NOI $26,398 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 9.43%
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Current Use

The Voodoo 5 Motorcycle Shop Buchanan Lofts Hotel & Motel Cajun Stays - Buchanan ... Hostel Un-Wine'D Bar & Pub Refinery Downtown Barber Shop

Suggested Use

Top Pick HVAC Service Kitchen & Bath Showroom (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Dental Office Gym & Fitness Center Pharmacy

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

2,053
Businesses Nearby
Balanced
Demand for This Use

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

Average Price Trend$/SF for Storefront properties in Lafayette, LA

$142 Jul
$154 Aug
$144 Sep
$139 Oct

Properties on Market for Storefront properties in Lafayette

Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in South region

7% 2020
6.2% 2021
5.1% 2022
4.8% 2023
4.9% 2024
5.4% 2025

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Storefront property - An existing tenant occupies the space, with a reserved parking space in a secured lot across the street.
Where is this storefront property located?
The property is located at 403 S Buchanan Street Lafayette, LA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $280,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Open interior with 24‑foot ceilings; Large street‑facing windows; One designated space in a secured lot across the street
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