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Auto Shop Building with Retail and Office
For Sale
$695,000

478 Asheville Highway, Sylva, NC 28779

COMMERCIAL - Sylva, NC

Property Size6,900 SF
Lot Size0.69 Acres
Price / SF$100.72
Days on Market215

Property Features for 478 Asheville Highway

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Zoning description City: GB
Bathrooms 2
Full bathrooms 2
Rooms Bathroom 2, Bathroom 1
Parking features Parking Lot
Lot features City, City Lot
Directions 478 Asheville Highway Sylva, NC
Subdivision Sylva City Limits
Standard status Active
APN 7641599692
Size 6,900 SF
Lot size 0.69 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Annual Amount 3250

Utilities

Utilities Phone Available
Heating system Heat Pump (Heating), Electric (Heating), Propane (Heating)
Cooling system Electric, Central Air

Building Details

Year built 1987
Floors in Building 1
Flooring type Concrete
Building materials Metal Siding, Frame
Roof type Metal
Listing Agency: WESTERN CAROLINA PROPERTIES-Dillsboro
Listed By: Ralph Allison · License #159929
Added: Jan 13 Changed: Aug 4 Last Checked: Aug 16 at 4:06PM
MLS# 26043071

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Large auto shop building located within Sylva city limits on a 0.69-acre lot. The 6,900 SF metal-sided building is currently used as a tractor sales and repair shop, with a configuration that includes retail and office space plus two restrooms.

Interior walls could be reconfigured to create more open space, supporting a range of operational layouts. The building includes concrete flooring, parking lot parking, and a mix of mechanical systems including propane heating, electric heating, heat pump heating, and central air electric cooling.

The property was built in 1987 and includes a metal roof and frame construction materials. Phone service is available.

Key Highlights

  • 6,900 SF auto shop building currently used for tractor sales and repair
  • 0.69‑acre lot within Sylva city limits
  • Existing layout includes retail and office space plus two restrooms

Property Analytics

Current Use

Carquest Auto Parts ... Auto Parts Store CARQUEST AUTO PARTS ... Auto Parts Store Western Carolina Lawn ... Big Box & Wholesale Store

Suggested Use

Top Pick (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Grocery & Convenience Store HVAC Service Building Supply Pet Grooming Service Florist

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

Single-tenant
Tenancy

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

674
Businesses Nearby
36k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Well-served
Demand for This Use

Foot Traffic Nearby

Groceries 58% Shops & Services 22% Dining 17% Home Improvements & Furnishings 2%
Food Lion Grocery Store Groceries
20,695 visits/mo 0.1 miles
Little Caesars Pizza Dining
6,234 visits/mo 0.5 miles
Dollar General Shops & Services
5,392 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Napa Auto Parts Shops & Services
1,650 visits/mo 0.3 miles
H&R Block Shops & Services
943 visits/mo 0.4 miles

Demographics for 28779, NC

16,586
Population
9,551
Households
1.7
Avg Household Size
43
Median Age
28%
College-Educated
93%
High-School Grad
108.0 sq mi
ZIP Area
154
Density / Sq Mi
$54,407
Median Household Income
$35,261
Median Earnings
$803
Median Rent
$234,200
Median Home Value

Market

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?
Auto shop - Large auto shop building on a 0.69-acre lot with retail and office space and on-site parking lot access.
Where is this auto shop located?
The property is located at 478 Asheville Highway Sylva, NC.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $695,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 6,900 SF auto shop building currently used for tractor sales and repair; 0.69‑acre lot within Sylva city limits; Existing layout includes retail and office space plus two restrooms
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