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Five-Bay Automotive Shop
For Sale
$249,900

478 Butler Road, Forest City, NC 28043

Vacant commercial building with automotive service improvements and an adaptable interior layout.

Property SizeContact for details
Days on Market165

Property Features for 478 Butler Road

General Information

Standard status Active
Property subtype Commercial/Industrial / Commercial

Site & Location

Highway Access Yes
Road Access Yes

Additional Details

Service Bays 5

Taxes and HOA fees

Annual Taxes $6,100

Amenities

custom shop lighting
10,000 lb two-post car/truck lift
roof-mounted exhaust fans
Natural Gas
Other/See Remarks

Building Details

Buildings 1
Listing Agency: EXP Realty LLC
Listed By: Stephanie Wilson · License #98945
Source: Compass
Added: Mar 19 Changed: Aug 29 Last Checked: Aug 29 at 1:27PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This vacant commercial building is configured as a five-bay automotive shop with improvements suited to service and detailing operations. The property includes custom shop lighting, a 10,000 lb two-post car/truck lift, and four roof-mounted exhaust fans for shop ventilation. Natural gas is also listed among the interior features. Its prior automotive use and flexible arrangement support applications such as repair, detailing, paint and body work, equipment service, storage, or a small contractor operation.

The building is located at 478 Butler Road in Forest City, just off the Highway 74 corridor. Nearby context includes Walmart, Tri-City Mall, restaurants, local dealerships, and Isothermal Community College. The property is currently vacant, allowing an owner or operator to configure the space for its intended business use.

Key Highlights

  • Five service bays in a vacant commercial shop
  • 10,000 lb two‑post car/truck lift included
  • Four roof‑mounted exhaust fans support shop ventilation

Property Analytics

Current Use

Auto shops

Suggested Use

Top Pick Dental Office Real Estate Agency (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Carpet & Flooring Store Electrical Service Daycare Center

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

5
Service bays
Yes
Highway access
Yes
Paved road access

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

420
Businesses Nearby
Well-served
Demand for This Use

Demographics for 28043, NC

20,183
Population
9,356
Households
2.2
Avg Household Size
43
Median Age
18%
College-Educated
84%
High-School Grad
66.3 sq mi
ZIP Area
304
Density / Sq Mi
$41,746
Median Household Income
$29,909
Median Earnings
$744
Median Rent
$176,100
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Industrial in South region

6% 2019
6.5% 2020
4% 2021
3.5% 2022
6% 2023
7.6% 2024
7.9% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Auto shop - Vacant commercial building with automotive service improvements and an adaptable interior layout.
Where is this auto shop located?
The property is located at 478 Butler Road Forest City, NC.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $249,900.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Five service bays in a vacant commercial shop; 10,000 lb two‑post car/truck lift included; Four roof‑mounted exhaust fans support shop ventilation
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