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Masonry Mixed-Use Storefront
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$109,000

489 W Railroad Ave, Independence, LA 70443

Historic two-level property combines commercial space below with a redesigned apartment floor plan upstairs.

Property Size2,270 SF
Price / SF$48.02
Days on Market50

Property Features for 489 W Railroad Ave

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 2,270 SF

Additional Details

Floor Ground
Utilities to Site Yes

Building Details

Year Built 1913
Construction masonry
Listing Agency: Keller Williams Realty Services
Listed By: Bart Gillis · License #000069580
Source: Fiorellaavenue
Added: Jul 10 Changed: Aug 28 Last Checked: Aug 25 at 4:35AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This historic masonry mixed-use property contains approximately 2,270 square feet across two levels. The approximately 1,100-square-foot ground-floor commercial area has been gutted and is configured as a flexible blank canvas. Renovation work includes new windows, electrical panels, a water supply line, a 10-year roof coating, and spray foam insulation beneath the roof decking. The upper level includes a newly redesigned apartment floor plan.

The property encompasses 2 city lots at 489 W Railroad Ave in Independence, Louisiana. Its combination of commercial space, an upper-level residential layout, and multiple lots creates a distinctive physical configuration for redevelopment or continued mixed-use planning.

Key Highlights

  • Approximately 2,270 square feet across two levels
  • Approximately 1,100 sf of ground‑floor commercial space
  • Historic masonry storefront on 2 city lots

Property Analytics

Current Use

Hy Kwality Hair Salon

Suggested Use

Top Pick Big Box & Wholesale Store Storage Facility Locksmith Furniture & Home Goods Bakery Butcher

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

Yes
Utilities to site

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

182
Businesses Nearby
36k
Monthly Visits Nearby

Foot Traffic Nearby

Shops & Services 61% Groceries 34% Dining 5%
Piggly Wiggly Groceries
12,163 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Dollar General Shops & Services
10,321 visits/mo 0.5 miles
Dollar Tree Shops & Services
5,690 visits/mo 0.5 miles
O'Reilly Auto Parts Shops & Services
4,773 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Pizza Hut Dining
1,969 visits/mo 0.1 miles

Demographics for 70443, LA

10,229
Population
3,321
Households
3.1
Avg Household Size
38
Median Age
18%
College-Educated
74%
High-School Grad
76.2 sq mi
ZIP Area
134
Density / Sq Mi
$59,333
Median Household Income
$36,242
Median Earnings
$953
Median Rent
$145,700
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?
Mixed-use property - Historic two-level property combines commercial space below with a redesigned apartment floor plan upstairs.
Where is this mixed-use property located?
The property is located at 489 W Railroad Ave Independence, LA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $109,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Approximately 2,270 square feet across two levels; Approximately 1,100 sf of ground‑floor commercial space; Historic masonry storefront on 2 city lots
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