Drive-Through Restaurant Turnkey
For Sale
$420,000
4951 N Fm 493, Donna, TX 78537
COMMERCIAL - Donna, TX
Property Size1,600 SF
Lot Size0.69 Acres
Price / SF$262.50
Days on Market35
Property Features for 4951 N Fm 493
General Information
Property type
Commercial Sale
Property subtype
Other
Parking
16
Parking features
Special Needs
Security features
Security System
Appliances
Water Heater (Propane or Butane)
Subdivision
Santa Clara
Directions
Coming from Interstate 2. Exit on FM 493. Turn Left and head North for about 4-5 minutes (1.8 miles). As soon as you are passing the Julians Adame Elementary School the location should be to your left hand side, corner of N FM 493 and Santa Clara Street.
Standard status
Active
APN
S153300000001400
Size
1,600 SF
Lot size
0.69 Acres
Taxes and HOA fees
Tax Year
2025
Tax Annual Amount
6323
Utilities
Heating system
Central
Cooling system
Central Air
Amenities
drive-thru
Building Details
Year built
2019
Floors in Building
1
Building materials
Stucco
Roof type
Metal
Listing Agency:
eXp Realty LLC
(888) 519-7431
Listed By:
Oscar Canales
(956) 900-5683
Added: Jul 2
Changed: Aug 4
Last Checked: Aug 5 at 8:06PM
MLS# 503420
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
This commercial property at 4951 N FM 493 in Donna, Texas is a well-maintained restaurant site that is currently operating and functioning at 100%. Built to accommodate a variety of business uses, the setup supports both dine-in service and drive-thru operations, with features designed for smooth customer flow and multi-vehicle access. The property includes 1,600 square feet of space on a 0.6879-acre lot, giving operators a manageable footprint for restaurant service and related concepts.
The property is positioned in a high-traffic area on N FM 493, providing visibility and accessibility for customers approaching from multiple directions. It is designed to accommodate multiple vehicles, which is particularly useful for businesses that rely on convenient on-site parking and fast service, whether patrons choose to stay on-site or use the drive-thru.
For tenants, buyers, or owner-operators looking for a restaurant-ready option, this turnkey site offers an immediately operational foundation with drive-thru capability and the flexibility to support more than one style of service. The listing also notes that owner financing is available, which may be relevant for qualified buyers evaluating an acquisition or transition to new ownership.
The property is positioned in a high-traffic area on N FM 493, providing visibility and accessibility for customers approaching from multiple directions. It is designed to accommodate multiple vehicles, which is particularly useful for businesses that rely on convenient on-site parking and fast service, whether patrons choose to stay on-site or use the drive-thru.
For tenants, buyers, or owner-operators looking for a restaurant-ready option, this turnkey site offers an immediately operational foundation with drive-thru capability and the flexibility to support more than one style of service. The listing also notes that owner financing is available, which may be relevant for qualified buyers evaluating an acquisition or transition to new ownership.
Key Highlights
- Commercial property built in 2019 at 4951 N FM 493 in Donna
- Central heating and central air conditioning
- Metal roof and stucco construction
Financial Insights For Specialty Retail
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
NOI Build-Up
- Vacancy
- income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year — subtracted from gross rent.
- EGI (Effective Gross Income)
- gross rent minus vacancy losses — the realistic income before paying operating costs.
- OpEx (Operating Expenses)
- recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management) — excludes financing and capital improvements.
- NOI (Net Operating Income)
- income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.
| Component | $ | $/SF |
|---|---|---|
| Gross rent | $32.8k | $20.52 |
| − Vacancy | −$1.9k | −$1.17 |
| EGI | $31.0k | $19.35 |
| − OpEx | −$7.7k | −$4.84 |
| NOI | $23.2k | $14.51 |
1,600 SF · lease $20.52/SF/yr · vacancy 5.70% · expense 25.00%
Alternative Uses
Best Use
Specialty Retail
$331.7K
$290.3K – $387.0K
NOI $23,220 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.53%
Second Best
—
—
no second resolved use
Theoretical Best
Hotel Hospitality
$1.21M
$1.05M – $1.41M
NOI $84,360 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 20.09%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.
Property Analytics
Property Profile
Current Use
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
604
Businesses Nearby
319k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Explore this area
Business Placement
Foot Traffic Nearby
Dining 53%
Shops & Services 42%
Apparel 3%
Electronics 2%
Circle K
Shops & Services
51,715 visits/mo
0.4 miles
McDonald's
Dining
43,178 visits/mo
0.3 miles
Murphy USA
Shops & Services
41,944 visits/mo
0.5 miles
Whataburger
Dining
37,065 visits/mo
0.3 miles
Chick-fil-A
Dining
36,355 visits/mo
0.4 miles
Demographics for 78537, TX
51,962
Population
16,683
Households
3.1
Avg Household Size
28
Median Age
10%
College-Educated
54%
High-School Grad
57.6 sq mi
ZIP Area
902
Density / Sq Mi
$36,331
Median Household Income
$20,354
Median Earnings
$744
Median Rent
$74,700
Median Home Value
Market
Vacancy Rate% for Retail in South region
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Drive through restaurant - Turnkey restaurant with drive-thru capability, designed for multiple vehicles, and currently operating at full functionality.
Where is this drive through restaurant located?
The property is located at 4951 N Fm 493 Donna, TX.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $420,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Commercial property built in 2019 at 4951 N FM 493 in Donna; Central heating and central air conditioning; Metal roof and stucco construction
