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Historic Mixed-Use Building
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$425,000

500 Garrison Ave, Fort Smith, AR 72901

Two-story property combines a restaurant, leased apartments, and unfinished upper-level space.

Property Size6,158 SF
Price / SF$69.02
Days on Market92

Property Features for 500 Garrison Ave

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 6,158 SF

Additional Details

Road Access Yes
Multifamily Units 2

Building Details

Buildings 1
Stories 2
Tenancy Multi
Listing Agency: O'Neal Real Estate
Listed By: Aaron O'Neal
Source: Thebesthomeprice
Added: Jul 18 Changed: Sep 15 Last Checked: Oct 7 at 1:43PM

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Investment Insights

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This two-story mixed-use building contains 6,158 square feet under roof and combines restaurant, residential, and future buildout components. The main level is occupied by an established restaurant, while two apartments are leased. The unfinished second floor provides additional interior area for a future buildout, subject to applicable approvals.

Located at 500 Garrison Avenue in downtown Fort Smith, the property retains original architectural elements, including exposed brick, vintage woodwork, tall ceilings, and large windows. Flexible-use zoning supports the property's mixed commercial and residential configuration. The combination of existing occupants and unfinished upper-level space creates a distinct downtown ownership profile.

Key Highlights

  • 6,158 square feet under roof in a two‑story mixed‑use building
  • Established restaurant occupies the main level
  • Two leased apartments provide existing residential occupancy

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$36,467
Cap Rate
8.58%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$729,340 $729.3K
Cap Rate 7%
$520,957 $521.0K
Cap Rate 9%
$405,189 $405.2K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 6,158 SF
Gross rent
$71.7K $11.64/SF
− Vacancy
−$5.4K −$0.87/SF
EGI
$66.3K $10.77/SF
− OpEx
−$29.8K −$4.85/SF
NOI
$36.5K $5.92/SF
Area
Sebastian County, AR
Vacancy
7.50%
Lease Rate
$11.64 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
45.00%
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Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$729,340
Cap Rate 7%
$520,957
Cap Rate 9%
$405,189

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Specialty Retail
$924.4K
$808.8K – $1.08M (±1% cap)
NOI $64,705 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 15.22%
Second Best
Mixed Use
$743.4K
$650.5K – $867.4K (±1% cap)
NOI $52,041 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 12.24%
Theoretical Best
Healthcare Medical
$1.31M
$1.15M – $1.53M (±1% cap)
NOI $91,712 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 21.58%
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Current Use

5th Street Cafe Restaurant

Suggested Use

Top Pick Grocery & Convenience Store HVAC Service (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Locksmith Bakery Pet Grooming Service

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

2
Residential units
Multi-tenant
Tenancy
Yes
Paved road access

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

1,077
Businesses Nearby
19k
Monthly Visits Nearby

Foot Traffic Nearby

Shops & Services 68% Hotels & Casinos 32%
Courtyard Fort Smith Downtown Hotels & Casinos
5,964 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Valero Energy Shops & Services
4,908 visits/mo 0.0 miles
Regions Bank Shops & Services
3,376 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Arvest Bank Shops & Services
2,692 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Valero Energy Shops & Services
1,878 visits/mo 0.5 miles

Demographics for 72901, AR

20,973
Population
10,337
Households
2
Avg Household Size
37
Median Age
21%
College-Educated
81%
High-School Grad
8.7 sq mi
ZIP Area
2,411
Density / Sq Mi
$42,568
Median Household Income
$30,582
Median Earnings
$837
Median Rent
$113,200
Median Home Value
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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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Mixed-use property - Two-story property combines a restaurant, leased apartments, and unfinished upper-level space.
Where is this mixed-use property located?
The property is located at 500 Garrison Ave Fort Smith, AR.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $425,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 6,158 square feet under roof in a two‑story mixed‑use building; Established restaurant occupies the main level; Two leased apartments provide existing residential occupancy
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