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Metal Commercial Building with Apartment
For Sale
$430,000

512 RAPIDES Drive, Natchitoches, LA 71457

Metal commercial building with two large open rooms, a private office, and a rear living apartment.

Property Size3,750 SF
Price / SF$114.67
Days on Market300

Property Features for 512 RAPIDES Drive

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 3,750 SF
Property subtype General Commercial

Additional Details

Road Access Yes

Amenities

3
B2
Parking.
Lot.
Rectangular
80,320,115,305
Rectangular.

Building Details

Year Built 1996
Listing Agency: Bernard Realty
Listed By: John Bernard · License #GCLRA:995701219
Source: Xome
Added: Oct 29, 2025 Changed: Aug 24 Last Checked: Aug 23 at 5:11AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Located at 512 Rapides Dr in Natchitoches, LA, this versatile metal commercial building offers a mixed-use configuration with a living apartment at the rear. Interior features include two very large open rooms, which can support retail, showroom, or studio-style use, along with a private office, bathroom, and changing area for staff and customer convenience.

The property is described as having excellent road frontage with constant drive-by exposure, supporting visibility for businesses seeking regular public attention.

The layout combines flexible front-of-building open space with dedicated back-of-house amenities and an additional residential unit, making it suitable for an owner-operator who wants on-site living or for generating rental income through the rear apartment, as described in the public remarks.

Key Highlights

  • Metal commercial building with two very large open rooms for retail, showroom, or studio use
  • Includes a private office and bathroom, plus a changing area
  • Rear living apartment adds flexibility for manager housing or potential rental income

Property Analytics

Current Use

Riddell All-American Sports (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store

Suggested Use

Top Pick Building Supply Real Estate Agency Auto Repair Shop Kitchen & Bath Showroom Electrical Service HVAC 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

Yes
Paved road access

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

235
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 71457, LA

25,506
Population
12,086
Households
2.1
Avg Household Size
37
Median Age
29%
College-Educated
89%
High-School Grad
269.7 sq mi
ZIP Area
95
Density / Sq Mi
$47,410
Median Household Income
$34,458
Median Earnings
$801
Median Rent
$194,200
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Office in South region

14.4% 2019
16.4% 2020
17.3% 2021
18% 2022
18.6% 2023
20.3% 2024
20.2% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Live-work space - Metal commercial building with two large open rooms, a private office, and a rear living apartment.
Where is this live-work space located?
The property is located at 512 RAPIDES Drive Natchitoches, LA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $430,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Metal commercial building with two very large open rooms for retail, showroom, or studio use; Includes a private office and bathroom, plus a changing area; Rear living apartment adds flexibility for manager housing or potential rental income
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