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    517 Lewis Dr, Carolina Beach, NC 28428

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    237-unit self-storage facility in Carolina Beach, North Carolina.

    Type:Business for Sale, Self Storage
    Property size:
    25,720 SF
    Price / SF:
    $126/SF
    Added:
    Mar 8, 2026
    Days on Market:
    65
    Last Refresh:
    Mar 16 at 3:30 pm

    Property Features for 517 Lewis Dr

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    25,720 SF
    Property subtype
    Business for Sale, Self Storage

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    Listing Contact
    Trina Thomas
    Trina Thomas

    Listing agent Trina Thomas License #239842

    Listing office Keller Williams Realty

    Listing date Mar 8, 2026

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    HighLights

    • Income‑producing self‑storage facility in a high‑demand coastal location (Carolina Beach/Pleasure Island, NC).
    • 237 units totaling ±25,720 SF of rentable storage space.
    • Value‑add potential through rental rate adjustments and operational improvements.
    • On‑site management office with a one‑bedroom apartment for owner/operator or additional rental income.
    • Fully fenced and secured with video surveillance.
    • Not located in a flood zone.

    Overview

    This self-storage facility in Carolina Beach, North Carolina, presents a coastal investment opportunity. The property features 237 units, totaling approximately 25,720 square feet of rentable storage space, and has been family owned and operated for over 20 years. The facility consists of 8 storage buildings with units of various sizes. It is fully fenced and secured with video surveillance cameras and is not located in a flood zone. The property is strategically positioned near residential neighborhoods and local businesses, benefiting from strong storage demand driven by population growth, seasonal visitors, and second-home owners in the Carolina Beach and Pleasure Island area. The location offers visibility and convenient access on and off the island. The property includes an on-site management office with a reception area, along with a one-bedroom apartment upstairs complete with appliances. This allows an owner/operator the opportunity to live on site and manage the facility, or lease the apartment to generate additional rental income. The facility serves the growing Pleasure Island market.
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    Current Use by Public Records

    Pleasure Island Mini ... Storage Facility

    Suggested Use

    Restaurant Real Estate Agency Law Firm Building Supply Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Big Box & Wholesale Store Auto Repair Shop Hair Salon Nail Salon

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Location Insight

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    City
    Carolina Beach
    County
    New Hanover
    State
    North Carolina
    Longitude
    -77.8990695
    Latitude
    34.0511999

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Self storage facility - 237-unit self-storage facility in Carolina Beach, North Carolina.
    Where is this self storage facility located?
    The property is located at 517 Lewis Dr Carolina Beach, NC.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $3,250,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Income‑producing self‑storage facility in a high‑demand coastal location (Carolina Beach/Pleasure Island, NC).; **237 units totaling ±25,720 SF of rentable storage space.**; Value‑add potential through rental rate adjustments and operational improvements.
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    Real Estate License ID: 239842
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    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

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    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

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