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LOF Xpress Oil Change Auto Shop
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520 S Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010

Brand-new automotive service property with a 10-year sale-leaseback structure in Ames, Iowa.

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Days on Market141

Property Features for 520 S Duff Ave

General Information

Standard status Pending
Property subtype Retail
Listing Agency: Ferguson Commercial Real Estate Services
Listed By: Mitch Phillips · License #IA S64684000
Source: Crexi
Added: Apr 12 Changed: Aug 29 Last Checked: Aug 29 at 6:04PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This brand-new automotive service property operates as a LOF Xpress oil-change facility in Ames, Iowa. The business originated in Ames in 2010, and this location represents the company’s third store in the region’s documented expansion timeline.

The property is positioned at 520 S Duff Ave and benefits from a Walmart anchor on Duff Avenue. Iowa State University is located in Ames, adding established institutional context to the market. The offering is structured as a 10-year sale leaseback, combining an operating automotive use with a defined lease term.

Key Highlights

  • Brand‑new LOF Xpress oil‑change facility
  • 10‑year sale leaseback structure
  • Located at 520 S Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010

Property Analytics

Current Use

LOF-Xpress™ Oil Change ... Auto Repair Shop

Suggested Use

Top Pick HVAC Service (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Florist Carpet & Flooring Store Grocery & Convenience Store Barber Shop

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

918
Businesses Nearby
576k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Well-served
Demand for This Use

Foot Traffic Nearby

Dining 40% Superstores 18% Shops & Services 13% Apparel 10%
Target Superstores
103,137 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Chick-fil-A Dining
50,827 visits/mo 0.3 miles
T.J. Maxx Apparel
48,194 visits/mo 0.5 miles
McDonald's Dining
34,578 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Aldi Groceries
33,341 visits/mo 0.1 miles

Demographics for 50010, IA

32,552
Population
14,732
Households
2.2
Avg Household Size
30
Median Age
59%
College-Educated
98%
High-School Grad
60.3 sq mi
ZIP Area
540
Density / Sq Mi
$65,701
Median Household Income
$27,672
Median Earnings
$981
Median Rent
$243,200
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Midwest region

8% 2020
7.3% 2021
6.5% 2022
6% 2023
5.7% 2024
6.3% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Auto shop - Brand-new automotive service property with a 10-year sale-leaseback structure in Ames, Iowa.
Where is this auto shop located?
The property is located at 520 S Duff Ave Ames, IA.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Brand‑new LOF Xpress oil‑change facility; 10‑year sale leaseback structure; Located at 520 S Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010
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