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9-Bay Auto Service Center
For Sale
$850,000

5212 Preston Hwy, Louisville, KY 40213

Service-center improvements include lift-equipped work areas, conditioned offices, equipment storage, and on-site parking.

Property Size5,446 SF
Price / SF$156.08
Days on Market122

Property Features for 5212 Preston Hwy

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 5,446 SF
Property subtype Other
Zoning C2

Additional Details

Service Bays 9

Amenities

Challenge Lifts
new heat unit
air conditioned offices
mini split units
shelving
tooling

Building Details

Buildings 1
Listing Agency: Commercial Acquisition Brokers
Listed By: Mark Suna
Source: Kcrea.resimplifi
Added: Jun 16 Changed: Oct 4 Last Checked: Oct 14 at 7:41PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This auto service property at 5212 Preston Hwy includes a garage configured with 9 work bays and 3 fully functional Challenge Lifts. The building also provides 2 air-conditioned offices, each served by new mini-split units, along with shelving and various tooling that remain with the property. A new heat unit serves one section of the facility.

The property is zoned C2 and includes parking for customers, employees, and service operations. Its existing combination of automotive work areas, office space, equipment, and parking supports continued use as an auto service center.

Key Highlights

  • 9 work bays configured for automotive service
  • 3 fully functional Challenge Lifts
  • 2 air‑conditioned offices with new mini‑split units

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$62,787
Cap Rate
7.39%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$1,255,740 $1.3M
Cap Rate 7%
$896,957 $897.0K
Cap Rate 9%
$697,633 $697.6K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 5,446 SF
Gross rent
$98.0K $18.00/SF
− Vacancy
−$8.3K −$1.53/SF
EGI
$89.7K $16.47/SF
− OpEx
−$26.9K −$4.94/SF
NOI
$62.8K $11.53/SF
Area
Louisville, KY
Vacancy
8.50%
Lease Rate
$18.00 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$1,255,740
Cap Rate 7%
$896,957
Cap Rate 9%
$697,633

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Retail
$897.0K
$784.8K – $1.05M (±1% cap)
NOI $62,787 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.39%
Second Best
Industrial
$465.6K
$407.4K – $543.2K (±1% cap)
NOI $32,594 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.83%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$1.41M
$1.24M – $1.65M (±1% cap)
NOI $98,812 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 11.62%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities. How Realmo checks its estimates

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Current Use

Preston Radiator Inc Auto Parts Store

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Law Firm Grocery & Convenience Store Storage Facility Pharmacy Gym & Fitness Center

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

9
Service bays

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

534
Businesses Nearby
111k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Well-served
Demand for This Use

Foot Traffic Nearby

Shops & Services 50% Dining 38% Apparel 6% Home Improvements & Furnishings 5%
Ollie's Bargain Outlet Shops & Services
19,152 visits/mo 0.4 miles
McDonald's Dining
17,630 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Circle K Shops & Services
16,087 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen Dining
12,353 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Thorntons Shops & Services
8,186 visits/mo 0.1 miles

Demographics for 40213, KY

16,698
Population
7,730
Households
2.2
Avg Household Size
38
Median Age
25%
College-Educated
90%
High-School Grad
9.6 sq mi
ZIP Area
1,739
Density / Sq Mi
$60,734
Median Household Income
$38,595
Median Earnings
$952
Median Rent
$169,000
Median Home Value
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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Louisville, KY

5.4% 2019
5.4% 2020
4.7% 2021
4.8% 2022
5.1% 2023
4.2% 2024
4.8% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Auto shop - Service-center improvements include lift-equipped work areas, conditioned offices, equipment storage, and on-site parking.
Where is this auto shop located?
The property is located at 5212 Preston Hwy Louisville, KY.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $850,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 9 work bays configured for automotive service; 3 fully functional Challenge Lifts; 2 air‑conditioned offices with new mini‑split units
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