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Restaurant With Commercial Kitchen
New
For Sale
$575,000

5220 N Fm 493 Highway, Donna, TX 78537

COMMERCIAL - Donna, TX

Property Size2,160 SF
Lot Size2.00 Acres
Price / SF$266.20
Days on Market2

Property Features for 5220 N Fm 493 Highway

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Parking 32
Security features Security Lighting
Exterior features BBQ Pit/Grill, Workshop
Appliances Electric Water Heater
Subdivision La Blanca B
Directions Exit on FM 493.( Salinas),head North for about 1.8 miles. As soon as you pass Mile 10 1/2, it will be the second building to the right.
Standard status Active
APN L045000022000006
Size 2,160 SF
Lot size 2.00 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year 2025
Tax Annual Amount 5071

Utilities

Heating system Electric (Heating), Central
Cooling system Electric, Central Air

Amenities

commercial kitchen
hand car wash/detailing service area

Building Details

Year built 1977
Floors in Building 1
Building materials Block
Roof type Metal
Additional Structures Workshop
Listing Agency: BIG Realty
Listed By: Victor Fuentes · License #574075
Added: Aug 3 Last Checked: Aug 4 at 4:06AM
MLS# 511224

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This 2,160-square-foot restaurant property occupies approximately 2 acres and includes a commercial kitchen, restaurant furniture, and a separate hand car wash and detailing area. New kitchen appliances and a new ice machine are included. The building was constructed in 1977 with block construction, a metal roof, central air conditioning, and central electric heating. Exterior improvements include a BBQ pit or grill and a workshop.

The property is located at 5220 N FM 493 Highway in Donna, directly along FM 493 with access for customers and ample parking. Its existing restaurant and automotive-service components provide two distinct commercial functions within the same property. Additional features include an electric water heater and electric cooling.

Key Highlights

  • Approximately 2 acres of commercial property
  • 2,160 SF restaurant building constructed in 1977
  • Commercial kitchen includes new appliances and a new ice machine

Financial Insights For Specialty Retail

Simulate Cap Rate and NOI

NOI Build-Up
Vacancy
income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year — subtracted from gross rent.
EGI (Effective Gross Income)
gross rent minus vacancy losses — the realistic income before paying operating costs.
OpEx (Operating Expenses)
recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management) — excludes financing and capital improvements.
NOI (Net Operating Income)
income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.

Component $ $/SF
Gross rent $44.3k $20.52
− Vacancy −$2.5k −$1.17
EGI $41.8k $19.35
− OpEx −$10.4k −$4.84
NOI $31.3k $14.51
2,160 SF · lease $20.52/SF/yr · vacancy 5.70% · expense 25.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Specialty Retail
$447.8K
$391.9K – $522.5K (±1% cap)
NOI $31,348 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.45%
Second Best
Retail
$416.6K
$364.6K – $486.1K (±1% cap)
NOI $29,165 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.07%
Theoretical Best
Hotel Hospitality
$1.63M
$1.42M – $1.90M (±1% cap)
NOI $113,886 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 19.81%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Conventional restaurants

Lease Details

Yes
Paved road access

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

10
Businesses Nearby
Well-served
Demand for This Use

Demographics for 78537, TX

51,962
Population
16,683
Households
3.1
Avg Household Size
28
Median Age
10%
College-Educated
54%
High-School Grad
57.6 sq mi
ZIP Area
902
Density / Sq Mi
$36,331
Median Household Income
$20,354
Median Earnings
$744
Median Rent
$74,700
Median Home Value

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
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Conventional restaurant - Includes a hand car wash area, restaurant furnishings, and new kitchen equipment for immediate commercial use.
Where is this conventional restaurant located?
The property is located at 5220 N Fm 493 Highway Donna, TX.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $575,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Approximately 2 acres of commercial property; 2,160 SF restaurant building constructed in 1977; Commercial kitchen includes new appliances and a new ice machine
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