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    5478 W 38th Ave Wheat, Denver, CO 80212

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    $825,000

    Corner infill parcel zoned C-1, offering existing curb cut and automotive-permitted development options.

    Type:Schools/Education
    Lot size:
    0.35 Acres
    Added:
    Jun 3, 2026
    Days on Market:
    3
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    Jun 5 at 2:22 am

    Property Features for 5478 W 38th Ave Wheat

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Lot size
    0.35 Acres
    Property subtype
    Schools/Education

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1966

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    Sam Leger

    Listing agent Sam Leger

    Listing office Unique Properties, Inc

    Listing date Jun 3, 2026

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    HighLights

    • 0.35‑acre corner infill parcel at 5478 W 38th Ave in Wheat Ridge
    • Zoned C‑1, which permits automotive uses (different from MU‑N limitations)
    • Existing curb cut provides direct site access
    • One of the only parcels along W 38th Ave zoned C‑1
    • Area is within walking distance of Bardo Coffee, multiple brewpubs, and King Soopers

    Overview

    This developable infill land offering is positioned on a corner lot and includes an existing curb cut. The parcel is zoned C-1, supporting automotive uses when landscape buffer requirements are met, which can make it meaningfully different from MU-N zoning in the area. The site’s overall setup is geared toward ground-up development where access and zoning alignment are key considerations.

    Located in the heart of Wheat Ridge, the property is described as walkable to Bardo Coffee, multiple brewpubs, and grocery. It is less than a mile from Tennyson Street and approximately 3.5 miles from downtown Denver. The surrounding corridor along W 38th Ave has seen multiple completed developments, and additional residential construction is underway nearby. The parcel is identified as one of the only W 38th Ave sites zoned C-1.

    For investors and developers evaluating automotive-capable C-1 sites, this property provides a straightforward foundation with an existing curb cut and zoning that accommodates automotive uses with required landscaping buffers. Its proximity to established retail and service brands, including Bank of America, Advance Auto Parts, and King Soopers, may support tenant and customer access for a range of C-1-compatible concepts.
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    Current Use by Public Records

    Big Irv's Car ... Car Wash

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Law Firm Restaurant Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Gym & Fitness Center Auto Repair Shop

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

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    City
    Denver
    County
    Arapahoe
    State
    Colorado
    Longitude
    -105.0563714
    Latitude
    39.7690628

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Commercial land - Corner infill parcel zoned C-1, offering existing curb cut and automotive-permitted development options.
    Where is this commercial land located?
    The property is located at 5478 W 38th Ave Wheat Denver, CO.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $825,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: 0.35‑acre corner infill parcel at 5478 W 38th Ave in Wheat Ridge; Zoned C‑1, which permits automotive uses (different from MU‑N limitations); Existing curb cut provides direct site access
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    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

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    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

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    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
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    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • 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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    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
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    Cap Rate = 9.97%

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    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • 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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