Professional Office
For Sale
$1,200,000
5500 Watermelon Road, Northport, AL 35473
CommercialSale, Northport, AL
Property Size3,956 SF
Lot Size0.85 Acres
Price / SF$303.34
Days on Market47
Property Features for 5500 Watermelon Road
General Information
Property type
Commercial Sale
Property subtype
Office
Security features
Security
Exterior features
Landscaping, SecurityLighting
Directions
From McFarland Boulevard in Northport, turn onto Watermelon Road and continue to 5500 Watermelon Road. The property will be located along Watermelon Road with convenient access from Highway 82.
Subdivision
(08) North Tuscaloosa County
Standard status
Active
APN
20-07-35-4-001-020.001
Size
3,956 SF
Lot size
0.85 Acres
Taxes and HOA fees
Tax Description
Lot 1 William D Elmore Prop.
Tax Annual Amount
2772
Legal Description
Lot 1 William D Elmore Prop.
Utilities
Heating system
Central, Electric (Heating)
Cooling system
Central Air
Amenities
tornado safe room
kitchen/break area
reception
Building Details
Number of units
1
Building materials
Brick
Roof type
Metal
Listing Agency:
Keller Williams Hoover · Keller Williams Realty
(205) 822-2272
Listed By:
Abby Pate
(205) 913-6001
Added: Sep 9
Changed: Oct 16
Last Checked: Oct 25 at 5:06PM
MLS# 177352
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This 3,956-square-foot office building provides a substantial professional layout with 13 private offices and a separate open office area. Interior features include a reception area, kitchen and break space, bathrooms, and a tornado safe room. Crown molding and other finished details are incorporated throughout the building.
The property occupies 0.85 acres on Watermelon Road in Northport, with access to Highway 82 and Tuscaloosa. Exterior improvements include landscaping and security lighting. The brick building has a metal roof, central air conditioning, and central electric heating.
The property occupies 0.85 acres on Watermelon Road in Northport, with access to Highway 82 and Tuscaloosa. Exterior improvements include landscaping and security lighting. The brick building has a metal roof, central air conditioning, and central electric heating.
Key Highlights
- 3,956 SF office building on 0.85 acres
- 13 individual private offices plus a separate open office area
- Reception, kitchen/break area, bathrooms, and tornado safe room
Financial Insights
Estimated NOI and Cap Rate
NOI / Yr
$45,822
Cap Rate
3.82%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$916,440
$916.4K
Cap Rate 7%
$654,600
$654.6K
Cap Rate 9%
$509,133
$509.1K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 3,956 SF
Gross rent
$78.3K $19.80/SF
− Vacancy
−$17.2K −$4.36/SF
EGI
$61.1K $15.44/SF
− OpEx
−$15.3K −$3.86/SF
NOI
$45.8K $11.58/SF
Area
Tuscaloosa County, AL
Vacancy
22.00%
Lease Rate
$19.80 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
25.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$916,440
Cap Rate 7%
$654,600
Cap Rate 9%
$509,133
Alternative Uses
Best Use
Office B
$654.6K
$572.8K – $763.7K
NOI $45,822 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.82%
Second Best
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no second resolved use
Theoretical Best
Office A
$950.7K
$831.8K – $1.11M
NOI $66,546 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.55%
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Yes
Highway access
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
113
Businesses Nearby
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Demographics for 35473, AL
17,888
Population
8,601
Households
2.1
Avg Household Size
38
Median Age
37%
College-Educated
90%
High-School Grad
25.8 sq mi
ZIP Area
693
Density / Sq Mi
$67,224
Median Household Income
$44,581
Median Earnings
$922
Median Rent
$249,900
Median Home Value
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Office building - Well-maintained professional workspace with private offices, open work area, reception, kitchen, and a tornado safe room.
Where is this office building located?
The property is located at 5500 Watermelon Road Northport, AL.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,200,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 3,956 SF office building on 0.85 acres; 13 individual private offices plus a separate open office area; Reception, kitchen/break area, bathrooms, and tornado safe room
