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5604 Merchants Center Blvd, Knoxville, TN 37912

Freestanding restaurant building with walk-in cooler and freezer, plus 3-compartment sink and dining seating.

Property Size5,025 SF
Price / SF$298.51
Days on Market121

Property Features for 5604 Merchants Center Blvd

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 5,025 SF
Property subtype Retail

Site & Location

Traffic Count 17,743 vehicles/day
Highway Access Yes

Additional Details

Furnished Yes

Building Details

Buildings 1
Stories 1
Listing Agency: Southland commercial Group
Listed By: Raj Cheema · License #335652
Source: Crexi
Added: Jun 30 Changed: Oct 25 Last Checked: Oct 28 at 6:59AM

Displayed information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. All listing content including descriptions, pricing, images are the copyrighted material of Southland commercial Group

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Investment Insights

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This freestanding restaurant building totals 5,025 square feet and is offered for sale as a ready-to-operate space. The property includes key commercial kitchen equipment such as a walk-in cooler, walk-in freezer, and a 3-compartment sink. Dining features include tables, booths, and chairs.

The building is located in a high-traffic commercial corridor off I-75 near Merchant Drive. Reported traffic counts include 86,026 vehicles per day on I-75 and 17,743 vehicles per day on Merchant Drive (TDOT).

The current offering is described as a former IHOP location and is positioned among hotels, retail shops, and other commercial businesses.

Key Highlights

  • Freestanding restaurant building over 5,000 SF in the Merchant Drive commercial corridor just off I‑75
  • Restaurant equipment included: walk‑in cooler, walk‑in freezer, and 3‑compartment sink
  • Dining seating included with tables, booths, and chairs

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$84,220
Cap Rate
5.61%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$1,684,400 $1.7M
Cap Rate 7%
$1,203,143 $1.2M
Cap Rate 9%
$935,778 $935.8K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 5,025 SF
Gross rent
$117.6K $23.40/SF
− Vacancy
−$5.3K −$1.05/SF
EGI
$112.3K $22.35/SF
− OpEx
−$28.1K −$5.59/SF
NOI
$84.2K $16.76/SF
Area
Knoxville, TN
Vacancy
4.50%
Lease Rate
$23.40 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
25.00%
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Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$1,684,400
Cap Rate 7%
$1,203,143
Cap Rate 9%
$935,778

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Specialty Retail
$1.20M
$1.05M – $1.40M (±1% cap)
NOI $84,220 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.61%
Second Best
Industrial
$481.8K
$421.6K – $562.1K (±1% cap)
NOI $33,726 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 2.25%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$1.24M
$1.09M – $1.45M (±1% cap)
NOI $87,121 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.81%
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Current Use

IHOP Restaurant Pardon My Cheesesteak Courier Service TenderFix by Noah ... Restaurant

Suggested Use

Top Pick Building Supply Real Estate Agency Spa & Massage Center Electrical Service Skin Care Clinic 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

17,743 VPD
Traffic count
Yes
Highway access

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

533
Businesses Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use

Demographics for 37912, TN

22,313
Population
10,916
Households
2
Avg Household Size
36
Median Age
23%
College-Educated
88%
High-School Grad
10.6 sq mi
ZIP Area
2,105
Density / Sq Mi
$44,754
Median Household Income
$30,859
Median Earnings
$1,050
Median Rent
$185,600
Median Home Value
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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Knoxville, TN

4.6% 2019
5.5% 2020
4.5% 2021
4.3% 2022
4.2% 2023
4.2% 2024
5.1% 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Conventional restaurant - Freestanding restaurant building with walk-in cooler and freezer, plus 3-compartment sink and dining seating.
Where is this conventional restaurant located?
The property is located at 5604 Merchants Center Blvd Knoxville, TN.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,500,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Freestanding restaurant building over 5,000 SF in the Merchant Drive commercial corridor just off I‑75; Restaurant equipment included: walk‑in cooler, walk‑in freezer, and 3‑compartment sink; Dining seating included with tables, booths, and chairs
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