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6485 Merchants Dr, Laotto, IN 46763

Front showroom and office areas complement expansive warehouse space with multiple loading options.

Property Size38,698 SF
Lot Size5.00 Acres
Days on Market142

Property Features for 6485 Merchants Dr

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 38,698 SF
Lot size 5.00 Acres
Property subtype Industrial

Warehouse & Industrial

Clear Height 31 ft
Clear Span Yes
Warehouse Space 33,064 SF
Office Build-Out 5,634 SF
Dock-High Doors 2
Drive-In Doors 3

Additional Details

Highway Access Yes

Building Details

Buildings 1
Building Size 38,698 SF
Listing Agency: Sturges Property Group
Listed By: Andrew Eckert · License #RB14049106
Source: Crexi
Added: Apr 13 Changed: Aug 31 Last Checked: Aug 31 at 2:33AM

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 Sturges Property Group

Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This 38,698-square-foot distribution facility occupies 5 acres and combines customer-facing and operational areas within one building. The front section contains approximately 5,634 square feet of showroom and office space, while 33,064 square feet is dedicated to distribution. The warehouse has a column-free layout with 31-foot clear heights, supporting vertical storage configurations. Vehicle access includes two drive-through overhead doors and one smaller overhead door, supplemented by two 9’ x 10’ dock doors on the south side.

Located at 6485 Merchants Drive in LaOtto Business Park, the property sits half a block west of SR 3/Lima Road, with access to SR 3 and SR 205. The facility is 16 miles north of Fort Wayne and approximately 6 miles from I-69, with Kendallville, Auburn, and Columbia City also within a short drive.

Key Highlights

  • 38,698 SF distribution facility on 5 acres
  • Approximately 5,634 SF of showroom and office space
  • 33,064 SF distribution area with a column‑free layout

Property Analytics

Current Use

Airsoft Plex (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Paintball Plex Gym & Fitness Center TradeMyGun (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store

Suggested Use

Top Pick Plumbing Service Grocery & Convenience Store Dental Office Kitchen & Bath Showroom Electrical Service Building Supply

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

31 ft
Clear height
2
Dock-high doors
3
Drive-in doors
Yes
Highway access

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

66
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 46763, IN

1,702
Population
523
Households
3.3
Avg Household Size
47
Median Age
20%
College-Educated
97%
High-School Grad
24.8 sq mi
ZIP Area
69
Density / Sq Mi
$98,603
Median Household Income
$53,614
Median Earnings
$260,800
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Industrial in Midwest region

4.4% 2019
4.9% 2020
3.6% 2021
3.1% 2022
4.6% 2023
5% 2024
4.9% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Distribution center - Front showroom and office areas complement expansive warehouse space with multiple loading options.
Where is this distribution center located?
The property is located at 6485 Merchants Dr Laotto, IN.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 38,698 SF distribution facility on 5 acres; Approximately 5,634 SF of showroom and office space; 33,064 SF distribution area with a column‑free layout
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