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Freestanding Round Retail/Office Building
For Sale
$525,000

738 Merrimon Avenue, Asheville, NC 28804

SINGLE_FAMILY - Asheville, NC

Property Size2,210 SF
Lot Size0.13 Acres
Price / SF$237.56
Days on Market538

Property Features for 738 Merrimon Avenue

General Information

Property type Residential
Property subtype Retail
Zoning description CBII
Rooms Basement
Parking 5
Basement Storage Space
Standard status Active
APN 9740-30-8932-00000
Lot size 0.13 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Description DIST:9 CITY/MUNI/TWP:CITY OF ASHEVILLE DEED DATE:03/15/2016 DEED:5405-0453 SUBDIV:JW NICHOLS PROP LOT:PT LT 5 PLAT:0001-0036 MAP REF:MB 1 PG 36
Legal Description DIST:9 CITY/MUNI/TWP:CITY OF ASHEVILLE DEED DATE:03/15/2016 DEED:5405-0453 SUBDIV:JW NICHOLS PROP LOT:PT LT 5 PLAT:0001-0036 MAP REF:MB 1 PG 36

Utilities

Sewer type Public Sewer
Heating system Central
Cooling system Central Air

Building Details

Year built 2000
Listing Agency: EXP Realty LLC
Listed By: Dora Liao · License #292604
Added: Feb 7, 2025 Changed: Jun 30 Last Checked: Jul 30 at 8:06PM
MLS# 4220017

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This freestanding, round commercial building was built in 2000 and offers approximately 2,210 square feet of versatile interior space. The property sits on a 0.13-acre lot and is described as highly visible, with excellent frontage along the frontage corridor. The layout is intended to support multiple commercial uses, including retail or office.

Located on Merrimon Avenue in North Asheville, the building benefits from a high-traffic setting and convenient access to the broader Asheville area. Public remarks note proximity to major nearby amenities including Ingles Market, the U.S. Post Office, and Truist Bank, with access to downtown Asheville and I-240.

For tenants, buyers, or operators seeking a standalone location with adaptable space for retail or office, this property offers a distinctive freestanding presence and direct street frontage. Its visibility and convenient access to established amenities along Merrimon Avenue can support a wide range of day-to-day business needs. Please contact the listing agent for additional details on the space and fit for your specific use.

Key Highlights

  • High‑traffic location on Merrimon Avenue in North Asheville.
  • Freestanding, unique round building with high visibility.
  • Versatile 2,210 sq ft space suitable for retail, office, or investment.

Financial Insights For Office B

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 $56.0k $25.32
− Vacancy −$1.3k −$0.58
EGI $54.7k $24.74
− OpEx −$13.7k −$6.18
NOI $41.0k $18.55
2,210 SF · lease $25.32/SF/yr · vacancy 2.30% · expense 25.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Office B
$585.8K
$512.5K – $683.4K (±1% cap)
NOI $41,003 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.81%
Second Best
Retail
$370.2K
$323.9K – $431.9K (±1% cap)
NOI $25,913 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.94%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$698.8K
$611.5K – $815.3K (±1% cap)
NOI $48,918 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 9.32%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Storefront properties

Suggested Use

Top Pick HVAC Service Building Supply Computer & Electronic Repair Plumbing Service (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Auto Parts Store

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

Yes
Highway access

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

2,513
Businesses Nearby
Balanced
Demand for This Use

Demographics for 28804, NC

23,964
Population
11,716
Households
2
Avg Household Size
44
Median Age
60%
College-Educated
93%
High-School Grad
28.7 sq mi
ZIP Area
835
Density / Sq Mi
$79,709
Median Household Income
$37,169
Median Earnings
$1,399
Median Rent
$528,500
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Office in South region

14.4% 2019
16.4% 2020
17.3% 2021
18% 2022
18.6% 2023
20.3% 2024
20.2% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Storefront property - Versatile freestanding round building on a high-traffic commercial corridor with strong frontage and adaptable retail or office use.
Where is this storefront property located?
The property is located at 738 Merrimon Avenue Asheville, NC.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $525,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: High‑traffic location on Merrimon Avenue in North Asheville.; Freestanding, unique round building with high visibility.; Versatile 2,210 sq ft space suitable for retail, office, or investment.
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