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Storage Facility on Highly Traveled Road
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$325,000

77 W Water St, Smithsburg, MD 21783

Six-bay storage facility, formerly a car wash, near I-70.

Property Size2,500 SF
Price / SF$130
Days on Market312

Property Features for 77 W Water St

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 2,500 SF

Building Details

Year Built 2006
Listing Agency: Samson Properties
Listed By: Roland M Layman · License #650764
Source: Thecazagroup
Added: Nov 28, 2025 Changed: Sep 8 Last Checked: Sep 8 at 5:36AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This property features six bays and a storage container, currently operating as a storage facility. Previously used as a car and truck wash, the property consists entirely of blacktop. The site could be converted back to a car wash or potentially adapted for office space, either as a group of offices or individual units. It is located on a highly traveled road, close to Smithsburg and Route 64, and is situated minutes from I-70. The property presents an opportunity for various business uses.

Key Highlights

  • Six storage bays plus a storage container provide immediate rental income potential.
  • High‑traffic location offers excellent visibility and accessibility.
  • Proximity to Smithsburg, Rt. 64, and I‑70 enhances convenience for customers.

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$27,375
Cap Rate
8.42%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$547,500 $547.5K
Cap Rate 7%
$391,071 $391.1K
Cap Rate 9%
$304,167 $304.2K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 2,500 SF
Gross rent
$42.6K $17.04/SF
− Vacancy
−$3.5K −$1.40/SF
EGI
$39.1K $15.64/SF
− OpEx
−$11.7K −$4.69/SF
NOI
$27.4K $10.95/SF
Area
Washington County, MD
Vacancy
8.20%
Lease Rate
$17.04 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$547,500
Cap Rate 7%
$391,071
Cap Rate 9%
$304,167

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Retail
$391.1K
$342.2K – $456.3K (±1% cap)
NOI $27,375 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 8.42%
Second Best
Specialty Retail
$362.0K
$316.8K – $422.4K (±1% cap)
NOI $25,341 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.80%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$554.6K
$485.2K – $647.0K (±1% cap)
NOI $38,819 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 11.94%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

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Current Use

Oversize Storage Smithsburg Storage Facility

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Building Supply Dental Office Big Box & Wholesale Store Law Firm Auto Repair Shop

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

149
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 21783, MD

9,306
Population
3,952
Households
2.4
Avg Household Size
42
Median Age
21%
College-Educated
90%
High-School Grad
47.6 sq mi
ZIP Area
196
Density / Sq Mi
$96,055
Median Household Income
$50,817
Median Earnings
$1,060
Median Rent
$330,100
Median Home Value
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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Industrial in South region

6% 2019
6.5% 2020
4% 2021
3.5% 2022
6% 2023
7.6% 2024
7.9% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Self storage facility - Six-bay storage facility, formerly a car wash, near I-70.
Where is this self storage facility located?
The property is located at 77 W Water St Smithsburg, MD.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $325,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Six storage bays plus a storage container provide immediate rental income potential.; High‑traffic location offers excellent visibility and accessibility.; Proximity to Smithsburg, Rt. 64, and I‑70 enhances convenience for customers.
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