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M1-Zoned Flex Industrial Building

8474 South Colorado Street, Merrillville, IN 46410

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Vacant 37,000 SF flex industrial building on 1.82 acres, suited for owner-users or light industrial conversions.

Property Size37,000 SF
Lot Size1.82 Acres
Price / SF$108.11
Days on Market142

Property Features for 8474 South Colorado Street

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 37,000 SF
Class C
Lot size 1.82 Acres
Property subtype Industrial
Zoning C/I Building
Lease Type NNN
Investment Type Owner/User

Additional Details

Highway Access Yes

Building Details

Year Built 1976
Buildings 1
Stories 1
Tenancy Multi
Listing Agency: EXP Commercial
Listed By: John Mathewson
Source: Crexi
Added: Jun 22 Changed: Oct 25 Last Checked: Nov 8 at 6:56AM

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Investment Insights

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The offering is a 37,000-square-foot flex industrial building built in 1967, currently vacant and ready for an owner-user or operator to take occupancy. The property is located on 1.82 acres and is zoned M1, supporting light industrial activity including warehousing, distribution, contractor operations, and light manufacturing. Depending on the selected configuration, the space may also work for a multi-tenant flex conversion based on layout.

Situated in Merrillville’s established industrial corridor in Lake County, the building is positioned for connectivity to broader regional distribution routes, with access to the I-65 and US-30 corridors that serve northwest Indiana and the Chicago market. Tours are available by appointment.

From a tenant and operator standpoint, the vacancy and M1 zoning make this a practical fit for organizations that want flexibility in how they use and configure the space rather than working around an existing tenancy. The building-to-land ratio also provides room to consider outdoor storage, yard space, or additional parking aligned with the end use. Contact the listing broker to schedule a showing.

Key Highlights

  • Vacant 37,000 SF M1‑zoned flex industrial building built in 1976
  • Situated on 1.82 acres in Merrillville’s established industrial corridor (Lake County)
  • M1 zoning supports light industrial uses such as warehousing, distribution, contractor operations, and light manufacturing

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$260,652
Cap Rate
6.52%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$5,213,040 $5.2M
Cap Rate 7%
$3,723,600 $3.7M
Cap Rate 9%
$2,896,133 $2.9M
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 37,000 SF
Gross rent
$324.1K $8.76/SF
− Vacancy
−$17.5K −$0.47/SF
EGI
$306.6K $8.29/SF
− OpEx
−$46.0K −$1.24/SF
NOI
$260.7K $7.04/SF
Area
Lake County, IN
Vacancy
5.39%
Lease Rate
$8.76 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
15.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$5,213,040
Cap Rate 7%
$3,723,600
Cap Rate 9%
$2,896,133

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Warehouse
$3.72M
$3.26M – $4.34M (±1% cap)
NOI $260,652 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.52%
Second Best
Industrial
$3.07M
$2.68M – $3.58M (±1% cap)
NOI $214,655 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.37%
Theoretical Best
Specialty Retail
$10.33M
$9.04M – $12.05M (±1% cap)
NOI $723,026 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 18.08%
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Property Analytics

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Current Use

Evan’s Fresh Express Trucking Company

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Parking Lot & Garage HVAC Service Storage Facility Garden Center Home Appliance 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

213
Businesses Nearby
Well-served
Demand for This Use

Demographics for 46410, IN

39,471
Population
17,685
Households
2.2
Avg Household Size
39
Median Age
24%
College-Educated
93%
High-School Grad
30.1 sq mi
ZIP Area
1,311
Density / Sq Mi
$61,735
Median Household Income
$42,235
Median Earnings
$1,267
Median Rent
$192,100
Median Home Value
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Market

Average Price Trend$/SF for Flex space in Lake County, IN

$134 Jul
$103 Aug
$119 Sep
$116 Oct

Properties on Market for Flex space in Lake County

Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Flex space - Vacant 37,000 SF flex industrial building on 1.82 acres, suited for owner-users or light industrial conversions.
Where is this flex space located?
The property is located at 8474 South Colorado Street Merrillville, IN.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $4,000,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Vacant 37,000 SF M1‑zoned flex industrial building built in 1976; Situated on 1.82 acres in Merrillville’s established industrial corridor (Lake County); M1 zoning supports light industrial uses such as warehousing, distribution, contractor operations, and light manufacturing
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