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    853 Merrimon Avenue, Asheville, NC 28804

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    $2,700,000

    Two parcels totaling 0.78 acres in desirable North Asheville.

    Type:Commercial
    Property size:
    8,975 SF
    Lot size:
    0.78 Acres
    Price / SF:
    $300/SF
    Added:
    Dec 16, 2025
    Days on Market:
    172
    Last Refresh:
    May 11 at 2:05 am

    Property Features for 853 Merrimon Avenue

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    8,975 SF
    Lot size
    0.78 Acres
    Property subtype
    Commercial

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1957

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    Listing Contact
    BILL STEIGERWALD
    BILL STEIGERWALD

    Listing agent BILL STEIGERWALD License #290959

    Listing office TESSIER ASSOCIATES

    Listing date Dec 16, 2025

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    HighLights

    • Prime location on Merrimon Avenue with high traffic (17,500 cars/day) and 130' of frontage.
    • Large .78 acre property consisting of two parcels, offering redevelopment or investment potential.
    • Located in the desirable Grace Neighborhood, one mile from downtown Asheville and 1/2 mile from UNC‑A.
    • Zoned CBII and RM, allowing for a multitude of uses including retail, office, and residential.
    • Pro forma suggests a 7.5% cap rate with spaces full at market rates.
    • Includes a 0.31 acre lot behind the building, providing ample surface parking.

    Overview

    This property consists of two parcels totaling 0.78 acres with 130 feet of frontage on the Merrimon corridor in North Asheville. It presents a redevelopment or investment opportunity with high traffic volume of 17,500 cars per day. The location is in the Grace Neighborhood, one mile from downtown Asheville and half a mile from UNC-A. Situated just south of the Beaver Dam and Asheville Country Club area, the location is known for walkability and proximity to downtown. The Grace Building is located on Merrimon Avenue. Pro forma suggests a cap rate of 7.5% with spaces full at market rates. There is surface parking, especially with the included 0.31 acre lot behind the building. The property is zoned CBII and RM, enabling uses such as retail, food and beverage, brewing, professional office, medical office, fitness, and art studios. There are 5500 residences within 1/2 mile of this location. The property contains 8975 square feet.

    Local 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 $227.2k $25.32
    − Vacancy −$5.2k −$0.58
    EGI $222.0k $24.74
    − OpEx −$55.5k −$6.18
    NOI $166.5k $18.55
    8,975 SF · lease $25.32/SF/yr · vacancy 2.30% · expense 25.00%

    Alternative Uses

    Best Use
    Office B
    $2.38M
    $2.08M – $2.78M (±1% cap)
    NOI $166,515 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.17%
    Second Best
    Specialty Retail
    $1.79M
    $1.57M – $2.09M (±1% cap)
    NOI $125,455 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.65%
    Theoretical Best
    Office A
    $2.84M
    $2.48M – $3.31M (±1% cap)
    NOI $198,661 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.36%
    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.
    Property Profile Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Elite Foundation Big Box & Wholesale Store ATM Atm Ay Caramba Mexican ... Restaurant

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Law Firm Restaurant Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Gym & Fitness Center Auto Repair Shop

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Location Insight

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    City
    Asheville
    County
    Buncombe
    State
    North Carolina
    Longitude
    -82.5527
    Latitude
    35.6282

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Mixed-use property - Two parcels totaling 0.78 acres in desirable North Asheville.
    Where is this mixed-use property located?
    The property is located at 853 Merrimon Avenue Asheville, NC.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $2,700,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Prime location on Merrimon Avenue with high traffic (17,500 cars/day) and 130' of frontage.; Large .78 acre property consisting of two parcels, offering redevelopment or investment potential.; Located in the desirable Grace Neighborhood, one mile from downtown Asheville and 1/2 mile from UNC‑A.
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    BILL STEIGERWALD
    BILL STEIGERWALD
    Real Estate License ID: 290959
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    How We Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

    • Recent sale price (if available)
    • Statistical models using comparable sales
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    Example Calculation

    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

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    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

    • Cap Rate calculations depend on market data that may change over time
    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

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    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
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    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
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    Estimate considers the property’s potential value if used for a different purpose-based on zoning, demand, and market feasibility.

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