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    1481 Shelby St Louisville, KY 40217

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    Historic Louisville bar, redevelopment potential.

    Property size:
    9,704 SF

    Property Features for 1481 Shelby St

    General Information

    Property type
    Grocery and convenience stores
    Square Feet
    9,704 SF
    Lot Size
    39,204 SF

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    Listing Contact
    Amanda Helfrich
    Amanda Helfrich

    Listing Agency: HomePage Realty Listing Agent: Amanda Helfrich

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    Overview

    This exceptional 9,704 sq ft mixed-use property in Louisville, KY, presents a unique investment opportunity. Located at 1481 S Shelby St, this 0.9-acre corner lot (APN 026F00300000) boasts a C-1 zoning designation. The existing two-story building, known as the 21st Bar, currently operates as a bar and restaurant with a music venue, featuring a fully functional first floor with two bars, a courtyard/patio, and a large event space. The second floor offers a substantial shell space, ready for build-out to suit a variety of uses. Potential uses include additional bar/restaurant space, a coffee shop, nightclub, event space, apartment units, Airbnb units, office space, or retail. The property's large off-street parking lot is a significant advantage. The sale includes fixtures, furniture, equipment (FF&E), inventory, and a liquor license (transferable to the buyer). This prime location in Germantown offers high visibility and accessibility, making it ideal for a variety of commercial ventures, including redevelopment. The seller is motivated, presenting a compelling opportunity for a discerning investor.
    Property Profile Insight Report Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    21st In Germantown Restaurant Muscle Men Male ... Theater & Performing Art Venue Illusions the Drag Queen ... Theater & Performing Art Venue 21st in Germantown and Barrel ... Restaurant

    Suggested Use

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

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

    Location Insight

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    City
    Louisville
    County
    Jefferson
    State
    Kentucky
    Longitude
    -85.7418678
    Latitude
    38.2246972

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Grocery and convenience store - Historic Louisville bar, redevelopment potential.
    Where is this grocery and convenience store located?
    The property is located at 1481 Shelby St Louisville, KY.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $949,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: 9,704 SF mixed-use property on a 0.9-acre corner lot in Louisville, KY's Germantown neighborhood.; Includes building, FF&E, inventory, and a transferable liquor license.; Second floor offers 9,704 SF of vacant shell space with utilities ready for build-out.
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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
    • AI-powered valuation estimates

    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.

    Disclaimer

    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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    Cap approach

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    Comparable approach

    Comparable estimate is based on recent sales of similar nearby properties, adjusted for factors like size, condition, and location.

    Relative

    Relative property class coefficient uses factors that account for typical price differences between various asset types (e.g., retail vs. industrial) to provide a more accurate market-aligned estimate.

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    Stat Estimate

    This method estimates value based on actual market adjusted recent (~5 years) sales of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • 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
    AI Estimate

    This method estimates value based on AI market estimation of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • 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
    Alternative use

    Estimate considers the property’s potential value if used for a different purpose-based on zoning, demand, and market feasibility.

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