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Investment Highlights

  • Outstanding visibility on busy Highland Avenue. The property is approved for AUTO BODY USE — a highly sought-after and difficult-to-obtain approval —
  • 12+ acres of Residential Land Located Behind the Commercial Building for Future Development Potential
  • Located alongside Major National Retailers: Walmart, Target, The Home Depot, Planet Fitness, McDonald's, Burger King...
  • 200+ feet of Frontage on high traffic retail corridor with 35,000+ vehicles per day
  • Second Parcel - 995 sf Residential Home situated on Commercial Zoned Land-Excellent Redevelopment Possibilities

Executive Summary

Exceptional investment and redevelopment opportunity with outstanding visibility on busy Highland Avenue. The property is approved for AUTO BODY USE — a highly sought-after and difficult-to-obtain approval — and is ideal for auto sales, service, repair, or collision operations.This unique offering includes two commercial lots with over 200 feet of frontage in a high-traffic retail corridor.
The primary retail parcel features a 4,488 SF automotive facility equipped with 6 service bays, 4 lifts, showroom space, manager’s office, title office, parts and stock rooms, customer waiting area, break room, ADA-compliant restroom, and security system. Also included are approximately 12 acres of residential land located behind the main commercial site, offering significant future development potential.

The second parcel includes a small residential structure situated on commercially zoned land, presenting excellent redevelopment possibilities for additional parking, expanded commercial use, or potential multifamily development of up to 5 residential units.
Strategically located alongside major national retailers and traffic generators including Walmart, Target, The Home Depot, Planet Fitness, McDonald's, and Burger King. A signalized intersection stops traffic directly in front of the property, enhancing visibility, accessibility, and overall traffic flow, with more than 35,000 vehicles passing the site per day.
Rare opportunity with multiple permitted uses and strong upside potential for investors, owner-users, or developers.
These parcels are also available for lease.

Property Facts

Sale Type
Investment or Owner User
Property Type
Retail
Property Subtype
Auto Repair
Building Size
4,488 SF
Year Built
1950
Price
$2,795,000
Price Per SF
$622.77
Tenancy
Single
Building Height
1 Story
Building FAR
0.01
Lot Size
12.07 AC
Opportunity Zone
Yes
Zoning
B2 / R1 - Business Highway / Residential Single Family
Parking
58 Spaces (12.92 Spaces per 1,000 SF Leased)
Frontage
251’ on Highland Avenue

Amenities

  • Security System
  • Signage

Space Availability

  • Space
  • Size
  • Space Use
  • Position
  • Available
  • 1st Floor
  • 4,488 SF
  • Retail
  • Outparcel
  • Now

Outstanding visibility on busy Highland Avenue. The property is approved for AUTO BODY USE — a highly sought-after and difficult-to-obtain approval — and is ideal for auto sales, service, repair, or collision operations. This retail parcel features a 4,488 SF automotive facility equipped with 6 service bays, 4 lifts, showroom space, manager’s office, title office, parts and stock rooms, customer waiting area, break room, ADA-compliant restroom, and security system. Strategically located alongside major national retailers and traffic generators including Walmart, Target, The Home Depot, Planet Fitness, McDonald's, and Burger King. A signalized intersection stops traffic directly in front of the property, enhancing visibility, accessibility, and overall traffic flow, with more than 35,000 vehicles passing the site per day. This lease for the automotive facility is $15,000 per month modified gross. The residential home(288 Highland Ave) is also available for lease for a total of $20,000 per month. The second parcel that is available for lease is a 2 bedroom / 2 Bathroom Ranch located at 288 Highland Ave. Both of these parcels are also available for sale.

Space Size Space Use Position Available
1st Floor 4,488 SF Retail Outparcel Now

1st Floor

Size
4,488 SF
Space Use
Retail
Position
Outparcel
Available
Now

1st Floor

Size 4,488 SF
Space Use Retail
Position Outparcel
Available Now

Outstanding visibility on busy Highland Avenue. The property is approved for AUTO BODY USE — a highly sought-after and difficult-to-obtain approval — and is ideal for auto sales, service, repair, or collision operations. This retail parcel features a 4,488 SF automotive facility equipped with 6 service bays, 4 lifts, showroom space, manager’s office, title office, parts and stock rooms, customer waiting area, break room, ADA-compliant restroom, and security system. Strategically located alongside major national retailers and traffic generators including Walmart, Target, The Home Depot, Planet Fitness, McDonald's, and Burger King. A signalized intersection stops traffic directly in front of the property, enhancing visibility, accessibility, and overall traffic flow, with more than 35,000 vehicles passing the site per day. This lease for the automotive facility is $15,000 per month modified gross. The residential home(288 Highland Ave) is also available for lease for a total of $20,000 per month. The second parcel that is available for lease is a 2 bedroom / 2 Bathroom Ranch located at 288 Highland Ave. Both of these parcels are also available for sale.

Fairly walkable
50/100
Exceptionally drivable
100/100
Limited public transit
30/100
Fairly bikeable
40/100

Nearby Major Retailers

North Shore Bank
IHOP
Eastern Bank
Planet Fitness
Shaw's
Market Basket (NorthEast)

Property Taxes

Property Taxes

Parcel Number
SALE-000008-000000-000029
Land Assessment
$1,406,500
Improvements Assessment
$272,700
Total Assessment
$1,679,200
  • Listing ID: 40499917

  • Date on Market: 5/12/2026

  • Last Updated:

  • Address: 296 Highland Ave, Salem, MA 01970

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Approved for Auto Body Use | 296 Highland Ave

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