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8500 Claude Thomas Rd
Franklin, OH 45005
Land For Sale · 3.00 AC

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Investment Highlights

  • 3.0 Acres with 590' Frontage on I-75
  • Great Demographics
  • Sits Within the Rapidly Expanding Cincinnati–Dayton Metroplex
  • Highway Visibility
  • Traffic Counts: 21,776 VPD at State Route 73 & 107,875 VPD along I-75

Executive Summary

In the City of Franklin, Ohio, the C-1 District is known as the General Commercial District, the C-1 district is designed for regional commercial activity. It is intended for high-traffic areas, specifically around major transportation nodes and the intersections of primary arterial streets.
Permitted Principal Uses
Based on the city’s Unified Development Ordinance (UDO), the C-1 district typically allows for a broad range of retail and service-oriented businesses. Permitted uses usually include:
• Retail Goods: Clothing stores, hardware stores, electronics, and general merchandise.
• Personal Services: Barbershops, beauty salons, dry cleaning (drop-off/pickup), and tailors.
• Professional Offices: Banks, real estate agencies, insurance offices, and general business offices.
• Food and Beverage: Restaurants (with or without drive-throughs), bakeries, and cafes.
• Medical/Healthcare: Medical clinics, dental offices, and pharmacies.
• Repair Services: Small appliance or jewelry repair (excluding heavy automotive body work, which may require specific conditions).
Conditional & Accessory Uses
Certain uses may be allowed but require a Conditional Use Permit, meaning the Planning Commission must review them to ensure they won’t negatively impact traffic or neighboring properties. These often include:
• Gas stations and automotive service shops.
• Entertainment facilities (theaters, bowling alleys).
• Outdoor storage or sales areas.

Property Facts

Sale Type Investment or Owner User
No. Lots 1
Property Type Land
Property Subtype Commercial
Proposed Use
Commercial
  • Office
  • Multifamily
  • Hospitality
  • Apartment Units - Condo
  • Apartment Units - Senior
  • Auto Dealership
  • Auto Repair
  • Contractor Storage Yard
  • Daycare Center
  • Distribution
  • Drugstore
  • Fast Food
  • Funeral Home
  • Garden Center
  • General Freestanding
  • Healthcare
  • Health Club
  • Hotel
  • Medical
  • Motel
  • Office Park
  • Planned Unit Development
  • Public Library
  • Research and Development
  • Rehabilitation Center
  • Religious Facility
  • Restaurant
  • Retail Warehouse
  • Service Station
  • Truck Stop
  • Veterinarian or Kennel
  • Warehouse
Total Lot Size 3.00 AC
Zoning C-1 - The C-1 General Commercial District is designed to accommodate general commercial uses and services

1 Lot Available

Lot

Lot Size 3.00 AC

3.0 acres @ exit 38 Interstate 75 South

Description

Prime Interstate Redevelopment Opportunity – I-75 Exit 38 | Franklin, OH Position your next development at the gateway to growth in Franklin, Ohio. This exceptional 3-acre site offers premier frontage along Interstate 75 South at Exit 38, delivering outstanding visibility and accessibility in one of the region’s most active retail corridors. For larger-scale projects, an additional 5.8 acres is available on the adjacent northern parcel, allowing for expanded development potential. Property Highlights: • 590 feet of frontage along I-75 • Immediate access to the I-75 interchange • Approx. 22,000 vehicles per day on Ohio State Route 73 • Strong local demographics and consistent consumer traffic • Excellent street presence with high-exposure positioning Surrounded by National Retailers: Join established brands including Walmart, McDonald's, 7 Brew, Tractor Supply, and Walgreens, along with numerous hospitality operators serving the corridor. Strategically located between Cincinnati and Dayton, this property sits within the rapidly expanding Cincinnati–Dayton metroplex, making it an exceptional opportunity for retail, hospitality, mixed-use, or service-oriented redevelopment. Capitalize on strong traffic counts, national co-tenancy, and long-term regional growth — an opportunity to establish a high-visibility presence ahead of continued market expansion. Offering Summary • Pro Forma NOI: Vacant – Value-Add / Redevelopment Opportunity • Gross Building Area: 23,040 SF • Lot Size: 3.0 Acres • Additional Land Available: ±5.8 Acres (adjacent parcel) • Frontage: 590’ along I-75 • Parking: 85 Surface Spaces • Year Built: 1976 • Large Pylon Street Sign Traffic Counts: • 21,776 VPD at State Route 73 • 107,875 VPD along I-75 5-Mile Demographics: • Population: 88,910 • Households: 34,862 • Average Household Income: $109,477 Strategically positioned at Exit 38 along Interstate 75 near Franklin, this high-visibility site offers exceptional exposure within the thriving Cincinnati–Dayton corridor. Strong traffic volumes, substantial frontage, and expansion potential create a compelling opportunity for investors, developers, or owner-users seeking scale and long-term growth.

  • Listing ID: 39454691

  • Date on Market: 2/16/2026

  • Last Updated:

  • Address: 8500 Claude Thomas Rd, Franklin, OH 45005

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