Lexington, NC
Commercial Real Estate Market Trends & Data

Lexington's Demographic Profile

Lexington has 8,835 households and a median income of $33,966, providing context for rent absorption and tenant demand across retail and multifamily assets. A +7% five-year population trend is a key signal for evaluating long-term demand in this market.

Key Demographic Metric Value
Population 22,089
# Households 8,835
Median age 39
Median household income $33,966
Avg household size 2.0
Renter-occupied housing units 4,817
5-year population change +7%

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Nearby Office Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size Cap Max
Lexington $257 6,838 SF 8.00%
Yadkin $257 6,838 SF 8.00%
Nearby Retail Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size
Lexington $491 4,526 SF
Yadkin $491 4,526 SF
Thomasville $277 1,998 SF
Spencer $159 2,989 SF
East Spencer $159 2,989 SF
Nearby Multifamily Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size Cap Max
Lexington $133 7,820 SF 8.06%
Yadkin $185 7,820 SF 8.06%
High Point $134 37,363 SF 5.89%

Commercial Properties For Sale in Lexington

The listings below reflect how current market pricing and building scale translate into active opportunities available today.
For Sale

Temple Street Apartments

Lexington, NC 27292

  • 7,820 SF Multifamily
  • 8.06% Cap Rate
  • $1,040,000
For Sale

11 Shoaf St

Lexington, NC 27292

  • 4,344 SF Office Building
  • 8.00% Cap Rate
  • $656,250
For Sale

1 Harb Dr

Lexington, NC 27295

  • 4.20 AC Lot
  • 1 Residential Income Lot
  • $419,000
For Sale

1306 White St

Lexington, NC 27295

  • 0.21 AC Lot
  • 1 Commercial Lot
  • $48,000
For Sale

6.76 Acres for Dev next to Central Dav HS

Lexington, NC 27292

  • 6.76 AC Lot
  • 1 Commercial Lot
  • $795,000
For Sale

510 Emergency Dr

Lexington, NC 27292

  • 13,671 SF Office Building
  • 6.50% Cap Rate
  • $3,029,000

Average Price For Sale

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Nearby Commercial Markets

Comparing nearby markets helps investors see whether Lexington pricing and building scale sit above, below, or in line with surrounding areas.

Commercial Markets Avg Cost/SF Average Size
Lexington $187 45,219 SF
Yadkin $193 49,182 SF
Linwood $249 18,548 SF
Welcome $132 1,624 SF
Thomasville $178 24,570 SF

Regional Demographic Comparison

This comparison places Lexington alongside nearby cities to show how population size, household counts, and income levels differ across the region. Viewing these markets side by side helps investors understand whether local demand and income characteristics are concentrated in Lexington or distributed across surrounding areas.

City Population # Households Age Median Household Income Avg Household Size Renter Occupied Housing Units Five Yr Pop Growth %
Lexington 22,089 8,835 39 $33,966 2 4,817 7%
Yadkin 42,394 17,278 43 $45,794 2 5,904 6%
Linwood 5,549 2,098 41 $58,852 3 451 6%
Welcome 4,038 1,612 43 $55,000 2 403 2%
Thomasville 29,154 11,642 39 $46,900 2 5,043 5%

Disclaimer: The figures on this page reflect LoopNet's active commercial listings in Lexington, NC and update as inventory changes. Averages can shift between periods or vary across property types depending on the mix of listings available at a given time, so individual metrics may not reflect broader market trends. These figures are best used as directional benchmarks for early market evaluation. For comprehensive commercial real estate data and analytics, subscribe to CoStar.

FAQs About Commercial Investing in Lexington

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Is Lexington a good market for a first-time commercial real estate investor?

Lexington offers commercial properties across a wide range of sizes and price points. By reviewing the market data and benchmarks on this page, first-time investors can better understand what a typical commercial property looks like before committing capital and narrowing in on specific listings.

How can this market data help me decide whether to buy commercial property for my business in Lexington?

The pricing and size metrics on this page help business owners compare the cost of ownership against leasing in Lexington. Typical building sizes and asking prices provide a starting point for evaluating space needs, budget fit, and long term occupancy costs before engaging lenders or brokers.

What should conservative investors focus on when evaluating commercial properties in Lexington?

Conservative investors often prioritize manageable deal sizes, stable pricing ranges, and cap rate benchmarks shown for Lexington. These metrics help assess whether current market conditions support steady income potential without relying on aggressive assumptions.

How does Lexington compare to nearby commercial real estate markets?

Nearby market comparisons highlight differences in pricing, building scale, and cap rate ranges relative to Lexington. Reviewing these side by side helps experienced investors identify relative value, pricing premiums, or alternative markets that may better align with return targets.

How can this page support early-stage deal screening for Lexington acquisitions?

This page provides high-level benchmarks for pricing, deal size, and observed cap rates in Lexington, which are useful for initial market filtering. Institutional and data-driven investors often use these signals to prioritize listings that meet size, pricing, and return thresholds before deeper underwriting.