Sparks, NV
Commercial Real Estate Market Trends & Data

Sparks's Demographic Profile

Sparks has 42,954 households and a median income of $78,778, providing context for rent absorption and tenant demand across retail and multifamily assets. A +5% five-year population trend is a key signal for evaluating long-term demand in this market.

Key Demographic Metric Value
Population 112,296
# Households 42,954
Median age 39
Median household income $78,778
Avg household size 3.0
Renter-occupied housing units 19,142
5-year population change +5%

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Nearby Industrial Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size Cap Max
Sparks $253 35,595 SF 6.00%
Mccarran $224 40,492 SF 6.00%
Reno $254 36,669 SF 8.00%
Nearby Retail Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size
Sparks $440 13,142 SF
Mccarran $311 8,079 SF
Sun Valley $208 47,896 SF
Reno $436 15,429 SF
Virginia City $282 8,000 SF
Nearby Multifamily Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size Cap Max
Sparks $370 5,547 SF 6.25%
Mccarran $311 9,799 SF 6.00%
Reno $366 12,616 SF 8.50%
Carson City $329 18,882 SF 6.18%
Kings Beach $1,793 1,833 SF 6.19%

Commercial Properties For Sale in Sparks

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

831 Deming Way

Sparks, NV 89431

  • 61,770 SF Industrial Building
  • $15,750,000
For Sale

#305

Sparks, NV 89431

  • 5,191 SF Office Building
  • $400,000
For Sale

1230 Corporate Blvd

Reno, NV 89502

  • 5,040 SF Retail Building
  • $1,782,000
For Sale

Vista Blvd. Portfolio

Sparks, NV

  • $2,400,000
For Sale

7750 Pyramid Way

Sparks, NV 89436

  • 9.66 AC Lot
  • 1 Commercial Lot
  • $3,366,300
For Sale

1900 Vassar St

Reno, NV 89502

  • 9,545 SF Flex Building
  • $2,475,000

Average Price For Sale

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Average Price For Lease

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Number of Listings

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Cap Rate

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Nearby Commercial Markets

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

Commercial Markets Avg Cost/SF Average Size
Sparks $342 20,454 SF
Mccarran $280 24,075 SF
Spanish Springs $298 14,518 SF
Sun Valley $314 12,276 SF
Reno $359 17,623 SF

Regional Demographic Comparison

This comparison places Sparks 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 Sparks or distributed across surrounding areas.

City Population # Households Age Median Household Income Avg Household Size Renter Occupied Housing Units Five Yr Pop Growth %
Sparks 112,296 42,954 39 $78,778 3 19,142 5%
Mccarran 28,494 11,638 39 $74,090 2 5,254 5%
Spanish Springs 18,022 6,533 46 $112,379 3 694 5%
Sun Valley 22,326 6,910 36 $62,199 3 1,997 5%
Reno 274,503 112,278 38 $72,169 2 58,770 5%

Disclaimer: The figures on this page reflect LoopNet's active commercial listings in Sparks, NV 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 Sparks

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

Sparks 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 Sparks?

The pricing and size metrics on this page help business owners compare the cost of ownership against leasing in Sparks. 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 Sparks?

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

How does Sparks compare to nearby commercial real estate markets?

Nearby market comparisons highlight differences in pricing, building scale, and cap rate ranges relative to Sparks. 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 Sparks acquisitions?

This page provides high-level benchmarks for pricing, deal size, and observed cap rates in Sparks, 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.