
201 & 205 E Forest AVE Columbia, MO 65203
5,480 SqFt
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Key Details
Property Type Commercial
Sub Type Office
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 5,480 sqft
Price per Sqft $182
MLS Listing ID 433869
Annual Tax Amount $7,121
Tax Year 2025
Lot Size 0.580 Acres
Acres 0.58
Lot Dimensions 188.58 x 135
Property Sub-Type Office
Source Columbia Board of REALTORS®
Land Area 5480
Property Description
Office Building (2,848 SF | Originally Built 1980, Renovated 2017) - 205 E Forest Ave
This single-story office building offers well-appointed professional space with modern updates and a functional layout suitable for a variety of office users. Renovated in 2017, the building blends durable construction with updated interior finishes and systems.
Key Features:
- 2,848± gross square feet of office space
- Originally built in 1980; extensively renovated in 2017
- Wood frame construction with poured concrete slab foundation
- Exterior finish of stone veneer under vinyl siding with R-19 insulation
- Pitched composition shingle roof system with R-38 insulation
- Forced air natural gas heating and central air conditioning
- Interior finishes include painted drywall/gypsum board
- Flooring consists of commercial-grade carpeting, ceramic tile, and exposed concrete in storage areas
- Quality recessed fluorescent lighting with decorative fixtures
- Multi-phase commercial electrical system (adequate capacity)
- Standard commercial plumbing with restroom and kitchenette facilities
- Double-pane commercial-grade windows providing natural light
- Interior doors: solid core wood construction
- Entry doors: single glass entries for professional appearance
- Flexible layout suitable for multiple offices, reception, and support areas
Supporting Site Improvements:
- Approximately 6,550± SF of asphalt-paved parking area
- Concrete sidewalks and patio areas
- Landscaped turf and maintained green space
- Monument signage for business visibility
Office/Shop Building (2,632 SF | Built 2015) - 201 E Forest Ave
Constructed in 2015, this newer building is designed for flexibility, combining office space with a functional shop or storage area. Ideal for contractors, service providers, or businesses requiring both administrative and operational space.
Key Features:
- 2,632± gross square feet of combined office/shop space
- Built in 2015 with modern construction standards
- Wood frame construction with poured concrete slab foundation
- Exterior finished with durable ribbed metal siding
- Pitched ribbed metal roof system with R-38 insulation
- Forced air natural gas heating and central air conditioning
- Interior walls and ceilings finished with painted drywall/gypsum board
- Flooring includes stained concrete and ceramic tile in finished areas, with concrete in shop space
- Recessed fluorescent lighting throughout
- Multi-phase commercial electrical system (adequate capacity)
- Standard commercial plumbing with restroom facilities
- Double-pane commercial-grade windows
- Interior doors: solid core wood
- Entry doors: double glass entry for professional access
- Two (2) overhead doors at the rear for loading, storage, or equipment access
- Open shop/storage configuration with auxiliary office space
Supporting Site Improvements:
- Approximately 4,540± SF of asphalt-paved parking area
- Concrete sidewalks and access points
- Exterior lot lighting for safety and visibility
- Landscaped turf and maintained grounds
Overall Property Highlights
- Total land area: 25,458± SF (0.58± acres)
- Land-to-building ratio: 4.65:1, allowing for efficient site use and flexibility
- Total building area: 5,480± SF across both structures
- Zoning: M-N (Mixed Use-Neighborhood), supporting diverse commercial uses
- Parking: 26± spaces provided (well above 12 required), ensuring ample capacity
- Site layout: generally rectangular for efficient use and expansion potential
- Access: dual entry drives from E. Forest Ave. plus alley access to the north
- Street frontage: approximately 188.58 feet along both E. Forest Ave. and rear alley
- Utilities: all City of Columbia services in place
- Existing use aligns with highest and best use as a multi-use commercial complex
This property offers a unique combination of office and operational space in a highly functional layout, making it well-suited for owner-users seeking to consolidate operations or investors looking for a flexible, income-producing asset. With strong infrastructure, modern improvements, and a desirable location, this commercial complex is positioned to meet a wide range of business needs.
Location
State MO
County Boone
Zoning Office
Direction From N Providence, west on E Forest Ave. To get to the back of the building, go north on Grand from Forest and turn east on the alley just north of Forest Ave.
Region COLUMBIA
City Region COLUMBIA
Interior
Heating Forced Air, Central
Cooling Cooling:HVAC
Flooring Carpeting, Concrete Slab, Tile
Equipment Overhead Doors
Heat Source Forced Air, Central
Exterior
Parking Features Other/See Remarks, Paved
Roof Type Standing Steam,Composition Shingle
Road Frontage City
Garage No
Building
Story 1
Foundation Concrete Perimeter
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 16-315-00-01-157.00 01 and 16-315-00-01-157.01 01
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