1031 NE 16TH STREET OCALA FL 34470 | MLS #OM725032

Position your business or next investment for massive growth with this versatile industrial asset perfectly situated in busy central Ocala. Standalone industrial assets combining this scale, M-1 zoning, and logistical positioning are exceptionally rare in the Marion County market. Offering a total of 15,000 square feet of ground-floor footprint on a 1.32-acre parcel, this property features M-1 (Light Industrial) zoning, allowing for a wide range of manufacturing, distribution, and commercial uses. Adding significant value to your portfolio, the property is located within a Federal Opportunity Zone, unlocking substantial tax incentives and long-term capital gains advantages for proactive investors. The facility is perimeter-insulated and exceptionally functional for a wide variety of industrial operations. Engineered for seamless logistics, the facility features heavy-duty 3-phase/240 power alongside dual dock-high doors and a convenient ground-level loading bay. The interior layout offers great versatility, featuring a manufacturing and production zone with a flexible 20-foot wall height, efficient warehouse service space, an expansive open training or assembly room, and dedicated office space to handle administrative needs. A core portion of the building features reinforced concrete block walls with a heavy-duty girder system, providing an incredibly secure, structurally isolated footprint that is ideal for specialized equipment, specialized containment, or high-security storage. Additionally, a 3,100-square-foot mezzanine storage area maximizes vertical capacity without compromising the main floor footprint. The exterior is well engineered for heavy-duty operational flow with ample asphalt lay down yard and concrete pads for extensive parking, fleet storage, or seamless truck maneuvering. The perimeter features a commercial chain-link fence and retaining walls as well as security doors on the entry/exit points. Located just moments from major Ocala thoroughfares, this property blends unbeatable logistical positioning with excellent local market demographics. An easy 5 miles to I-75 via several major roadways, this is a highly accessible location for businesses that need quick access to major transportation arteries.