3.41 AC | Approved Gas Station & Retail Development
Proximity to Education and Housing: 3.41 Acres of Commercial Potential in Lorena, TX
Marketing description
Strategically positioned along one of Texas’ fastest-growing corridors, this 3.41-acre commercial tract in Lorena, TX offers developers, investors, and franchise operators an unmatched opportunity for immediate development.
Located just 1 mile from Interstate 35, the property boasts over 1,200 feet of dual frontage on N Lorena Rd and N Houston Rd, providing exceptional visibility and access from multiple directions.
With commercial zoning already in place, pre-approval for gas station and retail use, and water, sewer, and electric utilities on-site, this site is truly shovel-ready.
The flat, triangle-shaped parcel allows for efficient site planning and flexible design. Ideal for build-to-suit, quick-service restaurants, convenience retail, or multi-tenant strip development.
Backed by strong local demographics, including a median household income of $87,337 and a growing family-oriented community near Lorena ISD, this property solves several common development pain points.
Buyers can skip entitlement delays and utility extensions, minimizing holding costs and accelerating time to market, a critical advantage in today’s lending environment.
Investment highlights
This 3.41 acre commercial tract in Lorena, TX is fully entitled and engineered for a convenience store and gas station, offering a rare plug n play development opportunity in one of the fastest-growing corridors of the Texas Triangle.
Development Ready Features
Approved site plan for 4,000 SF building
5 MPDs / 10 fueling positions
Completed grading and drainage engineering
Feasibility study performed
Creek sits on boundary only, outside buildable area
Utilities (All On Site & Stubbed)
Water
Sewer
Electric
No off-site extensions required.
Traffic & Location Advantages
1 mile from I-35
Over 1,200 ft of dual frontage on N Houston St & Old Lorena Rd
5,078 VPD at the intersection
Frontage traffic: 2,641 VPD
Turn traffic: 2,437 VPD
Traffic levels support regional C-store operators (Casey’s, 7-Eleven, Murphy USA) and continue to grow with area development.
Financial Performance (Projected Year 1)
$1.37M C-store sales
713,000 gallons fuel volume
$176,016 net profit
Listing Price: $265,000 ($77,712/acre)
Investment Highlights
True shovel-ready site with approvals in place
Fast time-to-market for developers/operators
Positioned in a high-growth zone between Waco and Temple
Strong commuter, local, and regional demand drivers
Ideal for fuel brands, retail developers, or owner-operators
Contact:
📞 Trent Babb – Ranch Roads Realty
📱 512.710.9072
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