1717 Ariel Dr - Church Buildings
About This Property
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A turnkey church and community campus offering immediate functionality, future expansion potential, and a strategic Dallas location on over one acre of land.
Positioned on a spacious 1.01-acre site in Southern Dallas, 1717 Ariel Drive offers a rare opportunity to acquire a fully functional church campus with significant future growth potential. The property features approximately 2,660 square feet of well-maintained improvements, including a sanctuary, fellowship and gathering areas, classrooms, offices, and ample on-site parking. Built in 1970, the facility is designed to support worship services, educational programs, community outreach initiatives, and special events.
Strategically located near major transportation corridors and established residential neighborhoods, the property provides excellent accessibility and visibility for congregations, nonprofits, schools, community organizations, and faith-based ministries. The expansive land area offers opportunities for future expansion, additional buildings, outdoor gathering spaces, daycare operations, educational facilities, or other compatible institutional uses, subject to zoning and municipal approvals.
With existing infrastructure already in place, including parking, utilities, and functional interior spaces, this property presents a cost-effective alternative to new construction while providing immediate occupancy potential. Whether continuing as a place of worship or adapting the site for a new community-focused vision, 1717 Ariel Drive is well-positioned to serve as a cornerstone asset for its next owner.
Investment Highlights
- Approximately 2,660 SF church facility
- Large 1.01-acre (43,952 SF) site
- Existing sanctuary, classrooms, offices, and fellowship areas
- Ample on-site parking
- Established residential trade area
- Convenient access to Highway 67, I-35E, and Downtown Dallas
- Expansion and redevelopment potential
- Suitable for church, ministry, nonprofit, educational, daycare, counseling, or community service uses
- Turnkey occupancy opportunity with existing improvements in place
Investment highlights
It contains roughly 2,600 SF on just over 1 acre (43,952 SF) and was originally built in 1970. The building includes a sanctuary, fellowship space, classrooms/offices, and on-site parking. The listing specifically highlights its adaptability for worship, educational, community, nonprofit, or redevelopment uses.
Key Investment Highlights
1. Large Land-to-Building Ratio
The biggest value driver is not the building itself but the 1.01-acre site. With only 2,600 SF of improvements, there is substantial excess land that could support:
- Church expansion
- Daycare or private school use
- Community center
- Nonprofit headquarters
- Event facility
- Redevelopment for another institutional use (subject to zoning)
2. Affordable Entry Cost
At approximately $525,000, the property is trading near:
- ~$202/SF of building area
- ~$12/SF of land area
For Dallas institutional property, that is relatively affordable compared with newer church campuses.
3. Established Residential Trade Area
The property sits within southern Dallas near:
- Oak Cliff
- Red Bird area
- Duncanville corridor
- Interstate 35E
- Highway 67
The surrounding neighborhoods provide a built-in congregation and community-service market.
4. Parking Already in Place
One of the biggest costs for church redevelopment is parking. The existing site already accommodates church traffic and community events.
Nearby Parks and Recreation
Thurgood Marshall Park
4.4•Park•Open
Website•Directions•(214) 670-1928
Approximately 2–3 miles away.
Highlights:
- Walking trails
- Open green space
- Sports and recreational facilities
- Community gathering areas
This park enhances quality of life for nearby residents and provides family-oriented recreation.
Kiest Park
4.1•Parks
One of the area's most recognized parks.
Features include:
- Walking and jogging trails
- Tennis courts
- Basketball courts
- Playground facilities
- Recreation center
A major neighborhood amenity supporting residential stability and community activity.
Twin Falls Park
4.2•City park•Open
Website•Directions•(214) 670-4100
Located nearby in southern Dallas.
Offers:
- Natural areas
- Walking trails
- Open recreational space
- Family activities
Popular with local residents seeking outdoor recreation.
Nearby Churches and Community Anchors
The area contains several established congregations, indicating a strong faith-based presence:
- Friendship West Baptist Church and Conference Center
- Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship
- St Elizabeth Catholic Church
- New Birth Baptist Church
These institutions contribute to neighborhood stability and community engagement.
Location Advantages
The site benefits from access to:
- Interstate 35E
- Highway 67
- Downtown Dallas (~10–15 minutes)
- Red Bird redevelopment district
- Duncanville and DeSoto growth corridors
The ongoing investment in southern Dallas and the nearby Red Bird area has increased interest in institutional, community, and nonprofit properties throughout the corridor. This location serves both Dallas residents and the growing southern suburbs.
Value-Add Potential
If I were evaluating this property as an investor, I would view it in three layers:
The strongest buyer profiles are likely:
- Growing congregation
- Charter/private school operator
- Daycare or educational use
- Community nonprofit
- Redeveloper seeking institutional land
Based on current listing data and southern Dallas land values, the property appears reasonably priced, with much of the upside tied to the acre of land rather than the existing building alone.
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