OWN vs. RENT | Industrial Condos For Sale | Smithson Valley Business Park
36515 FM 3159
Spring Branch, TX 78132
Highlights
Description
OWN YOUR SPACE. BUILD EQUITY. CONTROL YOUR COSTS.
Smithson Valley Business Park offers industrial condo ownership in the supply-constrained Bulverde corridor. First building sold—Q2 2026 groundbreaking confirmed. 6 buildings remaining.
OWNERSHIP OPPORTUNITY
Own your industrial/flex space instead of leasing. Build equity with every payment. No future rent escalations. Full control over your operations and occupancy costs.
DELIVERY & TIMELINE
Groundbreaking: Q2 2026 (CONFIRMED)
Delivery: Q4 2026 (7 months from groundbreaking)
Developer: Field Construction (proven Texas industrial track record)
Occupancy: Move-in ready Q4 2026
PRICING & AVAILABILITY
Base Price: $225/SF
Available Units: 1,300–12,040 SF (6 buildings)
Condo Structure: Individual ownership with HOA (industrial condo regime)
Estimated HOA: $2.50/SF annually (CAM, taxes, insurance)
Total Investment Example: 1,300 SF unit = $292,500 purchase price
TAX ADVANTAGES
Estimated $65,000 first-year tax deduction on a 1,300 SF unit through:
Bonus depreciation on qualifying components
Section 179 deductions on equipment/fixtures
Regular depreciation on building improvements
Tax benefits vary by individual circumstances. Consult your CPA regarding bonus depreciation, Section 179 eligibility, and cost segregation opportunities.
Additional Owner Benefits:
Mortgage interest deduction
Property tax deduction
Building depreciation over 39 years
1031 exchange eligible for future sale
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Clear Heights: 20 feet
Doors: 14'×14' drive-through, grade-level loading
Power: 3-phase electrical, individually metered
Finishes: Polished concrete floors, LED lighting, insulated walls/ceilings
Restrooms: Private restroom per unit
HVAC: Climate-controlled office areas (build-to-suit)
Access: 24/7/365 keypad entry
Parking: 282 spaces (3.2 spaces per 1,000 SF—highest ratio in market)
DELIVERY OPTIONS
Whitebox: Shell with utilities stubbed, you finish to suit
Build-to-Suit: Custom improvements to your specifications
Turnkey: Fully finished office/warehouse ready for occupancy
FLEXIBLE SIZING & CONFIGURATION
Minimum Unit: 1,300 SF (no subdivision below this size)
Maximum Unit: 12,040 SF
Combine Units: Purchase multiple adjacent units for larger operations
Mezzanine-Ready: High ceilings accommodate future mezzanine build-out
IDEAL FOR:
Owner-users seeking to build equity vs. pay rent
Investors seeking cash flow + appreciation in supply-constrained market
Contractors, distributors, light manufacturers, warehouse operations
Office/warehouse combinations
Equipment storage and service businesses
MARKET DIFFERENTIATION
Supply-Constrained Corridor:
No comparable industrial condo sales in Bulverde/Spring Branch market
Limited new industrial inventory under construction
Closest competing project: 1900 Business Park (different location/structure)
Why Industrial Condos Matter:
Build equity instead of paying rent
Control your real estate costs long-term
Hedge against rent escalation (tenant leases typically increase 3-5% annually)
Asset appreciation in growing market
Exit flexibility: sell, lease, or continue owner-occupancy
FINANCING OPTIONS
SBA 504 Loan: 10% down, low fixed rates, 20-25 year terms (owner-occupied businesses)
Conventional Commercial: 20-25% down, competitive rates
Cash Purchase: Full equity ownership, maximum tax benefits
Pre-Qualified Buyers: Priority scheduling and unit selection for buyers with financing pre-approval or proof of funds.
CONDO OWNERSHIP STRUCTURE
HOA Responsibilities:
Common area maintenance (parking, landscaping, exterior)
Property insurance (building exterior and common areas)
Property taxes (assessed per unit)
Stormwater management, utilities to building
Owner Responsibilities:
Interior maintenance and improvements
Interior insurance (contents, business liability)
Individual utility costs (electric, water metered per unit)
HOA dues ($2.50/SF annually estimated)
NEXT STEPS
Schedule Site Visit: View location and review site plans
Select Your Unit: Building and size based on your needs
Submit LOI: Letter of Intent with unit selection and pricing
Secure Financing: SBA 504, conventional, or cash
Execute Purchase Agreement: Lock pricing and delivery timeline
Close at Delivery: Q4 2026 occupancy
INDUSTRIAL CONDOS AVAILABLE FOR LEASE | Q3 2026 GROUNDBREAKING
Smithson Valley Business Park offers 1,300-12,040 SF industrial/flex units in a supply-constrained corridor. First building leased-groundbreaking confirmed for Q3 2026.
LEASE TERMS
Rate: $12.50-$20/SF NNN (varies by unit size and tenant improvement structure)
NNN: $2.50/SF (estimated CAM, taxes, insurance)
Total Occupancy Cost: $15.00-$22.50/SF annually
Term: 60-120 months
Escalations: 3% annually
Free Rent: Up to 60 days during build-out to occupancy
5+ year leases: Free rent incentive (terms vary by lease length)
10-year lease: Up to 6 months free rent (front-loaded)
Delivery: Whitebox, build-to-suit, or turnkey (TI cost amortized into rate)
Occupancy: Q4 2026 (7 months post-groundbreaking)
HOW RATES WORK
$12.50/SF NNN: Tenant provides own improvements (whitebox delivery)
$20/SF NNN: Landlord provides build-to-suit improvements (cost amortized over lease term)
SPECIFICATIONS
20' clear ceiling heights
14'×14' drive-through doors
3-phase power available, individually metered utilities
Polished concrete floors, LED lighting, private restrooms
24/7/365 access, wide paved aisles
282 parking spaces (3.2 spaces per 1,000 SF—highest ratio in market)
FLEXIBLE SIZING
Minimum lease: 1,300 SF (no subdivision below this threshold)
Combine adjacent units for larger requirements
TARGET USES
Industrial/flex applications: warehouse, light manufacturing, distribution, contractor operations, equipment storage, office/warehouse combinations. No water-intensive processes.
LOCATION ADVANTAGE
FM 3159 at FM 311, Spring Branch. HWY 46 access (58,628 VPD). Minutes to HWY 281 (Bulverde corridor), I-35 (New Braunfels), I-10 (Boerne).
MARKET CONTEXT
Limited competing new industrial inventory in Bulverde/Spring Branch corridor. Closest alternative: 1900 Business Park (different location/pricing). Supply-constrained market supports strong lease rates and low vacancy.
DEVELOPER
Field Construction. Q2 2026 groundbreaking confirmed. 7-month delivery timeline.
Highway Access:
HWY 46: 58,628 vehicles per day (primary access)
Minutes to HWY 281 (Bulverde employment corridor)
Minutes to I-35 (New Braunfels)
Minutes to I-10 (Boerne)
Market Position:
Positioned between three major San Antonio metro employment centers. Bulverde/Spring Branch corridor experiencing commercial and residential growth.
Demographics (5-Mile Radius):
Population: 13,310 residents
Household Income: $44,284 average
Growing market with San Antonio metro expansion northward
Documents
Lease Flyer (L)Smithson Valley Specification 2026.pdf
Units for Lease
Price Per Sqft/Year: $12.00 - $20.00
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Price Per Sqft/Year: $12.00 - $20.00
Price Per Sqft/Year: $12.00 - $20.00
Price Per Sqft/Year: $12.00 - $20.00

