This offering presents a unique opportunity to acquire or lease a well-located industrial manufacturing warehouse facility in Hickory, North Carolina—one of the Piedmont region’s established production corridors. The ±42,980 SF facility sits on 4.56 acres and is configured for manufacturing, fabrication, or flex industrial use, featuring heavy power infrastructure, open production areas, and multiple drive-in and dock loading doors. The property includes approximately 1,500 SF of finished office space and a mix of masonry, steel-frame, and wood-frame construction. Clear heights range from approximately 14’ to 16’ depending on building section. Electrical capacity includes dual transformers (300 kVA and 750 kVA) and 3-phase power suitable for industrial operations. For qualified parties, select on-site manufacturing and CNC equipment may be made available under a separate agreement, subject to lender approval, allowing an incoming operator to accelerate operations without independently sourcing assets. Ownership is open to multiple transaction structures, including an outright real estate sale, a lease arrangement, or a combined real estate and asset transaction. This is not a business-for-sale or liquidation offering. The property and any optional assets are available as an industrial real estate and equipment opportunity only. The location provides efficient access to the Charlotte metropolitan area, regional suppliers, and major transportation corridors, making it suitable for both regional and national users. Lease Type: NNN (preferred) Lease Rate: Call for Pricing Term: Negotiable Availability: Immediate Disclosure / Compliance Language: All sale or lease transactions are subject to lender approval. Equipment, if any, is not included in the base real estate offering and is available only under a separate agreement. For Sale – Equipment / Building / Both For Lease For Sale or Lease with Optional Equipment (Subject to Lender Approval) 980 3rd Avenue SE, Hickory, NC 28602, Catawba County 42,980 SF (Approx.) 4.56 acres Built: 1976 (Various additions and upgrades over time) Industrial Loading: 4 loading docks 1 oversized drive-in door Rear loading areas with concrete pads Power: Heavy industrial power 208/120V, 3-phase (1) 300 kVA transformer (1) 750 kVA transformer Panels up to 1,600 amps Office Space: Approx. 1,500 SF finished office Utilities: Municipal water Municipal sewer Natural gas HVAC: Office: New rooftop unit (2023) Manufacturing: Multiple rooftop units and gas heaters Parking: On-site paved parking and drive aisles