TUCSON, AZ (January 21, 2026) — A Caliber Collision Center automotive investment property at 721–723 E. 12th Street in Tucson sold for $2,725,000 in an all-cash transaction that closed Dec. 31, 2025. The 16,000-square-foot mixed-construction building—built in 1946 on approximately 0.41 acres—traded at $170.31 per square foot.
The infill asset is configured for automotive body-shop repair and includes two grade-level roll-up doors and an office component. The property sold under a long-term lease to Caliber Collision Centers, reflecting continued investor demand for well-located automotive and service uses where replacement costs and limited land availability can support long-term value.
Automotive service properties like this tend to perform well as investments because they’re need-based, recession-resistant real estate. Even when consumers delay big purchases like new vehicles, they still repair and maintain the cars they already own—often increasing demand for collision and mechanical services as vehicles age. In addition, these facilities are typically highly functional and difficult to replace due to zoning constraints, environmental requirements, and the limited supply of well-located infill sites with yard area and roll-up door access. For investors, that combination can translate into durable tenancy, longer lease terms, and steady cash flow from operators whose businesses are tied to everyday necessities rather than discretionary spending…