Royalton Park

Description:

Auto Dealership / Mechanic Facility | 9,500 SF | High-Visibility Corner in Southwest Houston

Strategically located at the intersection of S Rice Ave and Elm St, this 9,500 SF automotive facility offers a rare opportunity for an owner-user or automotive-based tenant in one of southwest Houston’s most active submarkets. Currently built out for auto dealership and mechanic operations, the property features a functional layout with service bays, office/showroom space, and ample parking.

Situated in the Gulfton-Bellaire corridor, the site benefits from strong traffic counts (~13,400 vehicles per day) and proximity to dense multifamily, residential, and retail development. Its location supports both destination and drive-by business, with easy access to major arteries, including Interstate 610 and US-59/I-69.


Area Description – Gulfton / Bellaire / Southwest Houston

6212 S Rice Ave is located in one of Houston’s most densely populated and economically active corridors—nestled between the vibrant neighborhoods of Gulfton and Bellaire, just minutes southwest of the Inner Loop (I-610).

The Gulfton area is known for its high residential density, diverse population, and strong demand for everyday services, making it an attractive environment for automotive, retail, and service-based businesses. Its extensive multifamily inventory, combined with high renter occupancy, drives consistent traffic and consumer demand for repair, transportation, and convenience-focused businesses.

Just to the west, Bellaire is an established, affluent enclave with a mix of residential, commercial, and civic developments. Its proximity lends the area added stability and spending power, creating crossover demand that benefits surrounding businesses.

The broader Southwest Houston submarket is a critical hub for logistics, light industrial, service retail, and small business operations due to its:


Proximity to I-610, US-59/I-69, and Westpark Tollway
Access to both the urban workforce and high-density residential zones
Diverse tenant base that supports automotive services, contractor businesses, import/export, and independent retailers


Notable nearby commercial corridors include:


Hillcroft Ave, a heavily trafficked retail and service corridor
Bellaire Blvd, a multicultural retail destination with grocers, auto shops, and restaurants
Chimney Rock Rd and Bissonnet St, supporting additional connectivity and commerce


With a strong daytime population, 13,400 VPD (vehicles per day) on S Rice Ave, and deep roots in Houston’s entrepreneurial and service-driven economy, the area offers a strategic operating environment for auto-related and service users.


Property Highlights



±9,500 SF building on a high-visibility site


Auto dealership and mechanic facility configuration with service bays and office/showroom space


Located in Gulfton-Bellaire, a high-density, multicultural corridor in SW Houston


Approximately 13,400 vehicles per day on S Rice Ave


Ample surface parking to accommodate service volume


Easy access to I-610, US-59, and surrounding neighborhoods


Ideal for: auto sales, repair, body shop, fleet services, or similar service-based operations


Surrounded by a strong mix of retail, multifamily, and established residential communities