Econo Lodge Hotel 50 Rooms in Athens AL
1500 US Highway 72 E
Athens, AL 35611
Highlights
- 18,868 SF hotel
- 50 units
- On long term ground lease
- Built in 1995, renovated in 2022
- Zoned Commercial
- Located in Athens, AL
- Flexible floor plan
- Ample parking
- Modern amenities
- High visibility location
Description
Econo Lodge Athens, AL - Turnkey Investment Opportunity
1500 US Highway 72 East, Athens, AL 35611 | 50 Rooms
Prime I-65 Exit 351 Location
Exceptional highway hotel investment at the strategic intersection of I-65 and US Highway 72. This fully renovated 50-room Econo Lodge captures high-volume interstate traffic with unmatched visibility and immediate exit access, serving travelers between Huntsville, Nashville, Memphis, and Birmingham.
Recent Capital Improvements (2022)
Complete exterior painting
All guest rooms repainted
Full PIP compliance completed - NO remaining PIP requirements
Turnkey operation ready for new ownership
Strong Financial Performance
Average NOI: $300,000
2025 Projected Gross Revenue:
ADR: $65-$70
Total Revenue History:
2025 through 11/72025: $472,872
2024: $664,328
2023: $774,472
Favorable Lease Terms
Ground Lease: $4,400/month ($52,800/year)
Term: Through 2085 with 70 year renewal option
Exceptional long-term security and predictable occupancy costs
Investment Highlights
Proven highway hospitality location with consistent cash flow, minimal capital requirements, and ultra-long-term lease stability. Ideal for 1031 exchange or portfolio expansion. Strong fundamentals in a high-traffic corridor with established brand recognition.
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Prime highway location directly at I-65 Exit 351 on US Highway 72 East. This property offers immediate interstate access with exceptional visibility from I-65, capturing high-volume northbound and southbound traffic. Strategically positioned at the intersection of two major corridors—I-65 and US Highway 72—the hotel serves travelers between Huntsville (20 miles east), Nashville, Memphis, and Birmingham. The location benefits from consistent commercial and leisure traffic, with easy on/off access and strong brand visibility. Minutes from Athens State University and local amenities, this site represents a proven hospitality location with excellent fundamentals.
