What Is a Mixed-Use Property in Real Estate?
A mixed-use property combines commercial and residential space in one building or parcel—such as retail or office on the ground floor with apartments above. These properties are popular in city centers and growing suburban corridors where owners can live, rent, and operate a business on the same site.
🏙️ Characteristics of Mixed-Use Properties
- Multiple zones: residential and commercial components under one ownership or parcel ID.
- Flexible use: allows living, leasing, or running a business in different parts of the same building.
- Income potential: rent from commercial tenants or upper-floor apartments offsets ownership costs.
- Common examples: apartments above retail stores, offices over garages, or town centers with live/work lofts.
📋 Listing a Mixed-Use Property on the MLS
Most MLS systems, including large regional databases like CRMLS and ARMLS, allow mixed-use listings under residential, commercial, or multi-property categories depending on the primary use and zoning. Brokerless helps FSBO sellers publish these listings through a flat-fee MLS plan, ensuring they reach both investors and local agents.
- Confirm local zoning (residential, commercial, or mixed).
- Highlight separate entrances or income-producing units.
- Provide accurate square footage for each use type.
- Upload high-quality photos showing both residential and commercial areas.
🏠 Who Buys or Sells Mixed-Use Real Estate?
Mixed-use properties attract small business owners, investors, and homeowners seeking walkable neighborhoods or income opportunities. Sellers can reach these buyers directly by listing FSBO through Brokerless—without paying traditional commission fees.