For lease · Abilene, TX · Available now
Commercial property for lease in Abilene, TX
501 N Leggett Dr, Abilene, TX 79603
A 1,296 SF shop-and-office building with a roll-up door on a 0.82-acre GC-zoned lot — about 15 minutes from the Stargate / OpenAI data center campus. Not pretty, but ready to work: offices, bathroom, utilities, internet, and a big yard. Owner-managed, flexible terms from $3,500/mo.
- Building
- 1,296 SF
- Lot
- 0.82 acres
- Frontage
- 240 ft
- Zoning
- GC
- Availability
- Immediate
Photos coming soon. Contact us to schedule a walkthrough.
Why Abilene, why now
Abilene is booming — and this lot is 15 minutes from the center of it.
The Stargate AI campus in Abilene — built by Crusoe and Oracle for OpenAI, and now expanding with Microsoft — is one of the largest data center construction projects in the world, with a multi-gigawatt build-out across ten buildings. A second campus is underway near Hamby, northeast of the city.
That means thousands of construction workers, electricians, fiber crews, HVAC and mechanical contractors, logistics companies, and support businesses need somewhere to park trucks, store material, and run a field office. This property is a ready-made base of operations with a huge lot and a roll-up shop door — available immediately.
- Stargate / OpenAI data center campus (Abilene)~15 min drive
- Hamby data center site~30 min drive
- Downtown Abilene~5 min drive
- Interstate 20~5 min drive
- Abilene Regional Airport (ABI)~15 min drive
- Dyess Air Force Base~15 min drive
Property details
Everything we know about the building and lot, including the parts that aren't perfect.
0.82-acre lot with 240 ft of frontage
A huge, open lot on N Leggett Dr with room for vehicles, equipment, trailers, materials, or outdoor storage. Previously operated as a car lot, so the yard is built for parking and display.
Roll-up overhead door + shop bay
Grade-level roll-up garage door opens into a shop area — bring vehicles and equipment inside, stage deliveries, or use it as a workshop.
Reception + two offices + bathroom
A functional front office layout: a reception area, two private offices, and a restroom. Manage a crew, take calls, and keep paperwork under one roof.
Utilities in place
Electrical and water service to the building. Internet service is already set up and can be used by the tenant.
Recent big-ticket repairs done
Roof replaced in 2018. Sewer line replaced in 2022. The building is old but functional and ready to work out of.
General Commercial (GC) zoning
Abilene GC zoning permits a broad range of commercial uses by right. Tell us your intended use and we'll confirm it fits before you sign.
At a glance
- Address
- 501 N Leggett Dr, Abilene, TX 79603
- Building size
- 1,296 sq ft
- Lot size
- 0.82 acres (240 ft frontage on Leggett)
- Year built / renovated
- 1950 / 2005
- Zoning
- GC — General Commercial
- Layout
- Reception, two offices, shop bay, bathroom
- Doors
- Grade-level roll-up overhead door
- Utilities
- Electric, water, sewer; internet already set up
- HVAC
- System in place; condenser needs replacement (tenant-provided)
- Roof
- Replaced 2018
- Sewer line
- Replaced 2022
- Previous use
- Used car lot / auto sales
- Availability
- Available now
Ideal for
- ✓Contractors and subcontractors working the Abilene data center builds
- ✓Field offices for crews at the Stargate / OpenAI campus or the Hamby site
- ✓Equipment, fleet, and materials staging with secured yard space
- ✓Auto sales, detailing, or automotive service (the previous use)
- ✓Trades: electrical, HVAC, plumbing, fiber/telecom, and low-voltage
- ✓Any business that needs immediate, no-frills space with a big lot
Straight talk
- •This is a working property, not a showpiece. The building was constructed in 1950 (renovated 2005) and is functional but dated.
- •An HVAC system is installed, but the condenser needs to be replaced. If the tenant wants working A/C, the tenant supplies the new condenser.
- •Intended use must be confirmed against Abilene's GC zoning and any city permitting before lease signing. We'll discuss your use case up front.
- •The lease will be prepared or reviewed by a Texas commercial real estate attorney.
Lease terms & pricing
Pick the commitment that fits your project. Longer terms get a lower monthly rate. All rates are per month.
Month-to-month
$5,000/mo
Maximum flexibility. Ideal for project crews and short deployments.
Inquire about month-to-month6 months
$4,000/mo
Half-year term. Good fit for construction-phase contractors.
Inquire about 6 monthsSecurity deposit and lease specifics are set in the lease agreement, prepared or reviewed by a Texas commercial real estate attorney.
Location
North Leggett Drive on Abilene's near west side, minutes from downtown, I-20, and the data center corridor.
Drive times
- Stargate / OpenAI data center campus (Abilene)~15 min drive
- Hamby data center site~30 min drive
- Downtown Abilene~5 min drive
- Interstate 20~5 min drive
- Abilene Regional Airport (ABI)~15 min drive
- Dyess Air Force Base~15 min drive
Zoning & permitted use
The property is zoned GC — General Commercial by the City of Abilene. GC is one of the city's broadest commercial districts and permits most retail, office, service, and automotive uses by right; some uses (for example contractor yards with outdoor storage or freight containers) may require a conditional-use permit. Before signing, we'll walk through your intended use against the city's Land Use Matrix and any permits you'll need. Links to the city's zoning resources are in the footer.
Frequently asked questions
How soon can I move in?+
Immediately. The property is vacant and available now. Once your intended use is confirmed against zoning and the lease is signed, you can have keys.
What lease terms do you offer?+
Month-to-month at $5,000/mo, 3 months at $4,500/mo, 6 months at $4,000/mo, and 12 months at $3,500/mo. Longer terms get a lower rate.
Does the building have air conditioning?+
There is an existing HVAC system, but the outdoor condenser needs to be replaced. Tenants who want A/C will need to provide a new condenser.
What can I use the property for?+
The property is zoned GC (General Commercial) by the City of Abilene, which permits a wide range of commercial uses. We'll review your specific use against the zoning and permitting requirements before signing.
Is there yard or outdoor storage space?+
Yes — the lot is 0.82 acres with 240 feet of street frontage. It was previously a car lot, so there's a lot of open, usable ground.
Are you working with a broker?+
No. This property is owner-managed, so you deal directly with us. The lease is prepared or reviewed by a Texas commercial real estate attorney.
How are rent payments handled?+
Tenants get a secure login to this site where they can pay rent online and upload lease, permit, and insurance documents.
Inquire about leasing
Tell us what you'd use the space for and when you need it. We'll confirm zoning fit, answer questions, and set up a walkthrough. You're dealing directly with the owners — no broker, no runaround.
- • Available immediately
- • Terms from month-to-month to 12 months
- • Attorney-prepared Texas commercial lease
- • Online rent payment & document portal for tenants