Delta Inn 1207 W Highway 49 96 Room Hotel West Helena, AR 72390 $2,975,751 CAD ($30,997 CAD/Room)

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Discover a prime value-add opportunity with Delta Inn, a 95-key independent hotel strategically positioned along US Highway 49 in West Helena, Arkansas—just 75 miles south of Memphis, Tennessee. Built in 1990 on approximately 9.3 acres of contiguous land, this two-story, exterior-corridor property features a durable L-shaped design with brick veneer and concrete foundation, offering low maintenance and strong upside potential. Priced attractively at $2,150,000 ($22,632 per key)—well below replacement cost and less than 3x the average revenue of the last four years—this asset is ideal for owner-operators seeking to enhance performance through hands-on management, renovations, and revenue optimization.
The hotel boasts versatile room inventory, including 46 King rooms (1 with kitchenette), 45 Double-Double rooms (3 with kitchenettes), catering to business travelers, extended-stay guests, and tourists. Amenities include a breakfast area, fitness center, guest laundry, and expansive 29,260 SF concrete parking lot suitable for trucks and RVs. An on-site 3-bedroom manager's residence enables cost savings by reducing the need for external staffing, while excess land across three parcels provides exciting development possibilities—such as a solar farm, RV park, retail outlets, or additional hospitality units—to generate incremental income streams.
Located in the heart of the Arkansas Delta, Delta Inn benefits from a diversified demand base driven by agribusiness, logistics, and tourism. Proximity to Helena Harbor (a 4,000-acre industrial park with over $9M in federal grants for expansions, including a new rail spur and container-on-barge operations) positions the property to capture growing demand from port workers and new jobs (500+ projected). Cultural attractions like the King Biscuit Blues Festival (50,000+ attendees annually), Delta Cultural Center, St. Francis National Forest, and upcoming America 250 celebrations in 2026 further boost leisure travel. With ongoing infrastructure investments, including a $43.9M Mississippi River Bridge rehabilitation and solar projects, the area is poised for RevPAR growth amid low competition—only two comparable hotels in the market.
Historical performance underscores the opportunity: Average annual room revenue of $770K+ from 2022-2025, with 2024 achieving $1,145,878 at 59.90% occupancy and $57.05 ADR. Absentee ownership in 2025 highlights untapped potential through improved operations. Financing options include SBA/USDA loans for qualified buyers with 20% down—contact Parag Patel at 732-801-8187 for details. This is a rare chance to acquire a functional, income-producing asset in a revitalizing market with embedded land value ($150K-$400K+) and strong cash flow potential (projected 17.7% cash-on-cash return, 11.7% cap rate). Don't miss this gateway to the Delta's economic momentum—schedule a tour today with Suresh Patel at 901-674-6105.
Investment highlights
Attractive Pricing and Entry Basis: Offered at $2,150,000 ($22,632 per key), significantly below replacement cost and less than 3x the average revenue of the last four years, providing a low-barrier entry into a growing market just 75 minutes from Memphis Metro.
Strong Operational Upside: Historical room revenues averaging $770K+ annually (2022-2025), with 2024 at $1,145,878 (59.90% occupancy, $57.05 ADR); ideal for owner-operators to boost margins by updating the property, implementing revenue management, and reducing employee costs via the on-site 3-bedroom manager's residence.
Versatile Room Mix and Amenities: 95 keys including 46 Kings (1 with kitchenette) and 45 Double-Doubles (3 with kitchenettes), supporting diverse segments like business, extended-stay, and leisure; features breakfast area, fitness center, guest laundry, and ample truck/RV parking on 29,260 SF lot.
Expansive Land for Revenue Growth: ~9.3 acres across three contiguous parcels, offering development potential for solar farms, RV parks, retail, or additional units; embedded land value estimated at $150K-$400K based on Phillips County comparables ($20K-$50K/acre).
Low Carrying Costs and Robust Build: Annual real estate taxes under $12,000; durable 37,048 SF structure with updates (HVAC, plumbing, LED lighting, ~2015 asphalt shingle roof) for minimal maintenance in a low-tax jurisdiction supporting improved net cash flow.
Diversified Demand Generators: Proximity to Helena Harbor expansions ($9M+ grants, 500+ new jobs), Mississippi River Bridge rehabilitation ($43.9M), solar projects, and tourism draws like King Biscuit Blues Festival and Delta Cultural Center; benefits from Memphis overflow (4.5M airport passengers annually).
Financing Flexibility: SBA/USDA lenders interested in qualified buyers with 20% down; projected Year 1 cash flow of $82,613 (17.7% cash-on-cash without equity gain, 22.9% including), 1.49 DCR, and 11.7% cap rate.
Regional Momentum and Limited Competition: Positioned for RevPAR uplift from infrastructure investments and events; competitive set limited to just two other hotels (Quality Inn: 63 keys, Sands Hotel: 35 keys) in a market with 5.2% unemployment and rising median income ($38,200).