1550 Uniroyal rd - 12.5 Acres on Interstate 85 Opelika, AL Lot • Terrain commercial • 12,5 Acres • 1 826 068 $ CAD • Opelika, AL 36801

Strategic I-85 Location – Exit 64 | High-Visibility | 3,000+ FT Total Road Frontage
Unlock immediate development potential with this premium 12.52-acre commercial property located just off Exit 64 on Interstate 85 in Opelika, Alabama. Spanning two contiguous parcels, the site features over 1,500 feet of frontage on I-85 and 1,515 feet on North Uniroyal Road, offering exceptional dual-access visibility and exposure to more than 34,000 vehicles per day.
This cleared site is ready for immediate planning or vertical development. Positioned across from a major freight distribution center, it lies within Opelika’s growing commercial corridor—minutes from automotive manufacturers, tier 1 & 2 suppliers, logistics centers, and expanding residential neighborhoods.
Ideal Use Cases:
-Logistics hubs & distribution centers
-Trucking terminals & freight operations
-Automotive supplier facilities
-Retail plazas, grocery-anchored centers
-Professional offices/ medical offices
-Travel centers, QSRs (quick-service restaurants), and fuel stations
-Hotels or hospitality developments
-Mixed-use commercial or industrial projects
Key Highlights:
-12.52 Acres | Two Parcels | High-Traffic Area
-Zoned: Agricultural (rezoning options available based on use)
-Over 3,000 feet of combined road frontage (~1500 on I85 and
-Easy access to both I-85 and N. Uniroyal Road
-Easy access and cleared land reduce site prep time
-Located near Opelika's industrial, retail, and residential growth zones
Whether you're a developer, investor, or operator seeking a high-exposure location with immediate access to I-85, this site checks all the boxes for long-term success and scalability.

Market Overview – Opelika, AL
Opelika is the county seat of Lee County and part of the Auburn–Opelika Metropolitan Area, one of Alabama’s fastest-growing regions. Together with Auburn, home to Auburn University and over 33,000 students, the metro benefits from a strong talent pipeline, research partnerships, and steady demand for housing, retail, and services.
Since 2005, Opelika has attracted over $2.6 billion in new investment, adding more than 4,700 jobs across industries such as automotive manufacturing, healthcare, and retail. Major employers include Pharmavite, Mando America, Hanwha, and Miele, which recently expanded its U.S. footprint here.
Located along Interstate 85, Opelika benefits from daily traffic counts ranging from 30,000 to 48,000 vehicles (ALDOT). This corridor connects the Auburn–Opelika metro to Atlanta, Montgomery, and key automotive assembly plants, making it a strategic location for distribution, logistics, retail, and service-based businesses.
The metro population now exceeds 170,000 residents, with Opelika itself nearing 31,000 and a median household income of $58,700+. A revitalized downtown, quality schools, and cultural amenities strengthen Opelika’s appeal, helping employers attract and retain talent.
Why invest here?
-Strategic I-85 frontage with high visibility
-Expanding industrial and logistics base
-Anchored by Auburn University and its economic impact
-Proactive city economic development support
-Strong demographics and population growth
The Auburn–Opelika metro blends university-driven innovation with industrial strength, making Opelika one of Alabama’s most compelling cities for investment and development.