Net Lease Industry

Lowest
Cap Rate

5.00%

Lowest cap rate over past 24 months

Average
Cap Rate

5.75%

12 mo avg with 5+ yr lease term


Overview
AT&T stores typically range from 1,500 to 2,500 square feet, located in high-traffic retail strips, endcaps, or freestanding buildings on 0.25 to 0.75-acre lots. Leases are usually structured as 10- to 15-year absolute NNN, with 7% to 10% rent increases every 5 years, and are often corporately guaranteed. AT&T stores serve as customer service hubs and sales centers for wireless plans, devices, and accessories.
Average Property & Lease
Average Sale Price $1,500,000 – $2,500,000
Average NOI $90,000 – $135,000
Building SF 1,500
Lease Term 10 Years
Escalations 10% Every 5 Years
Stock Symbol NYSE:T
CREDIT RATING
S&P

BBB

Moody's

Baa2

TENANT DESCRIPTION

AT&T Inc. is one of the largest telecommunications and media companies in the world, with origins dating back to the Bell Telephone Company founded by Alexander Graham Bell in 1877. The modern AT&T brand was formed in 1983 and became a major wireless carrier after acquiring SBC Communications and Cingular Wireless. Today, AT&T provides wireless services, broadband, entertainment, and business solutions across the U.S. and globally. Its retail stores are often leased under AT&T Mobility, a wholly owned subsidiary.

PROS
  • Publicly traded, investment-grade tenant with global recognition

  • Absolute NNN leases with corporate guarantees

  • High consumer demand for telecom and digital services

  • Attractive small format for diverse retail locations

  • Reliable credit profile and long-term brand stability

CONS
  • Telecom industry is highly competitive and capital-intensive

  • Some locations may be franchise-operated (due diligence needed)

  • Rapid technology changes can affect service models and sales

  • Retail performance may depend on co-tenancy in shopping centers

COMPANY QUICK STATS
Founded 1983
Headquarters Dallas, TX, U.S.
Number of Locations 5,000
Revenue $122 B
Company Website https://www.att.com/
Key Principal John Stankey