Net Lease Industry

Lowest
Cap Rate

5.25%%

Lowest cap rate over past 24 months

Average
Cap Rate

6.50%

12 mo avg with 5+ yr lease term


Overview

Firestone properties are commonly structured as absolute NNN leases, requiring no landlord responsibilities. These are often freestanding auto service centers in high-traffic retail corridors, often near grocery-anchored centers or major intersections.

Leases are typically corporate-guaranteed by Bridgestone Retail Operations, LLC, a subsidiary of Bridgestone Americas — one of the world’s largest tire and rubber companies.

Average Property & Lease
Average Sale Price $1,800,000 - $3,900,000
Average NOI $140,000 - $275,000
Building SF 6,000
Lease Term 15 Years
Escalations
Stock Symbol
CREDIT RATING
S&P

A

Moody's

A2

TENANT DESCRIPTION

Firestone Tire and Rubber Company was founded in 1900 and is now part of Bridgestone Corporation, a Japan-based multinational with over $25 billion in global revenue.

Today, Bridgestone Retail Operations operates:

  • 2,200+ company-owned locations in the U.S. under the Firestone, Tires Plus, Hibdon Tires Plus, and Wheel Works brands

  • Firestone locations offer full-service auto care: tires, brakes, batteries, oil changes, alignments, and diagnostics

They continue to reinvest heavily in real estate and service expansion, making them a favorite among 1031 exchange investors and institutional buyers.

PROS
  • Corporate Guarantee: Backed by Bridgestone (global parent company)

  • Absolute NNN Leases: No landlord maintenance obligations

  • Essential Service: Recession-resistant auto care industry

  • High Real Estate Quality: Often on large corner lots in growing retail corridors

  • Long-Term Occupancy: Firestone tends to renew and reinvest in their locations

CONS
  • Lower Rent Per SF: Larger buildings can limit PSF income compared to QSRs

  • Specialized Use: Auto bays and oil change-specific buildout can limit backfill options

  • Older Leases May Be NN: Confirm landlord responsibilities on legacy sites

COMPANY QUICK STATS
Founded 1900
Headquarters Nashville TN
Number of Locations 1,700
Revenue $2.5 B
Company Website https://www.firestonecompleteautocare.com/
Key Principal Paolo Ferrari