Net Lease Industry

Lowest
Cap Rate

6.50%

Lowest cap rate over past 24 months

Average
Cap Rate

7.25%

12 mo avg with 5+ yr lease term


Overview
SQRL properties typically range from 2,500 to 4,000 square feet and are located on 1.0 to 2.0-acre parcels, with most sites including multiple fuel pumps, diesel bays, and canopy-covered areas. Leases are structured as 15- to 20-year absolute NNN, with 7% to 10% rent escalations every 5 years, and are often backed by corporate guarantees from SQRL Holdings, LLC. New locations are being developed aggressively throughout the Southeast, Midwest, and Sunbelt regions.      
Average Property & Lease
Average Sale Price $2,000,000 – $3,500,000
Average NOI $140,000 – $250,000
Building SF 2,500
Lease Term Years
Escalations 10% Every 5 Years
Stock Symbol N/A
CREDIT RATING
S&P

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Moody's

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TENANT DESCRIPTION

SQRL was founded in 2017 and has quickly emerged as one of the fastest-growing privately held gas station and convenience store operators in the United States. Short for “Save Quick Retail Logistics,” SQRL focuses on acquiring and redeveloping underperforming or vacant gas station properties, often in underserved rural or suburban markets. The company’s business model includes branded fuel, convenience retail, and co-located QSR offerings through partnerships and in-house brands.

PROS
  • Absolute NNN leases with steady escalations

  • Fast-growing company with high acquisition and redevelopment volume

  • Properties include both fuel and retail income components

  • Frequently co-branded or paired with national QSR tenants

  • Operates in underserved secondary and rural markets

CONS
  • Privately held with no public credit ratings or audited financials

  • Tenant is still in expansion phase; limited long-term track record

  • Rural locations may offer limited backfill demand

  • Performance tied to fuel margins and commodity price fluctuations

COMPANY QUICK STATS
Founded 2017
Headquarters Little Rock, AR, U.S.
Number of Locations 350
Revenue $400 M
Company Website https://www.sqrlfuel.com
Key Principal Austin Chandler