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    1444 Us Highway 86, El Centro, CA 92243

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    $2,300,000

    LAND - El Centro, CA

    Lot size:
    46.05 Acres
    Added:
    Jul 21, 2025
    Days on Market:
    297
    Last Refresh:
    May 13 at 9:06 pm

    Property Features for 1444 Us Highway 86

    General Information

    Property type
    Land
    Property subtype
    Other
    Zoning
    A-1-U
    Standard status
    Active
    APN
    054-390-023-000
    Lot size
    46.05 Acres

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    Listing Contact
    Darren Smith

    Listing agent Darren Smith License #01468241

    Listing office Smith-Kandal Real Estate 510 W Main Street, Brawley, CA

    Listing date Jul 21, 2025

    MLS# 25568023IC Listing URL

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    HighLights

    • 46‑acre residential development opportunity.
    • Previously submitted for annexation to Imperial County.
    • Proposed zoning of R‑1 for residential development.
    • Tentative tract map approved for 150 homes.
    • Lots are planned to be 7,500 square feet.
    • Primed for development; ready to go vertical.

    Overview

    This 46.05-acre property presents a single-family residential development opportunity. Previously submitted to the Imperial County Planning and Development services department for annexation, the land is currently zoned A-1-U with a proposed zone of R-1. A tentative tract map exists for 150 homes, each with 7,500 square foot lots. The prior development was stalled due to market conditions. Located in El Centro, California, the property is ready for a developer to continue the project.
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    Current Use by Public Records

    Residential land & home ...

    Suggested Use

    Restaurant Real Estate Agency Building Supply Dental Office Auto Repair Shop Nail Salon Hotel & Motel Gym & Fitness Center Pharmacy Auto Parts Store

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Location Insight

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    • Local Demand
    City
    El Centro
    County
    Imperial
    State
    California
    Longitude
    -115.549688
    Latitude
    32.755155

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Residential land & home lot - 46 acres primed for residential development in El Centro, CA.
    Where is this residential land & home lot located?
    The property is located at 1444 Us Highway 86 El Centro, CA.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $2,300,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: 46‑acre residential development opportunity.; Previously submitted for annexation to Imperial County.; Proposed zoning of R‑1 for residential development.
    (760) 344-2212
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    Listing Contact
    Darren Smith
    Real Estate License ID: 01468241
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    How We Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

    • Recent sale price (if available)
    • Statistical models using comparable sales
    • AI-powered valuation estimates

    Example Calculation

    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

    Disclaimer

    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

    • Cap Rate calculations depend on market data that may change over time
    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

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    Comparable estimate is based on recent sales of similar nearby properties, adjusted for factors like size, condition, and location.

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    Relative property class coefficient uses factors that account for typical price differences between various asset types (e.g., retail vs. industrial) to provide a more accurate market-aligned estimate.

    Geo

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    Stat Estimate

    This method estimates value based on actual market adjusted recent (~5 years) sales of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
    AI Estimate

    This method estimates value based on AI market estimation of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
    Alternative use

    Estimate considers the property’s potential value if used for a different purpose-based on zoning, demand, and market feasibility.

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