Historic Church
For Sale
$1,400,000
2716 Mechanics Avenue, Thunderbolt, GA 31404
Commercial Sale, Thunderbolt, GA
Property Size3,200 SF
Lot Size0.27 Acres
Price / SF$437.50
Days on Market152
Property Features for 2716 Mechanics Avenue
General Information
Property type
Commercial Sale
Property subtype
Other
Zoning
R1
Zoning description
Single Family
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
4
Full bathrooms
4
Rooms
Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 4, Bathroom 3, Bedroom 2
Interior features
Programmable Thermostat
Appliances
Some Electric Appliances, Some Gas Appliances, Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Wine Cooler
Directions
Victory Drive towards Thunderbolt. Turn right on Mechanics. 2716 is on the left.
Standard status
Active
APN
3000412020
Size
3,200 SF
Lot size
0.27 Acres
Taxes and HOA fees
Tax Year
2024
Tax Description
LOT B SUB OF LOTS 13 THRU 16 SUB M&M LAND CO SMB 40S 74 .27AC
Tax Annual Amount
5373
Legal Description
LOT B SUB OF LOTS 13 THRU 16 SUB M&M LAND CO SMB 40S 74 .27AC
Utilities
Utilities
Cable Available
Sewer type
Public Sewer
Heating system
Central, Electric (Heating)
Cooling system
Central Air, Electric
Water source
Public
Building Details
Year built
1902
Floors in Building
2
Building materials
Concrete, Wood Siding
Roof type
Composition, Asphalt
Architectural style
Other
Listing Agency:
Engel & Volkers
(912) 238-0874
Listed By:
Jessica L. Kelly · License #270287
(912) 441-9101
Added: Apr 6
Changed: Aug 19
Last Checked: Sep 4 at 7:06PM
MLS# SA352932
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
Built in 1902, this 3,200-square-foot former church property combines historic architectural elements with a reconfigured four-bedroom interior. The principal open room features original stained-glass windows, while a designer kitchen includes a pass-through layout and a wine cooler. A newer addition provides multiple private suites and supports separation between shared and private areas. The property includes four bathrooms, central heating and cooling, concrete and wood siding construction, and composition and asphalt roofing.
Set on 0.27 acres at 2716 Mechanics Avenue in Thunderbolt, the property has a large private backyard with a mature oak. Public water and public sewer serve the site, and cable is available. The interior includes a mix of electric and gas appliances, including a range, oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, dryer, and gas water heater.
Set on 0.27 acres at 2716 Mechanics Avenue in Thunderbolt, the property has a large private backyard with a mature oak. Public water and public sewer serve the site, and cable is available. The interior includes a mix of electric and gas appliances, including a range, oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, dryer, and gas water heater.
Key Highlights
- 3,200‑square‑foot church property originally built in 1902
- Reconfigured interior with 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms
- Original stained‑glass windows in the open main space
Financial Insights
Estimated NOI and Cap Rate
NOI = area × lease_rate × (100 − vacancy) / 100 × (1 − expense_ratio). Net Operating Income — what the owner takes home each year before mortgage payments and income tax. Effective rent (asking rent minus vacancy losses) minus operating costs (taxes, insurance, maintenance, management).
NOI / Yr
$44,489
Cap rate = NOI / list price × 100. Capitalization rate — annual return on a fully cash purchase, before financing. NOI divided by price. Higher means more income per dollar invested, but usually also more risk or older condition. 5–8% is typical for stabilized commercial property; double digits often signal distressed deals.
Cap Rate
3.18%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap rates vary significantly by property type, market, and asset quality.
Typical U.S. stable-market ranges:
Multifamily — 4.5% to 6.5% (Class A in primary markets often sub-5%; Class C in secondary markets 6%+)
Industrial / Logistics — 5.0% to 7.0% (compressed heavily in recent years due to e-commerce demand)
Office — 6.5% to 9%+ (wide spread post-2020; CBD Class A vs. suburban Class B varies dramatically)
Retail — 5.5% to 8.5% (grocery-anchored on the low end, unanchored strip centers higher)
Hospitality / Hotels — 7.5% to 10%+ (higher due to operational risk)
Self-Storage — 5.5% to 7.5%
Medical Office — 6.0% to 7.5%
Net Lease (single tenant, credit) — 5.0% to 7.0% depending on tenant credit and lease term
Rules of thumb:
Primary markets (NYC, SF, LA, Boston, DC) trade at lower cap rates than secondary/tertiary markets, often by 100–200 bps (bps, aka basis points; 1 bp = 0.01%).
Class A assets trade ~50–150 bps tighter than Class B, and Class B tighter than Class C.
Cap rates move inversely with price — a lower cap rate means a higher price for the same NOI.
Spread to the 10-year Treasury is a common benchmark; historically 200–400 bps over the 10-year.
Cap Rate 5%
$889,780
$889.8K
Cap Rate 7%
$635,557
$635.6K
Cap Rate 9%
$494,322
$494.3K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 3,200 SF
Vacancy — income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year, subtracted from gross rent.
EGI (Effective Gross Income) — gross rent minus vacancy losses, the realistic income before paying operating costs.
OpEx (Operating Expenses) — recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management); excludes financing and capital improvements.
NOI (Net Operating Income) — income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.
Gross rent
$71.0K $22.20/SF
− Vacancy
−$11.7K −$3.66/SF
EGI
$59.3K $18.54/SF
− OpEx
−$14.8K −$4.63/SF
NOI
$44.5K $13.90/SF
Area
Chatham County, GA
Vacancy
16.50%
Lease Rate
$22.20 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
25.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap rates vary significantly by property type, market, and asset quality.
Typical U.S. stable-market ranges:
Multifamily — 4.5% to 6.5% (Class A in primary markets often sub-5%; Class C in secondary markets 6%+)
Industrial / Logistics — 5.0% to 7.0% (compressed heavily in recent years due to e-commerce demand)
Office — 6.5% to 9%+ (wide spread post-2020; CBD Class A vs. suburban Class B varies dramatically)
Retail — 5.5% to 8.5% (grocery-anchored on the low end, unanchored strip centers higher)
Hospitality / Hotels — 7.5% to 10%+ (higher due to operational risk)
Self-Storage — 5.5% to 7.5%
Medical Office — 6.0% to 7.5%
Net Lease (single tenant, credit) — 5.0% to 7.0% depending on tenant credit and lease term
Rules of thumb:
Primary markets (NYC, SF, LA, Boston, DC) trade at lower cap rates than secondary/tertiary markets, often by 100–200 bps (bps, aka basis points; 1 bp = 0.01%).
Class A assets trade ~50–150 bps tighter than Class B, and Class B tighter than Class C.
Cap rates move inversely with price — a lower cap rate means a higher price for the same NOI.
Spread to the 10-year Treasury is a common benchmark; historically 200–400 bps over the 10-year.
Cap Rate 5%
$889,780
Cap Rate 7%
$635,557
Cap Rate 9%
$494,322
Alternative Uses
Best Use
Office B
$635.6K
$556.1K – $741.5K
NOI $44,489 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.18%
Second Best
Mixed Use
$517.6K
$452.9K – $603.9K
NOI $36,234 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 2.59%
Theoretical Best
Warehouse
$2.99M
$2.62M – $3.49M
NOI $209,343 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 14.95%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.
Property Analytics
Property Profile
Current Use
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
540
Businesses Nearby
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Demographics for 31404, GA
31,530
Population
14,427
Households
2.2
Avg Household Size
35
Median Age
28%
College-Educated
89%
High-School Grad
13.7 sq mi
ZIP Area
2,301
Density / Sq Mi
$49,805
Median Household Income
$31,620
Median Earnings
$1,199
Median Rent
$193,100
Median Home Value
Market
Vacancy Rate% for Office in South region
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Church & religious facility - Original stained glass, a designer kitchen, and private suites combine architectural character with flexible interior use.
Where is this church & religious facility located?
The property is located at 2716 Mechanics Avenue Thunderbolt, GA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,400,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 3,200‑square‑foot church property originally built in 1902; Reconfigured interior with 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms; Original stained‑glass windows in the open main space
