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    425 1st St Solvang, CA 93463

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    $2,000,000

    LAND - Solvang, CA

    Lot size:
    0.49 Acres
    Added:
    Apr 27, 2026
    Days on Market:
    9
    Last Refresh:
    May 5 at 10:06 am

    Property Features for 425 1st St

    General Information

    Property type
    Land
    Property subtype
    Other
    Standard status
    Active
    APN
    139-192-024
    Lot size
    0.49 Acres

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    Hooman Emanuel
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    Listing agent Hooman Emanuel License #01200237

    Listing office Keller Williams Studio City 12711 Ventura Blvd. Suite 110, Studio City, CA

    Listing date Apr 27, 2026

    MLS# 26816075 Listing URL

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    Overview

    Solvang Development Site For Sale

    Located one block from Copenhagen Drive in Solvang, this 21,344 SF development site at 425 1st Street offers a development opportunity in the city's high-traffic tourism corridor. The property, formerly the Water Wheel building and scheduled for demolition, is a clean-slate opportunity for various uses, including a boutique hotel, mixed-use development, residential units, or senior housing. Situated in the Santa Ynez Valley, the site benefits from tourism demand and walkability to shops, restaurants, and tasting rooms. There is a lack of new boutique hotel supply in the area. The VMU (Village Mixed Use) zoning provides flexibility for multiple development strategies, with the potential to increase density through California State Density Bonus Law (buyer to verify). The lot size is 0.49 acres.
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    Current Use by Public Records

    Commercial land

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Law Firm Restaurant Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Auto Repair Shop Gym & Fitness Center

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

    Location Insight

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    City
    Solvang
    County
    Santa Barbara
    State
    California
    Longitude
    -120.140442
    Latitude
    34.594382

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Commercial land - 21,344 SF development site in Solvang's tourism corridor.
    Where is this commercial land located?
    The property is located at 425 1st St Solvang, CA.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $2,000,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Prime 21,344 SF VMU development site in Solvang's high‑traffic tourism corridor.; Rare clean‑slate opportunity for boutique hotel, mixed‑use, residential, or senior housing development.; Located in the highly desirable Santa Ynez Valley with strong tourism demand.
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    Real Estate License ID: 01200237
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    Realmo CapRate Calculation

    Realmo calculates the Capitalization Rate (Cap Rate) to help estimate a property's potential return on investment. The Cap Rate is a fundamental metric in commercial real estate that measures the relationship between a property's net operating income and its market value.

    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

    Professional Guidance Recommended: Before making any investment or financial decisions, consult with licensed appraisers, commercial real estate brokers, and financial advisors who can evaluate your specific property and circumstances.
    By using this feature, you acknowledge that Realmo is not responsible for investment decisions or actions taken based on these estimates.

    Cap approach

    Capitalization Method calculates value based on estimated net operating income (NOI) and applying a market-based capitalization rate (cap rate), we estimate what a typical investor might be willing to pay for it.

    Comparable approach

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

    Relative

    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

    Comparable Sales Method, enhanced by Geo coefficients — location-based adjustment factors that reflect differences in price levels across neighborhoods, cities, or regions ensuring a more accurate, market-sensitive valuation.

    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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