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Updated Triplex in Watertown Heart

522 Cross Street Watertown, NY 13601

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For Sale
$230,000

MULTI_FAMILY - Other - Watertown, NY

Property size:
1,958 SF
Lot size:
0.25 Acres
Price / SF:
$117/SF
Added:
Apr 29, 2026
Days on Market:
75
Last Refresh:
Jul 12 at 11:06 am

Property Features for 522 Cross Street

General Information

Property type
Residential Multi Family
Property subtype
Other
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
3
Rooms
Bathroom 2, Bedroom 5, Bathroom 3, Bedroom 2, Bathroom 1, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 4
Patio and Porch features
Porch, Deck, Patio
Exterior features
Deck, Patio
Appliances
ElectricWaterHeater
Standard status
Active
APN
221800-009-000-0001-209-000-0000
Size
1,958 SF
Lot size
0.25 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Annual Amount
2646

Utilities

Heating system
Forced Air, Electric (Heating), Baseboard, Natural Gas
Water source
Public

Building Details

Year built
1900
Floors in Building
2
Number of units
3
Flooring type
Vinyl, Varies, Carpet
Building materials
VinylSiding
Architectural style
Other

Listing agent Noah Taylor License #10401359495

Listing office Keller Williams Northern New York 114 Court Street, East Syracuse, NY

Listing date Apr 29, 2026

MLS# S1676276 Listing URL

Copyright © 2026 New York State Alliance of MLSs, LLC. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.


Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This well-maintained triplex is located in Watertown. It features three units, offering an investment opportunity with immediate income and additional upside. Two units are currently rented: a 2-bedroom downstairs apartment generating $875 per month and a 2-bedroom upper unit bringing in $900 per month. The third unit, a 1-bedroom apartment on the first floor, is currently vacant. Recent improvements include a newly installed roof on the main structure and updates throughout. Bathrooms have been refreshed with new luxury vinyl plank flooring, and the units offer open, functional layouts. The back right unit has been updated with new luxury vinyl flooring and fresh paint, and features a small dining area just off of the kitchen. Exterior porches were freshly painted in April of 2026. The property includes ample off-street parking with a large lot on the left side and additional parking on the right. The backyard is large for a city lot. The property is situated on a lot of approximately 0.25 acres. The building size is approximately 1958 square feet.

Key Highlights

  • 3‑unit triplex in Watertown with two leased 2‑bedroom units: $875/mo (downstairs) and $900/mo (upper), both tenant‑occupied
  • 1‑bedroom unit on the first floor is currently vacant, offering options for owner occupancy or added rental income
  • New roof installed on the main structure, plus recent interior updates including refreshed bathrooms and luxury vinyl plank flooring

Local Financial Insights For Multifamily LT 5

Simulate Cap Rate and NOI

NOI Build-Up
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.

Component $ $/SF
Gross rent $24.7k $12.60
− Vacancy −$1.6k −$0.84
EGI $23.0k $11.76
− OpEx −$6.9k −$3.53
NOI $16.1k $8.23
1,958 SF · lease $12.60/SF/yr · vacancy 6.65% · expense 30.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$230.3K
$201.5K – $268.7K (±1% cap)
NOI $16,121 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.01%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$206.0K
$180.3K – $240.4K (±1% cap)
NOI $14,422 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.27%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$539.7K
$472.3K – $629.7K (±1% cap)
NOI $37,782 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 16.43%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Property Analytics

Location Intelligence

Current Use by Public Records

Triplexes

Suggested Use

Carpet & Flooring Store Pet Grooming Service Cafe & Coffee Shop (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store HVAC Service Garden Center Electrical Service Tanning Salon Grocery & Convenience Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store

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

FAQs

What type of property is this?
Triplex - Well-maintained 3-unit triplex with income potential in Watertown.
Where is this triplex located?
The property is located at 522 Cross Street Watertown, NY.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $230,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 3‑unit triplex in Watertown with two leased 2‑bedroom units: $875/mo (downstairs) and $900/mo (upper), both tenant‑occupied; 1‑bedroom unit on the first floor is currently vacant, offering options for owner occupancy or added rental income; New roof installed on the main structure, plus recent interior updates including refreshed bathrooms and luxury vinyl plank flooring
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