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    6396 Melton Road Portage, IN 46368

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    $120,000

    LAND - Portage, IN

    Lot size:
    1.00 Acre
    Added:
    May 5, 2026
    Days on Market:
    2
    Last Refresh:
    May 6 at 2:06 am

    Property Features for 6396 Melton Road

    General Information

    Property type
    Land
    Property subtype
    Other
    Standard status
    Active
    APN
    640501426008000016
    Lot size
    1.00 Acre

    Taxes and HOA fees

    Tax Year
    2024
    Tax Description
    PAR IN S186.8 N934.80 W233.2 E1221.6 N1/2 SE 1-36-7 1A
    Tax Annual Amount
    1845

    Utilities

    Utilities
    Cable Available
    Sewer type
    Public Sewer
    Water source
    Public

    Building Details

    Year built
    1900

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    Listing Contact
    Nikola Trajceski
    Nikola Trajceski

    Listing agent Nikola Trajceski License #RB19001195

    Listing office Listing Leaders 410 Lincolnway, Valparaiso, IN

    Listing date May 5, 2026

    MLS# 838335

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    Overview

    Prime Highway Frontage Land

    This is a one-acre lot located on US Highway 20 (Melton Rd) in Portage, Indiana. The property is zoned BP - Business Park, with potential for additional permitted uses or variances through the city. Utilities are already on site. The location is suitable for development opportunities including an office/warehouse, semi-truck service shop or terminal, assembly and distribution facility, manufacturing, and auto sales. The property is located just South of I-94, offering accessibility and exposure with an average daily traffic count of over 20,000 vehicles (2024). It is located 45 minutes from Chicago and 5 minutes from Lake Michigan and the South Shore Line, surrounded by national retailers and businesses including Bass Pro Shops, Starbucks, Dunkin', and Taco Bell. Future city infrastructure and development plans are in place.
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    Current Use by Public Records

    Commercial land

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Restaurant Law Firm Dental Office Hair Salon Building Supply Auto Repair Shop Gym & Fitness Center Skin Care Clinic Big Box & Wholesale Store

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

    Location Insight

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    City
    Portage
    County
    Porter
    State
    Indiana
    Longitude
    -87.168159
    Latitude
    41.599095

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Commercial land - One-acre lot on US Highway 20 in Portage, Indiana.
    Where is this commercial land located?
    The property is located at 6396 Melton Road Portage, IN.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $120,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: PRIME 1‑acre lot on highly traveled US Highway 20 (Melton Rd) with high visibility (20,000+ vehicles daily).; Utilities are already on site, simplifying development.; Zoned BP - Business Park, suitable for diverse development opportunities.
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    Nikola Trajceski
    Real Estate License ID: RB19001195
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    Realmo estimates a property’s market value using a proprietary methodology that incorporates public data and user-submitted information. This cumulative value is generated by integrating a variety of conventional and innovative methods. 

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    Realmo AI Method estimates property value using machine learning models trained on millions of comparable listings, transactions, and market signals. It analyzes property features, location intelligence data, and current market dynamics to predict the most probable market value in real time.

    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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