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Updated Triplex With Separate Meters
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$299,000

6838 S Nogales Highway, Tucson, AZ 85756

Residential Income, Ranch, Tucson, AZ

Property Size1,609 SF
Lot Size0.34 Acres
Price / SF$185.83
Days on Market49

Property Features for 6838 S Nogales Highway

General Information

Property type Residential Multi Family
Property subtype Triplex
Zoning Tucson - C2
Parking 3
Fencing Chain Link
Appliances Electric Range
Subdivision Golden Dawn Farms
Lot features East/ West Exposure
View City
Elementary school Elvira
Middle school Challenger
High school Desert View
Elementary school district Sunnyside
Middle school district Sunnyside
High school district Sunnyside
Directions From E Valencia Rd & S Nogales Hwy.: Head South on S Nogales Hwy. Pass E Aragon Rd. Property will be on the right.
Standard status Active
APN 138-16-0300
Size 1,609 SF
Lot size 0.34 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year 2025
Tax Description Golden Dawn Farms N75' Of Lot 24 Exc W290.4' (10434/1529)
Legal Description Golden Dawn Farms N75' Of Lot 24 Exc W290.4' (10434/1529)

Utilities

Water source Public

Building Details

Year built 1955
Number of units 3
Flooring type Tile - Ceramic
Building materials Block, Frame - Stucco
Roof type Shingle
Architectural style Ranch
Listing Agency: Tierra Antigua Realty
Listed By: Erick Quintero
Added: Jul 27 Changed: Sep 13 Last Checked: Sep 13 at 12:06PM
MLS# 22618320

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This 1,609-square-foot triplex contains three residential units: one two-bedroom, one-bath residence and two one-bedroom, one-bath residences. Built in 1955 with ranch-style architecture, the property includes block and frame-stucco construction, ceramic tile flooring, shingle roofing, chain-link fencing, public water, and an electric range. Recent work includes windows, doors, cabinets, mini-split systems, tile, stucco, drywall, and roofing.

Each unit has separate electric and water meters, with tenants responsible for those utilities. All three units are occupied, and the property includes on-site parking. The 0.34-acre property is located at 6838 S Nogales Highway in Tucson, with access to nearby shopping, dining, and major roadways. Zoning is Tucson - C2.

Key Highlights

  • Three‑unit mix includes one 2‑bedroom, 1‑bath unit and two 1‑bedroom, 1‑bath units
  • 1,609 square feet on 0.34 acres
  • All units are currently occupied

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
$18,030
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
6.03%
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%
$360,600 $360.6K
Cap Rate 7%
$257,571 $257.6K
Cap Rate 9%
$200,333 $200.3K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 1,609 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
$28.0K $17.40/SF
− Vacancy
−$2.2K −$1.39/SF
EGI
$25.8K $16.01/SF
− OpEx
−$7.7K −$4.80/SF
NOI
$18.0K $11.21/SF
Area
Tucson, AZ
Vacancy
8.00%
Lease Rate
$17.40 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
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%
$360,600
Cap Rate 7%
$257,571
Cap Rate 9%
$200,333

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$257.6K
$225.4K – $300.5K (±1% cap)
NOI $18,030 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.03%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$236.2K
$206.7K – $275.6K (±1% cap)
NOI $16,533 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.53%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$418.0K
$365.7K – $487.7K (±1% cap)
NOI $29,259 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 9.79%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

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Current Use

Triplexes

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Law Firm Restaurant Building Supply Big Box & Wholesale Store Spa & Massage Center

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

3
Residential units
100%
Occupancy
Yes
Utilities to site

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

195
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 85756, AZ

35,345
Population
12,772
Households
2.8
Avg Household Size
36
Median Age
19%
College-Educated
83%
High-School Grad
93.7 sq mi
ZIP Area
377
Density / Sq Mi
$67,617
Median Household Income
$38,648
Median Earnings
$1,256
Median Rent
$210,800
Median Home Value
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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in West region

7% 2022
7.8% 2023
8.6% 2024
8.6% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Triplex - Three occupied units offer one two-bedroom layout and two one-bedroom layouts with on-site parking.
Where is this triplex located?
The property is located at 6838 S Nogales Highway Tucson, AZ.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $299,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Three‑unit mix includes one 2‑bedroom, 1‑bath unit and two 1‑bedroom, 1‑bath units; 1,609 square feet on 0.34 acres; All units are currently occupied
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