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    1 PARK ST, Ayer, MA 01432

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    Freestanding commercial property in downtown Ayer with redevelopment potential.

    Type:Retail, Office
    Property size:
    5,051 SF
    Price / SF:
    $247/SF
    Added:
    May 21, 2026
    Days on Market:
    8
    Last Refresh:
    May 27 at 8:17 am

    Property Features for 1 PARK ST

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    5,051 SF
    Property subtype
    Retail, Office

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1952

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    Listing Contact
    Duncan Chapman
    Duncan Chapman

    Listing agent Duncan Chapman License #RI REB 16356

    Listing office KW Commerical North Central

    Listing date May 21, 2026

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    HighLights

    • Prime downtown Ayer location, benefiting from revitalization and transit‑oriented development.
    • Exceptional redevelopment potential for commercial or mixed‑use concepts, including multi‑family (12+ units, subject to approvals).
    • Existing drive‑thru infrastructure from previous bank occupancy.
    • Immediate proximity to the Ayer commuter rail station (Fitchburg Line).
    • High visibility with strong regional connectivity via Route 2 and I‑495; steady daily traffic of over 10,000 vpd.
    • Flexible allowed uses: retail, restaurant, office, medical, or financial institution.

    Overview

    Located approximately 35 miles northwest of Boston in the Nashoba Valley region, this freestanding commercial property is positioned in downtown Ayer. The property benefits from downtown revitalization efforts and transit-oriented development initiatives. Previously occupied by a Santander Bank branch, the property features existing drive-thru infrastructure and is located steps from the Ayer commuter rail station along the Fitchburg Line. The site benefits from convenient access to Route 2 and Interstate 495, with a daily traffic count of over 10,000 vehicles per day. The 5,051 square foot property is suitable for a retail franchise, restaurant, office, medical practice, or financial institution. A prior restaurant conversion application had been filed with the Town and later withdrawn without prejudice. The property also presents a redevelopment opportunity for a multifamily project with 12 or more residential units, subject to approvals.

    Financial Insights

    Value Estimation Calculated for Specialty Retail

    Conservative
    $1.05M
    NOI $94,612 @ 9.00% cap · cautious / downside scenario
    Moderate
    $1.35M
    NOI $94,612 @ 7.00% cap · market / base-case scenario
    Aggressive
    $1.89M
    NOI $94,612 @ 5.00% cap · optimistic / upside scenario

    NOI & Cap Rate Calculator

    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.
         Calculated for Specialty Retail

    Component $ $/SF
    Gross rent $136.4k $27.00
    − Vacancy −$10.2k −$2.03
    EGI $126.1k $24.98
    − OpEx −$31.5k −$6.24
    NOI $94.6k $18.73
    5,051 SF · lease $27.00/SF/yr · vacancy 7.50% · expense 25.00%

    Alternative Use Scenarios

    Best Use
    Specialty Retail
    $1.35M
    $1.18M – $1.58M (±1% cap)
    NOI $94,612 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.57%
    Second Best
    Retail
    $1.04M
    $907.5K – $1.21M (±1% cap)
    NOI $72,597 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.81%
    Theoretical Best
    Office A
    $2.99M
    $2.62M – $3.49M (±1% cap)
    NOI $209,312 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 16.74%
    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.
    Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Santander Bank ATM Atm

    Suggested Use

    Restaurant Real Estate Agency Law Firm Building Supply Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Big Box & Wholesale Store Auto Repair Shop Hair Salon Nail Salon

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

    Location Insight

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    • Local Demand
    City
    Ayer
    County
    Middlesex
    State
    Massachusetts
    Longitude
    -71.5898467
    Latitude
    42.5602999

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Retail property - Freestanding commercial property in downtown Ayer with redevelopment potential.
    Where is this retail property located?
    The property is located at 1 PARK ST Ayer, MA.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $1,250,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Prime downtown Ayer location, benefiting from revitalization and transit‑oriented development.; Exceptional redevelopment potential for commercial or mixed‑use concepts, including multi‑family (12+ units, subject to approvals).; Existing drive‑thru infrastructure from previous bank occupancy.
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    Real Estate License ID: RI REB 16356
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    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.
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    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.

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    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

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    • 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
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    Estimate considers the property’s potential value if used for a different purpose-based on zoning, demand, and market feasibility.

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