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    117 French Ave Sanford, FL 32771

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    For Sale
    $1,000,000

    Historic Victorian, High Traffic, Huge Potential

    Property size:
    1,902 SF

    Property Features for 117 French Ave

    General Information

    Property type
    Retail properties & Spaces
    Square Feet
    1,902 SF
    Lot Size
    21,780 SF

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1914

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    Mike Palombi
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    Listing Agency: COLDWELL BANKER REALTY Listing Agent: Mike Palombi

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    Overview

    This exceptional Sanford, FL retail property offers a unique investment opportunity. Located at 117 S French Avenue, this 1,902 square foot, recently renovated Victorian building sits on a combined half-acre lot (including the adjacent 120 Laurel Ave parcel). Boasting high ceilings and elegant charm, the 1914 structure is zoned SC3, allowing for diverse uses including retail, office, restaurant, residential, and professional services. The property enjoys a prime location on French Avenue, a high-traffic area with over 25,000 vehicles daily, as you enter historic Downtown Sanford. Currently configured as a restaurant/bar, it features a large patio ideal for events, a spacious covered balcony, and an elegant courtyard dining area with ample indoor and outdoor seating. While the kitchen is compact, it efficiently serves the establishment's needs. The building's systems are modern, with a new HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and roof installed in 2018. The adjacent lot, currently used for vehicle storage, presents significant development potential. The property is offered at $1,000,000 with possible seller financing. The building is also potentially movable. This full city block property with two corner lots presents a rare chance to own a piece of Sanford's vibrant downtown.
    Property Profile Insight Report Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Verified Tax Services Accounting Firm Verified Transport Freight Service Alliance Home Realty Real Estate Agency

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Restaurant Law Firm 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
    Sanford
    County
    Seminole
    State
    Florida
    Longitude
    -81.27293
    Latitude
    28.81101

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    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

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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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