Insulated Self-Storage Condo
For Sale
$138,600
1127 S 31st St W Unit U-D1, Billings, MT 59102
COMMERCIAL - Billings, MT
Property Size1,100 SF
Price / SF$126
Days on Market319
Property Features for 1127 S 31st St W Unit U-D1
General Information
Property type
Commercial Sale
Property subtype
Other
Zoning description
Light Industrial
Parking features
Parking Lot
Security features
Security
Subdivision
GABEL ROAD COMMERCIAL CENTER S
Directions
Gabel Road, then North on S 31st Street W. Storage facility is at end of road next to SteepWorld.
Standard status
Active
APN
A36967B
Taxes and HOA fees
Tax Description
GABEL ROAD COMMERCIAL CENTER SUBD, S13, T01 S, R25 E, BLOCK 1, Lot 10A1, AMD BLK 1 LTS 7-9, 10A,11A (18) BLDG D UNIT U-D1 1.73% COMMON AREA INTEREST
Tax Annual Amount
1670
Legal Description
GABEL ROAD COMMERCIAL CENTER SUBD, S13, T01 S, R25 E, BLOCK 1, Lot 10A1, AMD BLK 1 LTS 7-9, 10A,11A (18) BLDG D UNIT U-D1 1.73% COMMON AREA INTEREST
Utilities
Sewer type
Public Sewer
Heating system
Natural Gas
Water source
Public
Amenities
gated access
24/7 video surveillance
on-site RV dump station
indoor restroom
Building Details
Year built
2020
Floors in Building
1
Building materials
Steel
Roof type
Metal
Listing Agency:
Yellowstone Valley RE LLC
(406) 534-2860
Listed By:
Jason Wood · License #RRE-RBS-LIC-71019
(406) 850-2675
Added: Oct 8, 2025
Changed: Aug 19
Last Checked: Aug 22 at 9:06AM
MLS# 355919
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
Unit U-D1 is a 2020 steel condominium storage unit with an insulated 22' x 50' interior. The space includes a 14' automatic overhead door with opener, a ceiling-mounted natural gas radiant heater, ample lighting, and abundant electrical outlets. Owners also have access to an indoor restroom in the facility clubhouse.
The property is located in Billings' West End, minutes from I-90 and within town. Site features include gated entry, 24/7 video surveillance, a large paved parking lot with room for maneuvering, and an on-site RV dump station. Public water and public sewer serve the facility, while the metal roof and parking lot are maintained through the property's CAM structure.
The property is located in Billings' West End, minutes from I-90 and within town. Site features include gated entry, 24/7 video surveillance, a large paved parking lot with room for maneuvering, and an on-site RV dump station. Public water and public sewer serve the facility, while the metal roof and parking lot are maintained through the property's CAM structure.
Key Highlights
- Insulated 22' x 50' condominium storage unit
- 14' automatic overhead door with opener
- 2020 steel construction with a metal roof
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
$9,023
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
6.51%
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%
$180,460
$180.5K
Cap Rate 7%
$128,900
$128.9K
Cap Rate 9%
$100,256
$100.3K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 1,100 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
$13.9K $12.60/SF
− Vacancy
−$970 −$0.88/SF
EGI
$12.9K $11.72/SF
− OpEx
−$3.9K −$3.52/SF
NOI
$9.0K $8.20/SF
Area
Billings, MT
Vacancy
7.00%
Lease Rate
$12.60 /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%
$180,460
Cap Rate 7%
$128,900
Cap Rate 9%
$100,256
Alternative Uses
Best Use
Self Storage
$128.9K
$112.8K – $150.4K
NOI $9,023 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.51%
Second Best
Warehouse
$102.7K
$89.8K – $119.8K
NOI $7,186 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.18%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$240.0K
$210.0K – $280.0K
NOI $16,801 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 12.12%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.
Property Analytics
Property Profile
Current Use
Lease Details
Yes
Fenced yard
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
478
Businesses Nearby
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Demographics for 59102, MT
48,133
Population
22,706
Households
2.1
Avg Household Size
41
Median Age
43%
College-Educated
97%
High-School Grad
15.0 sq mi
ZIP Area
3,209
Density / Sq Mi
$75,140
Median Household Income
$43,203
Median Earnings
$1,148
Median Rent
$307,400
Median Home Value
Market
Vacancy Rate% for Industrial in West region
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Self storage facility - Gated access, video surveillance, and an on-site RV dump station support secure storage operations.
Where is this self storage facility located?
The property is located at 1127 S 31st St W Unit U-D1 Billings, MT.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $138,600.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Insulated 22' x 50' condominium storage unit; 14' automatic overhead door with opener; 2020 steel construction with a metal roof
