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    311 S Academy, Cary, NC 27540

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    Stand-alone 1,782 SF building on 0.43 acres in Downtown Cary.

    Type:Retail
    Property size:
    1,782 SF
    Added:
    Nov 26, 2025
    Days on Market:
    168
    Last Refresh:
    Apr 5 at 9:16 pm

    Property Features for 311 S Academy

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    1,782 SF
    Property subtype
    Retail

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    Chip Lanier
    Chip Lanier

    Listing agent Chip Lanier

    Listing office Lee & Associates | Raleigh

    Listing date Nov 26, 2025

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    HighLights

    • Prime downtown Cary location adjacent to Downtown Cary Park.
    • Unique historic building built in 1925.
    • Stand‑alone 1,782 SF building on 0.43 acres.
    • Includes a partially finished basement/garage.
    • Rich with local heritage as the former home and office of Dr. J.P. Hunter.
    • Exterior structure included.

    Overview

    The property at 311 S. Academy Street in Cary, NC, is a 1,782 SF stand-alone building situated on 0.43 acres. It includes a partially finished basement/garage and exterior structure. Located in Downtown Cary, it is adjacent to the Downtown Cary Park. Built in 1925, the building was originally the home and office of Dr. J.P. Hunter. This historic gem offers both charm and a prime location, preserving a piece of Cary’s history within its character. It presents a rare opportunity for a modern business to occupy a site rich with local heritage. Combining historic charm with unmatched accessibility, 311 S. Academy Street is one of downtown Cary’s most distinctive and versatile properties.
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    Current Use by Public Records

    Alisa Huffman MSW, ... Law Firm Capital Financial Resources Financial Advisor Granados Law Law Firm Brett Thompson Law Firm Brick Industry Association Sustainability Organization

    Suggested Use

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

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

    Similar Places Nearby

    • Flowers by Bob Strother — 407 e chatham st, cary, nc 27511
    • Cary Florist — 100 Parkthrough St, Cary, NC 27511
    • Brides & Bouquets — 604 E Chatham St # A, Cary, NC 27511
    • Strother Floral Gallery — 407 e chatham st, cary, nc 27511
    • Nelson's Blooms — 407 E Chatham St, Cary, NC 27511

    Location Insight

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    City
    Cary
    County
    Wake
    State
    North Carolina
    Longitude
    -78.7808
    Latitude
    35.7843

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Storefront property - Stand-alone 1,782 SF building on 0.43 acres in Downtown Cary.
    Where is this storefront property located?
    The property is located at 311 S Academy Cary, NC.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Prime downtown Cary location adjacent to Downtown Cary Park.; Unique historic building built in 1925.; Stand‑alone 1,782 SF building on 0.43 acres.
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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
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    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.

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    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
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    • 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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    • 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
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    • 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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