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    143 Water St Stonington, CT 06378

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    For Sale
    $1,375,000

    Iconic restaurant property in Stonington Borough with historic charm.

    Lot size:
    0.07 Acres

    Property Features for 143 Water St

    General Information

    Lot size
    0.07 Acres

    Building Details

    Year built
    1850

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    Listing Contact
    Kris Whelan
    Source: Elliman

    Listing Agency: Switz Real Estate Associates Listing Agent: Kris Whelan

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    Overview

    Stonington Borough Restaurant Opportunity

    Located at 143 Water Street, Stonington, CT, Water Street Cafe presents a rare investment opportunity in the heart of Stonington Borough. This three-story restaurant property, originally built in 1850, blends historic charm with modern enhancements. The property has been meticulously maintained and thoughtfully updated to preserve its timeless character while maximizing efficiency and appeal. Recent renovations include new Andersen windows and a fully modernized kitchen, ensuring an elevated experience for both guests and operators.
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    Current Use by Public Records

    Water Street Cafe Restaurant

    Suggested Use

    Law Firm Real Estate Agency Restaurant Spa & Massage Center Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Accounting Firm Kitchen & Bath Showroom Skin Care Clinic

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

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    City
    Stonington
    County
    New London
    State
    Connecticut
    Longitude
    -71.9066829
    Latitude
    41.3349178

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Restaurant - Iconic restaurant property in Stonington Borough with historic charm.
    Where is this restaurant located?
    The property is located at 143 Water St Stonington, CT.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $1,375,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: - Iconic restaurant property in the heart of Stonington Borough at 143 Water Street.; - Rare two-fold investment opportunity.; - Historic charm blended with modern enhancements.
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    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:

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    • 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.

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    • 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
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    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

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    • 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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    • 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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