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5-Unit Apartment Building

1221 Sumner Ave, North Charleston, SC 29406

For Sale
$825,000

Three long-term rentals and two short-term rentals provide distinct operating formats within the same property.

Property Size2,000 SF
Price / SF$412.50
Days on Market129

Property Features for 1221 Sumner Ave

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 2,000 SF
Property subtype Multi-Family
Occupancy 100%

Units

Unit Mix 5 x 1BR/1BA
Multifamily Units 5

Additional Details

Highway Access Yes
Tenant in Place Yes

Building Details

Year Built 1973
Year Renovated 2024
Construction concrete block
Listing Agency: Maven Realty
Listed By: Jacob Adamczak
Source: Yourcharlestonhomelistings
Added: Jul 6 Changed: Nov 10 Last Checked: Nov 10 at 2:26PM

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This 2,000-square-foot apartment property contains five one-bedroom, one-bathroom units. Three are operated as long-term rentals and two as short-term rentals; all five are leased. Units C, D, and E received renovations in 2024, including updates to finishes and building systems. The structure was built in 1973 with concrete block construction, a shingle roof, Romex wiring, and PVC/PEX plumbing.

The property is in Flood Zone X and is located near Park Circle’s dining, breweries, and neighborhood retail. Rivers Avenue (US-52), I-526, and I-26 provide routes to Downtown Charleston, Daniel Island, and the wider Charleston area. Nearby employment destinations include Boeing, Joint Base Charleston, Mercedes-Benz Vans, Charleston International Airport, and the Naval Yard redevelopment corridor.

Key Highlights

  • Five one‑bedroom, one‑bathroom apartments totaling 2,000 square feet
  • All five units are leased: three long‑term rentals and two short‑term rentals
  • Units C, D, and E renovated in 2024

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$24,605
Cap Rate
2.98%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$492,100 $492.1K
Cap Rate 7%
$351,500 $351.5K
Cap Rate 9%
$273,389 $273.4K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 2,000 SF
Gross rent
$48.0K $24.00/SF
− Vacancy
−$3.3K −$1.63/SF
EGI
$44.7K $22.37/SF
− OpEx
−$20.1K −$10.07/SF
NOI
$24.6K $12.30/SF
Area
North Charleston, SC
Vacancy
6.80%
Lease Rate
$24.00 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
45.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$492,100
Cap Rate 7%
$351,500
Cap Rate 9%
$273,389

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Apartment 5plus
$351.5K
$307.6K – $410.1K (±1% cap)
NOI $24,605 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 2.98%
Second Best
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no second resolved use
Theoretical Best
Office A
$543.1K
$475.2K – $633.6K (±1% cap)
NOI $38,016 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.61%
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Lease Details

5
Residential units
100%
Occupancy
Yes
Highway access

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

45
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 29406, SC

32,730
Population
14,542
Households
2.3
Avg Household Size
32
Median Age
23%
College-Educated
82%
High-School Grad
15.3 sq mi
ZIP Area
2,139
Density / Sq Mi
$50,640
Median Household Income
$36,741
Median Earnings
$1,305
Median Rent
$209,700
Median Home Value
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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in South region

8.5% 2022
10.2% 2023
11.4% 2024
11.3% 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Apartment building - Three long-term rentals and two short-term rentals provide distinct operating formats within the same property.
Where is this apartment building located?
The property is located at 1221 Sumner Ave North Charleston, SC.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $825,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Five one‑bedroom, one‑bathroom apartments totaling 2,000 square feet; All five units are leased: three long‑term rentals and two short‑term rentals; Units C, D, and E renovated in 2024
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