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    244 E Park Ave Lake Wales, FL 33853

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    For Sale
    $1,650,000

    Mixed-use building with commercial suites and residential apartments in downtown.

    Lot size:
    0.12 Acres

    Property Features for 244 E Park Ave

    General Information

    Property type
    Investment
    Standard status
    Active
    Lot size
    0.12 Acres

    Building Details

    Year built
    1915

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    Listing Contact
    Dolores Vogel
    Dolores Vogel
    Source: Elliman

    Listing Agency: Legacy Real Estate Center, Inc Listing Agent: Dolores Vogel

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    Overview

    Historic Lake Wales Mixed-Use Building

    This mixed-use building, constructed in 1915, represents a piece of Lake Wales history. The building features two commercial suites on the ground floor, currently occupied by long-term tenants. Upstairs, there are four apartments, each equipped with in-unit laundry, modern kitchens with new appliances, original hardwood flooring, timeless baths, spacious rooms, and high ceilings. The building maintains its historic character and charm. Situated in downtown Lake Wales, the property benefits from a walkable streetscape with brick-paved streets and park-like settings. The city is in the process of designating downtown Lake Wales as an Arts, Cultural & Entertainment (ACE) District. The building was one of the first two brick-and-mortar buildings in Lake Wales. The villagers gathered upstairs in what was then the Masonic Hall on the night of April 27, 1917 to sign a petition to the Legislature for the issuance of a city charter. The Legislature responded by incorporating the City, whose charter was signed into law by Governor Sidney J. Catts on May 28, 1917.
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    Current Use by Public Records

    Green Boppo Disposal ... Corporate Office Brian Harris Florida ... Real Estate Agency T & Z CLEANING ... Hardware & Home Improvement Shaw Hugh Insurance Agency

    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.

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    City
    Lake Wales
    County
    Polk
    State
    Florida
    Longitude
    -81.5871606
    Latitude
    27.9024609

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Mixed-use property - Mixed-use building with commercial suites and residential apartments in downtown.
    Where is this mixed-use property located?
    The property is located at 244 E Park Ave Lake Wales, FL.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $1,650,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: - Historic Significance: The J.T. Rhodes Building, built in 1915, is one of Lake Wales' original brick buildings.; - Mixed-Use Property: Features two commercial suites and four residential apartments, providing diverse income streams.; - Fully Renovated: Painstaking historic preservation and modern updates, including new appliances and in-unit laundry, while maintaining original hardwood floors.
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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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    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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    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
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    Real Estate License ID: 621090
    (863) 632-5573 (863) 676-0200
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