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    1523 N Cotner Blvd, Lincoln, NE 68505

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    $285,000

    Fully leased mixed-use property with stable, growing income.

    Type:Retail - Street Retail
    Property size:
    1,975 SF
    Price / SF:
    $144/SF
    Added:
    May 14, 2026
    Days on Market:
    17
    Last Refresh:
    May 14 at 4:50 am

    Property Features for 1523 N Cotner Blvd

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    1,975 SF
    Property subtype
    Retail - Street Retail

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1915

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    Listing Contact
    Jared Froehlich

    Listing agent Jared Froehlich

    Listing office NAI FMA Realty

    Listing date May 14, 2026

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    HighLights

    • Fully leased mixed‑use investment property providing immediate income.
    • New 5‑year retail lease renewal with annual rent increases ensures stable and growing income.
    • Attractive 6.6% cap rate.
    • Located on N. Cotner Boulevard with strong visibility and accessibility.
    • Recent property improvements enhance value and appeal.
    • Mix of street‑level retail (1,000 SF) and second‑floor residential (975 SF) units.

    Overview

    Located along N. Cotner Boulevard near the intersection of Cotner Blvd. and Holdrege Street, this mixed-use property benefits from strong neighborhood visibility and accessibility in east Lincoln. The area is a well-established mix of residential and neighborhood commercial uses, supporting consistent local traffic and demand for service-oriented retail. Its central location provides convenient access to major east Lincoln corridors and surrounding residential density, making it an attractive location for both tenants and investors. The property consists of a 1,975 SF building featuring approximately 1,000 SF of street-level retail space and 975 SF of second-floor residential units. The retail tenant recently executed a new five-year lease renewal with annual rent increases, providing stable and growing income. With recent property improvements and a strong occupancy profile, this asset offers an attractive opportunity for investors seeking a stabilized, income-producing property.

    Local Financial Insights For Mixed Use

    Simulate Cap Rate and NOI

    NOI Build-Up
    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.

    Component $ $/SF
    Gross rent $42.7k $21.60
    − Vacancy −$4.3k −$2.16
    EGI $38.4k $19.44
    − OpEx −$14.4k −$7.29
    NOI $24.0k $12.15
    1,975 SF · lease $21.60/SF/yr · vacancy 10.00% · expense 37.50%

    Alternative Uses

    Best Use
    Mixed Use
    $342.8K
    $300.0K – $399.9K (±1% cap)
    NOI $23,996 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 8.42%
    Second Best
    Retail
    $332.4K
    $290.8K – $387.8K (±1% cap)
    NOI $23,267 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 8.16%
    Theoretical Best
    Office A
    $484.2K
    $423.7K – $564.9K (±1% cap)
    NOI $33,893 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 11.89%
    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.
    Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Retail space

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Law Firm Restaurant Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Gym & Fitness Center Auto Repair Shop

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

    Location Insight

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    City
    Lincoln
    County
    Lancaster
    State
    Nebraska
    Longitude
    -96.6309263
    Latitude
    40.8283423

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Mixed-use property - Fully leased mixed-use property with stable, growing income.
    Where is this mixed-use property located?
    The property is located at 1523 N Cotner Blvd Lincoln, NE.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $285,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Fully leased mixed‑use investment property providing immediate income.; New 5‑year retail lease renewal with annual rent increases ensures stable and growing income.; Attractive 6.6% cap rate.
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    Jared Froehlich
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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
    • AI-powered valuation estimates

    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
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • 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
    AI Estimate

    This method estimates value based on AI market estimation of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • 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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