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    18-24 Public, Watertown, NY 13601

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    $375,000

    Prime downtown location with high visibility and investment potential.

    Type:Commercial
    Added:
    May 14, 2026
    Days on Market:
    15
    Last Refresh:
    May 14 at 8:20 pm

    Property Features for 18-24 Public

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Property subtype
    Commercial

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1950

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    Listing Contact
    Noah Taylor

    Listing agent Noah Taylor License #10401359495

    Listing office Keller Williams Realty Syracuse

    Listing date May 14, 2026

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    HighLights

    • Prime location in the heart of Watertown's Public Square with high visibility and foot traffic.
    • Strong investment potential with established commercial businesses on the first floor and rentable space on the second floor.
    • Opportunity to own a piece of downtown history with character and presence.
    • Expansive third floor with endless possibilities for future development, office space, storage, or creative redevelopment.
    • Option to purchase buildings separately (18‑20 or 22‑24) for $200,000 each.
    • Located in a somewhat walkable area.

    Overview

    Located in the heart of Watertown's Public Square, 18-24 Public Square presents a historic downtown commercial opportunity. The property consists of two buildings, and the owner is open to selling the 18-20 building and the 22-24 building separately. The property features established commercial businesses on the first floor and finished rentable space on the second floor. The expansive third floor offers possibilities for future development, office space, storage, or creative redevelopment. The buildings offer character, presence, and a prime location in the center of Watertown’s thriving downtown district. The location has a walk score of 65, indicating it is somewhat walkable, and a bike score of 49, indicating it is somewhat bikeable. This property is an opportunity to expand an investment portfolio or bring new vision to a landmark property.
    Location Intelligence

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    Storefront properties

    Suggested Use

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

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

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    City
    Watertown
    County
    Jefferson
    State
    New York
    Longitude
    -75.9100335
    Latitude
    43.9743237

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Storefront property - Prime downtown location with high visibility and investment potential.
    Where is this storefront property located?
    The property is located at 18-24 Public Watertown, NY.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $375,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Prime location in the heart of Watertown's Public Square with high visibility and foot traffic.; Strong investment potential with established commercial businesses on the first floor and rentable space on the second floor.; Opportunity to own a piece of downtown history with character and presence.
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    Noah Taylor
    Real Estate License ID: 10401359495
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    Realmo CapRate Calculation

    Realmo calculates the Capitalization Rate (Cap Rate) to help estimate a property's potential return on investment. The Cap Rate is a fundamental metric in commercial real estate that measures the relationship between a property's net operating income and its market value.

    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.

    Disclaimer

    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

    Professional Guidance Recommended: Before making any investment or financial decisions, consult with licensed appraisers, commercial real estate brokers, and financial advisors who can evaluate your specific property and circumstances.
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    Capitalization Method calculates value based on estimated net operating income (NOI) and applying a market-based capitalization rate (cap rate), we estimate what a typical investor might be willing to pay for it.

    Comparable approach

    Comparable estimate is based on recent sales of similar nearby properties, adjusted for factors like size, condition, and location.

    Relative

    Relative property class coefficient uses factors that account for typical price differences between various asset types (e.g., retail vs. industrial) to provide a more accurate market-aligned estimate.

    Geo

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    Stat Estimate

    This method estimates value based on actual market adjusted recent (~5 years) sales 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 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
    Alternative use

    Estimate considers the property’s potential value if used for a different purpose-based on zoning, demand, and market feasibility.

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