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    1297 Main St, Watertown, CT 06795

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    Charming retail/office space with two offices, reception, kitchen, and strong street-light visibility.

    Type:RETAIL
    Property size:
    960 SF
    Added:
    May 29, 2026
    Days on Market:
    6
    Last Refresh:
    Jun 3 at 3:31 am

    Property Features for 1297 Main St

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    960 SF
    Property subtype
    RETAIL

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    Brian Godin
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    Listing office Godin Property Brokers

    Listing date May 29, 2026

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    HighLights

    • 960 +/- SF retail/office building
    • Two offices plus reception area and kitchen area
    • Excellent visibility at a street light

    Overview

    This 960+/- square foot retail/office building offers a charming historic character with a practical interior layout. The space includes two offices, with a reception area and a separate kitchen area, making it well-suited for professional tenants that want a dedicated front-of-house presence. Overall configuration supports a straightforward mix of customer-facing space and back-office functionality.

    The property is positioned for strong visibility at a street light, which can help improve awareness for walk-by traffic and drive attention from the street. Its retail/office nature offers flexible use for businesses that need both a storefront-style environment and workspace for staff.

    For prospective tenants, this building is a good fit for service-oriented operators, small professional offices, or boutique retail concepts seeking a compact footprint with dedicated rooms. The combination of reception, kitchen area, and two offices supports day-to-day workflow while maintaining an inviting, distinctive feel. Brokers and buyers should also consider it for businesses looking for character and visibility in a single, manageable space.
    Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Edward Jones - Financial ... Financial Advisor

    Suggested Use

    Restaurant Real Estate Agency Law Firm Building Supply Dental Office Spa & Massage Center Big Box & Wholesale Store Auto Repair Shop Hair Salon Hotel & Motel

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

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    City
    Watertown
    County
    Litchfield
    State
    Connecticut
    Longitude
    -73.105367
    Latitude
    41.5910952

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Retail space - Charming retail/office space with two offices, reception, kitchen, and strong street-light visibility.
    Where is this retail space located?
    The property is located at 1297 Main St Watertown, CT.
    What is the lease rate?
    The lease rate is $1,950 /Mo.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: 960 +/- SF retail/office building; Two offices plus reception area and kitchen area; Excellent visibility at a street light
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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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    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.

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

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