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    1401 Coalter St, Richmond, VA 23223

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    $2,399,000

    20-unit apartment community near VCU with value-add potential.

    Type:Commercial
    Added:
    Apr 15, 2026
    Days on Market:
    49
    Last Refresh:
    Apr 1 at 4:36 am

    Property Features for 1401 Coalter St

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Property subtype
    Commercial

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1967

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    Listing Contact
    Matt Smith

    Listing agent Kenneth Byers License #0225273763

    Listing office Weichert Realtors Brockwell and Portwood

    Listing date Apr 15, 2026

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    HighLights

    • Value‑add opportunity with potential for strong cap rate improvement and long‑term growth.
    • Proximity to VCU campuses and downtown Shockoe Bottom, driving strong renter demand.
    • Potential to increase rents to over $1400 per unit per month through remodeling and efficient management.
    • Spacious 2 bedroom/1 bath apartments (over 740 sq ft).
    • Upper units feature spacious vaulted ceilings, a unique and attractive feature.
    • Excellent 1031 Exchange property combining current cash flow and equity upside.

    Overview

    This 20-unit apartment community presents a value-add opportunity with potential cap rate improvement and long-term growth. All units feature over 740 square feet with 2 bedrooms and 1 bath. Upper units have spacious vaulted ceilings. Located minutes from the VCU campuses and downtown Shockoe Bottom, the property benefits from renter demand due to its proximity to major universities, employment centers, and urban amenities. Professional property management and operations are required to optimize growth and minimize current expenses. Investors have the opportunity to implement a business plan aimed at improving efficiency, stabilizing tenants, and remodeling to increase current rents, potentially exceeding $1400 per unit per month. The location and unit mix support future rent increases. The property is located in one of Richmond's demanding rental corridors. The bike score is 59, making it bikeable. The walk score is 66, indicating it is somewhat walkable. The transit score is 41, indicating some transit options are available. The property is suitable for a 1031 Exchange offer.
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    1031 exchange properties

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    Location Insight

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    City
    Richmond
    County
    Richmond City
    State
    Virginia
    Longitude
    -77.4196004
    Latitude
    37.5455855

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    1031 exchange property - 20-unit apartment community near VCU with value-add potential.
    Where is this 1031 exchange property located?
    The property is located at 1401 Coalter St Richmond, VA.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $2,399,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Value‑add opportunity with potential for strong cap rate improvement and long‑term growth.; Proximity to VCU campuses and downtown Shockoe Bottom, driving strong renter demand.; Potential to increase rents to over $1400 per unit per month through remodeling and efficient management.
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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
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    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

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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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