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    1525 Des Moines Avenue, Portsmouth, VA 23704

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    $260,000

    MULTI_FAMILY - Portsmouth, VA

    Property size:
    1,476 SF
    Price / SF:
    $176/SF
    Added:
    May 20, 2026
    Days on Market:
    14
    Last Refresh:
    Jun 2 at 7:06 pm

    Property Features for 1525 Des Moines Avenue

    General Information

    Property type
    Residential Multi Family
    Property subtype
    Other
    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    1,476 SF

    Taxes and HOA fees

    Tax Annual Amount
    3145

    Utilities

    Water front features
    Waterfront

    Building Details

    Year built
    1953
    Roof type
    Shingle
    Architectural style
    Other

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    Listing Contact
    Elizabeth Abrams

    Listing agent Elizabeth Abrams

    Listing office Abrams Realty 4560 South Blvd. Suite #120, Virginia Beach, VA

    Listing date May 20, 2026

    MLS# 10635401

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    HighLights

    • Dual‑asset acquisition with immediate income from existing tenant at 1523 ($900/month or $10,800 annually).
    • Opportunity to increase equity by converting 1525 into a premium 3‑bedroom, 2‑bathroom residence.
    • Potential for optimized Cap Rate through strategic conversion to a 3/2 unit.
    • 3‑year‑old roof.
    • 1525 includes an all‑in‑one washer/dryer.
    • 1525 has an electrical charger outlet.

    Overview

    The property at 1523 & 1525 Des Moines Ave presents a dual-asset acquisition opportunity. One unit, 1523, is currently tenanted and generates $900 per month, equating to $10,800 in annual gross income. The adjacent unit, 1525, offers the potential for conversion into a premium 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence. Such a conversion could optimize the property's Cap Rate, as 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom units command premium rents in the market. The property benefits from a 3-year-old roof. Unit 1525 includes an all-in-one washer/dryer and an electrical charger outlet. The property offers 1476 square feet of space and is located in Portsmouth, Virginia.
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    Current Use by Public Records

    Single family properties

    Suggested Use

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

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

    Location Insight

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    City
    Portsmouth
    County
    Portsmouth
    State
    Virginia
    Longitude
    -76.31857
    Latitude
    36.826557

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Single family property - Dual-asset multi-family property with income potential in Portsmouth, Virginia.
    Where is this single family property located?
    The property is located at 1525 Des Moines Avenue Portsmouth, VA.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $260,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Dual‑asset acquisition with immediate income from existing tenant at 1523 ($900/month or $10,800 annually).; Opportunity to increase equity by converting 1525 into a premium 3‑bedroom, 2‑bathroom residence.; Potential for optimized Cap Rate through strategic conversion to a 3/2 unit.
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    Realmo estimates a property’s market value using a proprietary methodology that incorporates public data and user-submitted information. This cumulative value is generated by integrating a variety of conventional and innovative methods. 

    Disclaimer

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    Actual market value may differ due to factors not captured in the data. Estimates are offered for informational purposes only, and users should conduct independent research before making financial or investment decisions.
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    Realmo AI Method estimates property value using machine learning models trained on millions of comparable listings, transactions, and market signals. It analyzes property features, location intelligence data, and current market dynamics to predict the most probable market value in real time.

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    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

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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

    Comparable Sales Method, enhanced by Geo coefficients — location-based adjustment factors that reflect differences in price levels across neighborhoods, cities, or regions ensuring a more accurate, market-sensitive valuation.

    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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