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Renovated Home with Retail Potential
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$374,000

1606 S 31st St, Temple, TX 76504

Move-in ready 3-bedroom, 1-bath property configured for short-term rental and general retail use across from a medical complex.

Days on Market6

Property Features for 1606 S 31st St

General Information

Standard status Active
Property subtype Commercial

Building Details

Building Size 1,144 SF
Year Built 1952
Listing Agency: Ashby Real Estate Group
Listed By: Jimmy Morales · License #0737684
Source: Elliman
Added: Jul 25 Changed: Jul 27 Last Checked: Jul 29 at 10:53AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

1606 S. 31st St. is a move-in ready, renovated property featuring a 3-bedroom, 1-bath layout with updates throughout. The home includes a washer/dryer, stove with double oven, new refrigerator, and dishwasher that convey with the property. Additional improvements noted include a new Lennox HVAC system and a completely modernized bathroom.

The property is located in the Temple Medical and Educational District and is directly across from the Baylor Scott & White medical complex. Public remarks also describe the site as being in an area with high traffic and high visibility, and within walking distance to local businesses, shops, restaurants, and daily conveniences.

According to the available information, the configuration supports both residential living for short-term rental and general retail use. It is also described as well suited for uses such as an administrative business office, attorney, medical/dental, real estate office, private studio, rental income, and a boutique or eatery concept. The property is offered for sale, and it is described as available for lease immediately as well.

Key Highlights

  • 1952‑built, move‑in ready 3‑bedroom, 1‑bath property configured for short‑term rental and general retail use
  • Located across from the Baylor Scott & White Medical complex in the Temple Medical/Educational District
  • New Lennox brand HVAC and a completely modernized bathroom

Financial Insights For Office B

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 $35.1k $30.72
− Vacancy −$9.6k −$8.42
EGI $25.5k $22.30
− OpEx −$6.4k −$5.58
NOI $19.1k $16.73
1,144 SF · lease $30.72/SF/yr · vacancy 27.40% · expense 25.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Apartment 5plus
$11.70M
$10.24M – $13.65M (±1% cap)
NOI $819,249 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 219.05%
Second Best
Office B
$273.4K
$239.2K – $318.9K (±1% cap)
NOI $19,136 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.12%
Theoretical Best
Multifamily LT 5
$12.77M
$11.17M – $14.90M (±1% cap)
NOI $893,981 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 239.03%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Short term rental ...

Suggested Use

Top Pick Parking Lot & Garage Garden Center Locksmith Catering Service (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Butcher

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

720
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 76504, TX

24,682
Population
11,068
Households
2.2
Avg Household Size
36
Median Age
20%
College-Educated
84%
High-School Grad
30.8 sq mi
ZIP Area
801
Density / Sq Mi
$50,420
Median Household Income
$35,753
Median Earnings
$1,106
Median Rent
$162,600
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Office in South region

14.4% 2019
16.4% 2020
17.3% 2021
18% 2022
18.6% 2023
20.3% 2024
20.2% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Short term rental property - Move-in ready 3-bedroom, 1-bath property configured for short-term rental and general retail use across from a medical complex.
Where is this short term rental property located?
The property is located at 1606 S 31st St Temple, TX.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $374,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 1952‑built, move‑in ready 3‑bedroom, 1‑bath property configured for short‑term rental and general retail use; Located across from the Baylor Scott & White Medical complex in the Temple Medical/Educational District; New Lennox brand HVAC and a completely modernized bathroom
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