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Flex Space Property with Detached Garage
For Sale
Under Contract
$1,250,000

176 Old Forge Road, Monroe, NJ 08831

COMMERCIAL - Monroe, NJ

Property Size3,024 SF
Lot Size1.84 Acres
Price / SF$413.36
Days on Market206

Property Features for 176 Old Forge Road

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Zoning R60
Parking 10
Parking features Garage
Lot features Level
Standard status Active Under Contract
APN 12001065200022
Size 3,024 SF
Lot size 1.84 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year 2025
Tax Annual Amount 12973

Utilities

Sewer type Septic Tank
Heating system Forced Air
Cooling system Central Air
Water source Public

Building Details

Year built 1977
Floors in Building 1
Flooring type Carpet, Tile - Ceramic
Building materials Brick
Roof type Asphalt
Listing Agency: MID-STATE REALTY
Listed By: John Profaci · License #9231545
Added: Jan 19 Changed: Aug 6 Last Checked: Aug 13 at 9:06AM
MLS# 2661144M

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Flex space opportunity on R60 zoning in Monroe, NJ, offering both residential comfort and on-site business utility. The property sits on approximately 1.8 acres and includes a detached garage measuring 42' x 72' for equipment storage, vehicles, and contractor-style operations. An improved single-family home on site provides flexible space that can support office use or live-work potential.

The home is constructed with brick and features forced air heating and central air conditioning. Interior finishes include carpet and ceramic tile. Utilities include public water service and a septic tank for wastewater.

With yard space and dedicated storage in the detached garage, the property is positioned for an owner-user that needs on-site operations alongside functional work storage.

Key Highlights

  • Approximately 1.8 acres with R60 zoning
  • Detached 42' x 72' garage for equipment and vehicle storage
  • 1977 brick single‑family home with carpet and ceramic tile flooring

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI = area × lease_rate × (100 − vacancy) / 100 × (1 − expense_ratio). Net Operating Income — what the owner takes home each year before mortgage payments and income tax. Effective rent (asking rent minus vacancy losses) minus operating costs (taxes, insurance, maintenance, management).
NOI / Yr
$46,267
Cap rate = NOI / list price × 100. Capitalization rate — annual return on a fully cash purchase, before financing. NOI divided by price. Higher means more income per dollar invested, but usually also more risk or older condition. 5–8% is typical for stabilized commercial property; double digits often signal distressed deals.
Cap Rate
3.70%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates Cap rates vary significantly by property type, market, and asset quality. Typical U.S. stable-market ranges: Multifamily — 4.5% to 6.5% (Class A in primary markets often sub-5%; Class C in secondary markets 6%+) Industrial / Logistics — 5.0% to 7.0% (compressed heavily in recent years due to e-commerce demand) Office — 6.5% to 9%+ (wide spread post-2020; CBD Class A vs. suburban Class B varies dramatically) Retail — 5.5% to 8.5% (grocery-anchored on the low end, unanchored strip centers higher) Hospitality / Hotels — 7.5% to 10%+ (higher due to operational risk) Self-Storage — 5.5% to 7.5% Medical Office — 6.0% to 7.5% Net Lease (single tenant, credit) — 5.0% to 7.0% depending on tenant credit and lease term Rules of thumb: Primary markets (NYC, SF, LA, Boston, DC) trade at lower cap rates than secondary/tertiary markets, often by 100–200 bps (bps, aka basis points; 1 bp = 0.01%). Class A assets trade ~50–150 bps tighter than Class B, and Class B tighter than Class C. Cap rates move inversely with price — a lower cap rate means a higher price for the same NOI. Spread to the 10-year Treasury is a common benchmark; historically 200–400 bps over the 10-year.
Cap Rate 5%
$925,340 $925.3K
Cap Rate 7%
$660,957 $661.0K
Cap Rate 9%
$514,078 $514.1K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 3,024 SF 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.
Gross rent
$90.7K $30.00/SF
− Vacancy
−$29.0K −$9.60/SF
EGI
$61.7K $20.40/SF
− OpEx
−$15.4K −$5.10/SF
NOI
$46.3K $15.30/SF
Area
Middlesex County, NJ
Vacancy
32.00%
Lease Rate
$30.00 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
25.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates Cap rates vary significantly by property type, market, and asset quality. Typical U.S. stable-market ranges: Multifamily — 4.5% to 6.5% (Class A in primary markets often sub-5%; Class C in secondary markets 6%+) Industrial / Logistics — 5.0% to 7.0% (compressed heavily in recent years due to e-commerce demand) Office — 6.5% to 9%+ (wide spread post-2020; CBD Class A vs. suburban Class B varies dramatically) Retail — 5.5% to 8.5% (grocery-anchored on the low end, unanchored strip centers higher) Hospitality / Hotels — 7.5% to 10%+ (higher due to operational risk) Self-Storage — 5.5% to 7.5% Medical Office — 6.0% to 7.5% Net Lease (single tenant, credit) — 5.0% to 7.0% depending on tenant credit and lease term Rules of thumb: Primary markets (NYC, SF, LA, Boston, DC) trade at lower cap rates than secondary/tertiary markets, often by 100–200 bps (bps, aka basis points; 1 bp = 0.01%). Class A assets trade ~50–150 bps tighter than Class B, and Class B tighter than Class C. Cap rates move inversely with price — a lower cap rate means a higher price for the same NOI. Spread to the 10-year Treasury is a common benchmark; historically 200–400 bps over the 10-year.
Cap Rate 5%
$925,340
Cap Rate 7%
$660,957
Cap Rate 9%
$514,078

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Office B
$661.0K
$578.3K – $771.1K (±1% cap)
NOI $46,267 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.70%
Second Best
Flex RnD
$627.9K
$549.4K – $732.5K (±1% cap)
NOI $43,952 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.52%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$789.6K
$690.9K – $921.2K (±1% cap)
NOI $55,274 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.42%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Ocean Coast Electric Electrical Service Broadway Electrical Contractor Electrical Service

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Law Firm Restaurant Hair Salon Spa & Massage Center Nail Salon

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

44
Businesses Nearby
Balanced
Demand for This Use

Demographics for 08831, NJ

55,123
Population
24,898
Households
2.2
Avg Household Size
53
Median Age
51%
College-Educated
95%
High-School Grad
51.3 sq mi
ZIP Area
1,075
Density / Sq Mi
$108,741
Median Household Income
$74,340
Median Earnings
$1,872
Median Rent
$489,700
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Office in Northeast region

13.1% 2019
15.4% 2020
17.6% 2021
19.1% 2022
20.2% 2023
20.9% 2024
19.9% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Flex space - Versatile flex-style property on R60 zoning with a detached garage, plus a single-family home with central air.
Where is this flex space located?
The property is located at 176 Old Forge Road Monroe, NJ.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,250,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Approximately 1.8 acres with R60 zoning; Detached 42' x 72' garage for equipment and vehicle storage; 1977 brick single‑family home with carpet and ceramic tile flooring
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