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Renovated Duplex With Leased Units
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$450,000

20 W Borden St, Cookeville, TN 38501

Cookeville, TN

Property Size2,200 SF
Price / SF$204.55
Days on Market52

Property Features for 20 W Borden St

General Information

Property type Residential
Property subtype Duplex
Standard status Active
Size 2,200 SF

Amenities

washer/dryer hookups
shared yard

Building Details

Year built 1996
Listing Agency: NextHome Investment
Listed By: Odnie Chua · License #365077,PersonLicenseNumber
Added: Aug 26 Changed: Sep 21 Last Checked: Oct 16 at 11:06AM
MLS# 3513479

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Investment Insights

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This 1996-built duplex contains two fully leased residences, each arranged with three bedrooms and two full bathrooms. Both units have hard-surface LVP/LVT flooring throughout, washer and dryer hookups, and separate electric and water meters. One residence received a comprehensive renovation in July 2026, including new kitchen cabinetry and countertops, a refreshed guest-bath vanity, and a new oversized rear deck. Its third bedroom includes two closets and an en suite full bathroom. The second residence has fresh paint and updated flooring completed in 2023, with shared yard access.

The property is located at 20 W Borden St in Cookeville, with downtown Cookeville described as only minutes away. The duplex format, matching floor plans, and current leasing provide a straightforward residential income property configuration.

Key Highlights

  • Two fully leased 3BR/2BA units
  • Each residence includes washer/dryer hookups and separately metered electric and water
  • Unit A renovated in July 2026 with new cabinets, countertops, flooring, vanity, and large back deck

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$23,077
Cap Rate
5.13%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$461,540 $461.5K
Cap Rate 7%
$329,671 $329.7K
Cap Rate 9%
$256,411 $256.4K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 2,200 SF
Gross rent
$35.6K $16.20/SF
− Vacancy
−$2.7K −$1.22/SF
EGI
$33.0K $14.99/SF
− OpEx
−$9.9K −$4.50/SF
NOI
$23.1K $10.49/SF
Area
Putnam County, TN
Vacancy
7.50%
Lease Rate
$16.20 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$461,540
Cap Rate 7%
$329,671
Cap Rate 9%
$256,411

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$329.7K
$288.5K – $384.6K (±1% cap)
NOI $23,077 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.13%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$309.3K
$270.7K – $360.9K (±1% cap)
NOI $21,652 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.81%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$908.0K
$794.5K – $1.06M (±1% cap)
NOI $63,559 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 14.12%
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Current Use

Duplexes

Suggested Use

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

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

Lease Details

2
Residential units
100%
Occupancy
Multi-tenant
Tenancy
Yes
Utilities to site

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

1,613
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 38501, TN

41,141
Population
19,158
Households
2.1
Avg Household Size
33
Median Age
31%
College-Educated
88%
High-School Grad
87.1 sq mi
ZIP Area
472
Density / Sq Mi
$50,923
Median Household Income
$30,191
Median Earnings
$856
Median Rent
$245,100
Median Home Value
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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in South region

8.5% 2022
10.2% 2023
11.4% 2024
11.3% 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Duplex - Two separately metered residences offer matching three-bedroom layouts, updated finishes, and private laundry hookups.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 20 W Borden St Cookeville, TN.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $450,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Two fully leased 3BR/2BA units; Each residence includes washer/dryer hookups and separately metered electric and water; Unit A renovated in July 2026 with new cabinets, countertops, flooring, vanity, and large back deck
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