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Fifth-Floor Live-Work Condo
For Sale
$439,900

21 E 6TH Street 518, Tempe, AZ 85281

Flexible condo layout with hardwood floors, high windows, secure parking, and mountain and architectural views.

Property Size1,203 SF
Days on Market148

Property Features for 21 E 6TH Street 518

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 1,203 SF
Total Parking Spaces 2
Property subtype Apartment

Additional Details

Multifamily Units 1

Taxes and HOA fees

Annual Taxes $2,772

Building Details

Building Size 1,203 SF
Year Built 2002
Listing Agency: Coldwell Banker Realty
Listed By: Susan Polakof
Source: Alexiabertsatos
Added: May 12 Changed: Oct 2 Last Checked: Oct 5 at 11:44PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This fifth-floor condo at The Lofts at Orchidhouse offers a live/work configuration with two bedrooms and two bathrooms, currently arranged as a one-bedroom layout. The unit can be converted back to two bedrooms and features soaring ceilings, hardwood floors, and expansive high windows that provide natural light. North-facing views include mountains and architecturally distinctive buildings.

The property includes two parking spaces in a secure, underground, gated parking garage. Built in 2002 and zoned for live/work use, the condo is located near ASU and supports a business-at-home setup. The surrounding Tempe setting is described as bike-friendly, with active community amenities and events.

Key Highlights

  • Two‑bedroom, two‑bath condo currently configured as a one‑bedroom layout
  • Can be converted back to a two‑bedroom configuration
  • Fifth‑floor, north‑facing unit with mountain and architectural views

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$21,503
Cap Rate
4.89%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$430,060 $430.1K
Cap Rate 7%
$307,186 $307.2K
Cap Rate 9%
$238,922 $238.9K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 1,203 SF
Gross rent
$36.5K $30.36/SF
− Vacancy
−$7.9K −$6.53/SF
EGI
$28.7K $23.83/SF
− OpEx
−$7.2K −$5.96/SF
NOI
$21.5K $17.87/SF
Area
Tempe, AZ
Vacancy
21.50%
Lease Rate
$30.36 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
25.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$430,060
Cap Rate 7%
$307,186
Cap Rate 9%
$238,922

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Office B
$307.2K
$268.8K – $358.4K (±1% cap)
NOI $21,503 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.89%
Second Best
Mixed Use
$237.2K
$207.5K – $276.7K (±1% cap)
NOI $16,601 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.77%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$378.3K
$331.0K – $441.4K (±1% cap)
NOI $26,481 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.02%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

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Current Use

The Decision Theater Network Academic Department Urban Realty & Development Real Estate Agency Vishteh A Gianni MD Physician CVS Grocery & Convenience Store Perlstein Lais U ... Physician

Suggested Use

Top Pick Electrical Service (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Dental Office Carpet & Flooring Store Veterinary Clinic Pet Grooming Service

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

1
Residential units

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

2,482
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 85281, AZ

69,218
Population
32,475
Households
2.1
Avg Household Size
26
Median Age
49%
College-Educated
91%
High-School Grad
13.3 sq mi
ZIP Area
5,204
Density / Sq Mi
$59,084
Median Household Income
$32,805
Median Earnings
$1,531
Median Rent
$364,200
Median Home Value
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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Office in West region

11% 2019
14.1% 2020
15.5% 2021
17.2% 2022
19.9% 2023
21% 2024
20.8% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Live-work space - Flexible condo layout with hardwood floors, high windows, secure parking, and mountain and architectural views.
Where is this live-work space located?
The property is located at 21 E 6TH Street 518 Tempe, AZ.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $439,900.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Two‑bedroom, two‑bath condo currently configured as a one‑bedroom layout; Can be converted back to a two‑bedroom configuration; Fifth‑floor, north‑facing unit with mountain and architectural views
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