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Renovated 28-Unit Apartment Building
For Sale
$7,300,000

21125 81st St NE, Arlington, WA 98223

Well-maintained multifamily property with renovated interiors, in-unit laundry, private decks, and on-site garages.

Property Size28,247 SF
Price / SF$258.43
Days on Market100

Property Features for 21125 81st St NE

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 28,247 SF
Total Parking Spaces 14
Property subtype Multi-Family

Additional Details

Multifamily Units 28

Amenities

in-unit washer/dryer
attached garages
private decks

Building Details

Year Built 1992
Listing Agency: Northmarq Multifamily, LLC
Listed By: Brendan Greenheck · License #0000
Source: Lifestylehomeswithmel
Added: Jul 9 Changed: Oct 11 Last Checked: Oct 15 at 4:52AM

Displayed information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. All listing content including descriptions, pricing, images are the copyrighted material of Northmarq Multifamily, LLC

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Portage Creek Apartments is a 28-unit multifamily property built in 1992. The property includes 28,247 square feet, with floor plans averaging 1,009 SF. Interior improvements have been completed in 24 of 28 units and include updated flooring, paint, and cabinets. All units offer in-unit W/D, while most residences also feature private decks. Several units have attached garages, and the property includes 14 garages in total. The exterior has been repainted, and two garages are currently used by ownership.

Located at 21125 81st St NE in Arlington, WA, the property includes excess parking area that may support future redevelopment. In-place rents remain below market despite the completed improvements, leaving additional revenue potential through rent adjustments and optional completion of upgrades in the remaining units.

Key Highlights

  • 28‑unit apartment property with 28,247 square feet, built in 1992
  • 24 of 28 units renovated with updated flooring, paint, and cabinets
  • Unit floor plans average 1,009 SF; all units include in‑unit W/D

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$422,497
Cap Rate
5.79%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$8,449,940 $8.4M
Cap Rate 7%
$6,035,671 $6.0M
Cap Rate 9%
$4,694,411 $4.7M
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 28,247 SF
Gross rent
$830.5K $29.40/SF
− Vacancy
−$62.3K −$2.21/SF
EGI
$768.2K $27.20/SF
− OpEx
−$345.7K −$12.24/SF
NOI
$422.5K $14.96/SF
Area
Snohomish County, WA
Vacancy
7.50%
Lease Rate
$29.40 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
45.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$8,449,940
Cap Rate 7%
$6,035,671
Cap Rate 9%
$4,694,411

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Apartment 5plus
$6.04M
$5.28M – $7.04M (±1% cap)
NOI $422,497 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.79%
Second Best
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no second resolved use
Theoretical Best
Office A
$7.88M
$6.89M – $9.19M (±1% cap)
NOI $551,432 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.55%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities. How Realmo checks its estimates

Property Analytics

Current Use

Apartment buildings

Suggested Use

Top Pick Law Firm Real Estate Agency Hair Salon Restaurant Spa & Massage Center Kitchen & Bath Showroom

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

28
Residential units

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

64
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 98223, WA

45,139
Population
18,224
Households
2.5
Avg Household Size
40
Median Age
21%
College-Educated
93%
High-School Grad
316.2 sq mi
ZIP Area
143
Density / Sq Mi
$96,478
Median Household Income
$52,487
Median Earnings
$1,780
Median Rent
$556,900
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in West region

7% 2022
7.8% 2023
8.6% 2024
8.6% 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Apartment building - Well-maintained multifamily property with renovated interiors, in-unit laundry, private decks, and on-site garages.
Where is this apartment building located?
The property is located at 21125 81st St NE Arlington, WA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $7,300,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 28‑unit apartment property with 28,247 square feet, built in 1992; 24 of 28 units renovated with updated flooring, paint, and cabinets; Unit floor plans average 1,009 SF; all units include in‑unit W/D
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