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    220 Main Street, Chester, CA 96020

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    $675,000

    COMMERCIAL - Chester, CA

    Property size:
    4,208 SF
    Lot size:
    0.19 Acres
    Price / SF:
    $160/SF
    Added:
    May 14, 2025
    Days on Market:
    366
    Last Refresh:
    May 14 at 6:06 pm

    Property Features for 220 Main Street

    General Information

    Property type
    Commercial Sale
    Property subtype
    Other
    Patio and Porch features
    Porch
    Exterior features
    Porch
    Standard status
    Active
    APN
    100-061-008
    Size
    4,208 SF
    Lot size
    0.19 Acres

    Utilities

    Utilities
    Water Available
    Sewer type
    Public Sewer
    Heating system
    Central
    Cooling system
    Central Air, Evaporative Cooling

    Building Details

    Year built
    1956
    Floors in Building
    1
    Flooring type
    Hardwood, Laminate
    Building materials
    Block, Frame, Metal Siding
    Roof type
    Metal

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    Listing Contact
    Jay Sabelman
    Jay Sabelman

    Listing agent Jay Sabelman License #00420352

    Listing office CHASE INTERNATIONAL LAKE ALMANOR BROKERS 452 PENINSULA DRIVE, Lake Almanor, CA

    Listing date May 14, 2025

    MLS# 20250493

    Copyright © 2026 Plumas Association of REALTORS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

    HighLights

    • Exceptional Main St frontage in the heart of the business district.
    • 4208 sq. ft building with many potential uses (retail, restaurant, coffee shop, office).
    • New luxury vinyl plank flooring and new forced air heat system.
    • Newly installed 26KW auto transfer generator.
    • Existing soda fountain adds an extra element of income.
    • Well‑maintained historic commercial building.

    Overview

    This iconic commercial building, located in the heart of Chester's business district, offers exceptional frontage on Main Street. The 4,208 square foot building is currently used as a retail home decor business, but it presents opportunities for other uses such as a restaurant, coffee shop, office space, or a store front. The interior features new luxury vinyl plank flooring, a new forced air heat system, cedar paneling, and a newly installed 26KW auto transfer generator. An existing soda fountain could add an extra element of income to a retail space, or be converted for use in a bar or restaurant. This well-maintained commercial building is situated on a 0.19-acre lot in the mountain town of Chester.
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    Current Use by Public Records

    Lassen Gift Co (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Rusty Chandelier Department Store

    Suggested Use

    Law Firm Gym & Fitness Center HVAC Service Bar & Pub Auto Parts Store Electrical Service Furniture & Home Goods Electronics & Wireless Store Car Rental Facility Clothing & Fashion Store

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Location Insight

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    City
    Chester
    County
    Plumas
    State
    California
    Longitude
    -121.229919
    Latitude
    40.309749

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Retail space - Versatile commercial building in Chester's business district with many potential.
    Where is this retail space located?
    The property is located at 220 Main Street Chester, CA.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $675,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Exceptional Main St frontage in the heart of the business district.; 4208 sq. ft building with many potential uses (retail, restaurant, coffee shop, office).; New luxury vinyl plank flooring and new forced air heat system.
    (530) 596-3303
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    Jay Sabelman
    Jay Sabelman
    Real Estate License ID: 00420352
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    Realmo AI Method estimates property value using machine learning models trained on millions of comparable listings, transactions, and market signals. It analyzes property features, location intelligence data, and current market dynamics to predict the most probable market value in real time.

    Realmo CapRate Calculation

    Realmo calculates the Capitalization Rate (Cap Rate) to help estimate a property's potential return on investment. The Cap Rate is a fundamental metric in commercial real estate that measures the relationship between a property's net operating income and its market value.

    How We Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

    • Recent sale price (if available)
    • Statistical models using comparable sales
    • AI-powered valuation estimates

    Example Calculation

    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

    Disclaimer

    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

    • Cap Rate calculations depend on market data that may change over time
    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

    Professional Guidance Recommended: Before making any investment or financial decisions, consult with licensed appraisers, commercial real estate brokers, and financial advisors who can evaluate your specific property and circumstances.
    By using this feature, you acknowledge that Realmo is not responsible for investment decisions or actions taken based on these estimates.

    Cap approach

    Capitalization Method calculates value based on estimated net operating income (NOI) and applying a market-based capitalization rate (cap rate), we estimate what a typical investor might be willing to pay for it.

    Comparable approach

    Comparable estimate is based on recent sales of similar nearby properties, adjusted for factors like size, condition, and location.

    Relative

    Relative property class coefficient uses factors that account for typical price differences between various asset types (e.g., retail vs. industrial) to provide a more accurate market-aligned estimate.

    Geo

    Comparable Sales Method, enhanced by Geo coefficients — location-based adjustment factors that reflect differences in price levels across neighborhoods, cities, or regions ensuring a more accurate, market-sensitive valuation.

    Stat Estimate

    This method estimates value based on actual market adjusted recent (~5 years) sales of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
    AI Estimate

    This method estimates value based on AI market estimation of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
    Alternative use

    Estimate considers the property’s potential value if used for a different purpose-based on zoning, demand, and market feasibility.

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