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Mixed-Use Property with Guesthouse
For Sale
$499,999

228 W HOWRY Avenue, Deland, FL 32720

Commercial Sale, DELAND, FL

Property Size4,123 SF
Lot Size0.82 Acres
Price / SF$121.27
Days on Market251

Property Features for 228 W HOWRY Avenue

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Appliances Refrigerator
Subdivision LOT C SUB
Lot features Historic District, City Limits, Oversized Lot, Sidewalk, Paved
Directions From intersection of New York Ave and Woodland Blvd, head West on New York Ave. Turn Left on Florida Ave, Right on Howry. Home is on the Left.
Standard status Active
APN 7016-10-00-0030
Size 4,123 SF
Lot size 0.82 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year 2024
Tax Description LOT C SUB BLK 9 HOWRYS ADD DELAND MB 5 PG 127 PER OR 3966 PG 3646 PER OR 5379 PG 0668 PER OR 6321 PG 3419 PER OR 7433 PG 1798 PER OR 7433 PGS 1799-1801 INC PER OR 7891 PG 2713 PER OR 8444 PG 4219
Tax Annual Amount 5968
Legal Description LOT C SUB BLK 9 HOWRYS ADD DELAND MB 5 PG 127 PER OR 3966 PG 3646 PER OR 5379 PG 0668 PER OR 6321 PG 3419 PER OR 7433 PG 1798 PER OR 7433 PGS 1799-1801 INC PER OR 7891 PG 2713 PER OR 8444 PG 4219

Utilities

Sewer type Public Sewer
Heating system Central
Cooling system Wall/Window Unit(s), Window Unit(s), Central Air
Water source Public

Building Details

Year built 1883
Floors in Building 2
Building materials Frame, Wood Siding
Roof type Shingle
Listing Agency: ADAMS, CAMERON & CO., REALTORS
Listed By: Kaley Macomber · License #3273573
Added: Dec 26, 2025 Changed: Sep 2 Last Checked: Sep 3 at 12:06AM
MLS# V4946433

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

Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Built in 1883, this mixed-use property combines a 3,572-square-foot main residence with a detached 551-square-foot guesthouse. The primary structure includes five bedrooms with private full bathrooms, two living areas, a dining room with fireplace, kitchen, and office or flex space. One bedroom and bathroom has a separate entrance. The guesthouse includes one bedroom, one bathroom, and a loft that could accommodate a second bedroom. An in-ground pool and on-site parking are also included.

The 0.82-acre property is currently used as a café and carries C-2 zoning. Public water and public sewer serve the site, with central heating and multiple cooling systems. The property is located two blocks from downtown DeLand and close to Stetson University.

The existing configuration accommodates the current café operation while also providing a substantial residential-style layout and detached guest quarters. The zoning supports uses identified in the property information including offices, salons, catering, restaurants, coffee shops, bakeries, medical offices, schools, churches, museums, and thrift shops.

Key Highlights

  • 0.82‑acre mixed‑use property with C‑2 zoning
  • Main structure measures 3,572 square feet and was built in 1883
  • Detached 551‑square‑foot guesthouse with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, and loft

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
$14,806
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
2.96%
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%
$296,120 $296.1K
Cap Rate 7%
$211,514 $211.5K
Cap Rate 9%
$164,511 $164.5K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 4,123 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
$74.2K $18.00/SF
− Vacancy
−$43.0K −$10.44/SF
EGI
$31.2K $7.56/SF
− OpEx
−$16.4K −$3.97/SF
NOI
$14.8K $3.59/SF
Area
Volusia County, FL
Vacancy
58.00%
Lease Rate
$18.00 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
52.50%
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%
$296,120
Cap Rate 7%
$211,514
Cap Rate 9%
$164,511

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Specialty Retail
$894.4K
$782.6K – $1.04M (±1% cap)
NOI $62,609 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 12.52%
Second Best
Mixed Use
$727.6K
$636.6K – $848.8K (±1% cap)
NOI $50,929 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 10.19%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$1.22M
$1.06M – $1.42M (±1% cap)
NOI $85,099 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 17.02%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

Current Use

The Tree of Cats (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Sweet Tea Cafe Restaurant

Suggested Use

Top Pick Dental Office Storage Facility (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Locksmith Pet Grooming Service Florist

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

1,760
Businesses Nearby
92k
Monthly Visits Nearby

Foot Traffic Nearby

Shops & Services 43% Dining 40% Home Improvements & Furnishings 11% Hotels & Casinos 6%
Checkers Dining
9,003 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Firehouse Subs Dining
8,924 visits/mo 0.3 miles
7-Eleven Shops & Services
8,567 visits/mo 0.5 miles
Bank of America Shops & Services
8,421 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Ace Hardware of Deland LLC Home Improvements & Furnishings
7,941 visits/mo 0.2 miles

Demographics for 32720, FL

33,568
Population
13,962
Households
2.4
Avg Household Size
45
Median Age
24%
College-Educated
88%
High-School Grad
66.3 sq mi
ZIP Area
506
Density / Sq Mi
$67,512
Median Household Income
$39,159
Median Earnings
$1,177
Median Rent
$280,600
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in South region

7% 2020
6.2% 2021
5.1% 2022
4.8% 2023
4.9% 2024
5.4% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Mixed-use property - C-2 zoning, public utilities, and an existing café layout support varied commercial use options.
Where is this mixed-use property located?
The property is located at 228 W HOWRY Avenue Deland, FL.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $499,999.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 0.82‑acre mixed‑use property with C‑2 zoning; Main structure measures 3,572 square feet and was built in 1883; Detached 551‑square‑foot guesthouse with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, and loft
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