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Updated Waterfront Duplex
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$429,000

23888 US Highway 98, Elberta, AL 36530

MULTI_FAMILY - Other - Elberta, AL

Property Size2,800 SF
Lot Size0.37 Acres
Price / SF$153.21
Days on Market190

Property Features for 23888 US Highway 98

General Information

Property type Residential Multi Family
Property subtype Duplex
Bedrooms 6
Bathrooms 4
Full bathrooms 4
Rooms Bathroom 3, Bedroom 3, Bathroom 2, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 6, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 2, Bathroom 4, Bathroom 1
Patio and Porch features Patio
Interior features Internet, Ceiling Fan(s)
Fencing Fenced
Appliances Dishwasher, Electric Range
Subdivision Cotton
Elementary school Elberta Elementary
Middle school Elberta Middle
High school Elberta High School
Directions From the intersection of Foley Beach Express and US Hwy 98, travel east on US Hwy 98 for approximately 1.8 miles. Turn south ontoGarden Lane; the duplex is located about 500 feet down on the left.
Standard status Active
APN 54-07-25-0-000-002.027
Size 2,800 SF
Lot size 0.37 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Description 52(S) X 158(S) Irr That Pt Of Lot 3 Cotton Sub Slide 1898- B Desc As Fm Se Cor Of Lot 3 Th Run N 153(S) For The Pob, T H W 49(S), Th Nw 25(S), Th W 80(S), Th N 64(S), Th Ne 12 0.6, Th E 36.5, Th S 158(S) To The Pob Sec 25-T7s-R2e (Sp Wd)
Tax Annual Amount 1990
Legal Description 52(S) X 158(S) Irr That Pt Of Lot 3 Cotton Sub Slide 1898- B Desc As Fm Se Cor Of Lot 3 Th Run N 153(S) For The Pob, T H W 49(S), Th Nw 25(S), Th W 80(S), Th N 64(S), Th Ne 12 0.6, Th E 36.5, Th S 158(S) To The Pob Sec 25-T7s-R2e (Sp Wd)

Utilities

Heating system Electric (Heating)
Water front features Waterfront

Building Details

Year built 2004
Floors in Building 2
Flooring type Tile
Roof type Metal
Architectural style Other
Listing Agency: Beachball Properties
Listed By: Jonathan R Bennett · License #110875
Added: Feb 1 Changed: Aug 4 Last Checked: Aug 10 at 9:06AM
MLS# 391143

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This duplex contains 2,800 square feet on an approximately 0.37-acre parcel. Both units are occupied under month-to-month leases, providing an existing residential income setup. Property features include tile flooring, electric heat, ceiling fans, internet service, dishwashers, electric ranges, patios, fencing, and waterfront frontage. The building was constructed in 2004.

Recent capital improvements include a metal roof completed in 2020, HVAC replacement in 2018, and full PEX plumbing replacement in 2022. The property is located at 23888 US Highway 98 in Elberta, Alabama, with access to nearby Baldwin County communities and ample on-site parking.

Key Highlights

  • 2,800‑square‑foot duplex on an approximately 0.37‑acre parcel
  • Both units occupied under month‑to‑month leases
  • Waterfront property with fenced grounds and patio areas

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
$25,642
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
5.98%
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%
$512,840 $512.8K
Cap Rate 7%
$366,314 $366.3K
Cap Rate 9%
$284,911 $284.9K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 2,800 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
$38.6K $13.80/SF
− Vacancy
−$2.0K −$0.72/SF
EGI
$36.6K $13.08/SF
− OpEx
−$11.0K −$3.92/SF
NOI
$25.6K $9.16/SF
Area
Baldwin County, AL
Vacancy
5.20%
Lease Rate
$13.80 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
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%
$512,840
Cap Rate 7%
$366,314
Cap Rate 9%
$284,911

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$366.3K
$320.5K – $427.4K (±1% cap)
NOI $25,642 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.98%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$326.0K
$285.3K – $380.4K (±1% cap)
NOI $22,823 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.32%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$673.3K
$589.2K – $785.6K (±1% cap)
NOI $47,134 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 10.99%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Duplexes

Suggested Use

Top Pick Building Supply Auto Repair Shop HVAC Service Big Box & Wholesale Store Restaurant Computer & Electronic Repair

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

100%
Occupancy
Multi-tenant
Tenancy
Yes
Highway access

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

25
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 36530, AL

8,375
Population
3,988
Households
2.1
Avg Household Size
46
Median Age
20%
College-Educated
89%
High-School Grad
95.6 sq mi
ZIP Area
88
Density / Sq Mi
$59,252
Median Household Income
$41,231
Median Earnings
$1,093
Median Rent
$251,900
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in South region

8.5% 2022
10.2% 2023
11.4% 2024
11.3% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Duplex - Two occupied residences offer patio space, fenced grounds, and month-to-month leasing arrangements.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 23888 US Highway 98 Elberta, AL.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $429,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 2,800‑square‑foot duplex on an approximately 0.37‑acre parcel; Both units occupied under month‑to‑month leases; Waterfront property with fenced grounds and patio areas
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