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    243 N Front Wilmington, NC

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    23,750 SF building in downtown Wilmington for lease.

    Type:OFFICE
    Property size:
    21,600 SF
    Lot size:
    0.50 Acres
    Price / SF:
    $217/SF
    Added:
    Jul 23, 2025
    Days on Market:
    277
    Last Refresh:
    Apr 5 at 8:10 pm

    Property Features for 243 N Front

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    21,600 SF
    Lot size
    0.50 Acres
    Property subtype
    OFFICE

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    Keith Austin
    Keith Austin

    Listing agent Keith Austin

    Listing office Cape Fear Commercial, LLC

    Listing date Jul 23, 2025

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    Overview

    Downtown Wilmington Office Building

    This 23,750 SF building is located in downtown Wilmington, situated on a 0.19-acre parcel zoned Central Business District (CBD). The property offers flexibility for owner-occupants and investors. The building features 21,600 usable square feet, excluding an unconditioned basement/storage area. Dual access is available from both Front Street and Bijou Park, making the property suitable for multiple tenants. The ground floor layout is suited for conversion to retail use, enhancing income potential. The property is currently occupied by a single office tenant through April 30, 2026, who has provided notice to vacate at lease end.
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    Current Use by Public Records

    ChargePoint Charging Station Electric Vehicle Charging Station McKim & Creed Engineering Consultant

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Restaurant Dental Office Spa & Massage Center Hair Salon Law Firm Nail Salon Building Supply Daycare Center Gym & Fitness Center

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

    Location Insight

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    City
    Wilmington
    County
    New Hanover
    State
    North Carolina
    Longitude
    -77.9495
    Latitude
    34.2384

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Office building - 23,750 SF building in downtown Wilmington for lease.
    Where is this office building located?
    The property is located at 243 N Front Wilmington, NC.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $4,700,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Prime downtown Wilmington location in the Central Business District (CBD).; Large 23,750 SF building with 21,600 usable square feet.; Dual access from Front Street and Bijou Park.
    (910) 352-3660 Call to check price and availability
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    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

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    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.

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    Stat Estimate

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    • 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

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

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