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    281 Washington Avenue, Albany, NY 12206

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    For Sale
    $489,000

    Immaculate building with high ceilings, suitable for various purposes.

    Property size:
    2,860 SF
    Lot size:
    0.03 Acres
    Price / SF:
    $170/SF
    Added:
    Mar 9, 2026
    Days on Market:
    71
    Last Refresh:
    Mar 16 at 11:03 am

    Property Features for 281 Washington Avenue

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    2,860 SF
    Lot size
    0.03 Acres

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1940

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    BRIAN A BROSEN

    Listing agent BRIAN A BROSEN

    Listing office EXP REALTY

    Listing date Mar 9, 2026

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    HighLights

    • Large, open first‑floor worship space with high ceilings.
    • Lower level with dedicated exterior entrance and large open room.
    • Beautiful kitchen with granite countertops and top‑of‑the‑line cabinetry.
    • On‑demand hot water heat and mini‑split air conditioning.
    • Multiple bathrooms (2 on the first floor, 2 in the lower level).
    • Versatile space suitable for many uses.

    Overview

    This incredibly maintained building, currently used as a house of worship, features a tiled entry and a large, open first-floor worship space with high ceilings. The first floor also includes two side rooms and two bathrooms. The second floor offers a small sound room, a second-floor seating area, and an office overlooking the entry. The lower level, accessible via a dedicated exterior entrance, contains a kitchen with granite countertops and high-end cabinetry, along with two bathrooms and a large open room suitable for many uses. The building is equipped with on-demand hot water heat and mini-splits. The property has a size of 2860 square feet and presents many possible uses.
    Property Profile Insight Report Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Churches & religious facilities

    Suggested Use

    Restaurant Real Estate Agency Law Firm Building Supply Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Big Box & Wholesale Store Auto Repair Shop Hotel & Motel Auto Parts Store

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

    Location Insight

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    City
    Albany
    County
    Albany
    State
    New York
    Longitude
    -73.8615295
    Latitude
    42.7077044

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Church & religious facility - Immaculate building with high ceilings, suitable for various purposes.
    Where is this church & religious facility located?
    The property is located at 281 Washington Avenue Albany, NY.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $489,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Large, open first‑floor worship space with high ceilings.; Lower level with dedicated exterior entrance and large open room.; Beautiful kitchen with granite countertops and top‑of‑the‑line cabinetry.
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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
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    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.

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    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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    • 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
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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
    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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