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Two-Story Farmhouse-Style Duplex
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$409,900

401 W Forest Avenue, North Augusta, SC 29841

Separate living spaces combine original character with updated kitchens, private outdoor areas, and flexible occupancy options.

Property Size3,440 SF
Price / SF$119.16
Days on Market293

Property Features for 401 W Forest Avenue

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 3,440 SF
Property subtype Multi Family Home
Zoning Residential

Units

Unit Mix 1 x 3BR/2BA, 1 x 2BR/1BA
Multifamily Units 2

Amenities

fenced backyard
deck
wraparound porch
chicken coop

Building Details

Building Size 3,440 SF
Year Built 1907
Buildings 1
Stories 2
Units 2
Construction farmhouse-style
Listing Agency: Dogwood Real Estate, LLC
Listed By: Andrea Johnson · License #246700
Source: Woodwardrealestategroup
Added: Oct 21, 2025 Changed: Aug 9 Last Checked: Aug 9 at 7:04AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Built in 1907, this approximately 3,440-square-foot residential duplex occupies a spacious corner lot in North Augusta. The two-story property contains two separate living units, with the lower level offering three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, generous living areas, upgraded flooring, crown molding, a foyer with wainscoting, and a kitchen with island seating, granite-topped vanity, and built-in appliances. A private fenced backyard, deck, wraparound porch, and chicken coop extend the usable outdoor space.

The upper unit has its own outdoor entrance, kitchen, living room, bathroom, and laundry area. Original hardwood floors, a farmhouse-style sink, tile finishes, and a separate laundry area add character to the upper level. The residential property is positioned at 401 W Forest Avenue and is located near downtown North Augusta, SRP Park, the Greenway, shopping, dining, and major employers. Its two-unit configuration supports multi-generational living, owner-occupancy, or rental use.

Key Highlights

  • Approximately 3,440 square feet with two separate residential units
  • 1907 construction with farmhouse‑style architecture and original hardwood floors
  • Lower unit includes 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms

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
$31,243
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
7.62%
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%
$624,860 $624.9K
Cap Rate 7%
$446,329 $446.3K
Cap Rate 9%
$347,144 $347.1K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 3,440 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
$47.5K $13.80/SF
− Vacancy
−$2.8K −$0.83/SF
EGI
$44.6K $12.97/SF
− OpEx
−$13.4K −$3.89/SF
NOI
$31.2K $9.08/SF
Area
Aiken County, SC
Vacancy
5.98%
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%
$624,860
Cap Rate 7%
$446,329
Cap Rate 9%
$347,144

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$446.3K
$390.5K – $520.7K (±1% cap)
NOI $31,243 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.62%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$389.0K
$340.4K – $453.8K (±1% cap)
NOI $27,230 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.64%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$663.1K
$580.2K – $773.6K (±1% cap)
NOI $46,415 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 11.32%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Duplexes

Suggested Use

Top Pick Parking Lot & Garage (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Garden Center HVAC Service Carpet & Flooring Store Grocery & Convenience Store

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

2
Residential units

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

435
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 29841, SC

32,919
Population
16,474
Households
2
Avg Household Size
40
Median Age
32%
College-Educated
93%
High-School Grad
31.9 sq mi
ZIP Area
1,032
Density / Sq Mi
$72,811
Median Household Income
$46,447
Median Earnings
$1,050
Median Rent
$186,000
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 - Separate living spaces combine original character with updated kitchens, private outdoor areas, and flexible occupancy options.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 401 W Forest Avenue North Augusta, SC.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $409,900.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Approximately 3,440 square feet with two separate residential units; 1907 construction with farmhouse‑style architecture and original hardwood floors; Lower unit includes 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms
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