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Downtown Raleigh Commercial Building

405 Morson, Raleigh, NC 27601

For Sale
$845,000

Commercial building near Downtown Raleigh with redevelopment potential.

Property Size2,025 SF
Lot Size0.08 Acres
Price / SF$417.28
Days on Market246

Property Features for 405 Morson

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 2,025 SF
Lot size 0.08 Acres
Property subtype Commercial

Site & Location

Neighborhood F9897147-8df8-4846-A03b-9df71072ffb2

Taxes and HOA fees

Annual Taxes $4,840

Building Details

Year Built 1910
Listing Agency: CENTURY 21 TRIANGLE GROUP
Listed By: JOSE CRUZ LABRADA · License NC #312455
Source: Corcoran
Added: Mar 9 Changed: Sep 4 Last Checked: Aug 14 at 6:04AM

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Investment Insights

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Located near Downtown Raleigh, the commercial building at 405 Morson St, Raleigh, NC, offers an opportunity for office users, investors, or future redevelopment. The property, with a size of approximately 2,025 SF, is zoned OX-3 (Office Mixed Use - up to 3 stories), which allows for various commercial and mixed-use applications. The OX-3 zoning permits building heights of up to three stories, creating potential for future expansion or redevelopment in one of Raleigh's rapidly growing urban areas. The property is suitable for professional offices, creative studios, small business headquarters, or live-work concepts, depending on permitted uses. Situated just minutes from Downtown Raleigh, the location provides convenient access to major employment centers, restaurants, retail, and surrounding residential neighborhoods. The area continues to see steady growth and redevelopment, making this property attractive for both owner-users and investors.

Key Highlights

  • Prime location near Downtown Raleigh, offering convenient access to employment, restaurants, and retail.
  • OX‑3 zoning allows for a variety of commercial and mixed‑use applications, including office, studio, and live‑work spaces.
  • Redevelopment potential with zoning allowing for building heights up to three stories.

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$28,052
Cap Rate
3.32%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$561,040 $561.0K
Cap Rate 7%
$400,743 $400.7K
Cap Rate 9%
$311,689 $311.7K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 2,025 SF
Gross rent
$45.0K $22.20/SF
− Vacancy
−$7.6K −$3.73/SF
EGI
$37.4K $18.47/SF
− OpEx
−$9.4K −$4.62/SF
NOI
$28.1K $13.85/SF
Area
Raleigh, NC
Vacancy
16.80%
Lease Rate
$22.20 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
25.00%
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Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$561,040
Cap Rate 7%
$400,743
Cap Rate 9%
$311,689

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Office B
$400.7K
$350.7K – $467.5K (±1% cap)
NOI $28,052 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.32%
Second Best
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no second resolved use
Theoretical Best
Specialty Retail
$556.5K
$487.0K – $649.3K (±1% cap)
NOI $38,956 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.61%
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Current Use

Cynthia Watson, LCSW Photography Service Rusmed Consultants Home Health Care Service

Suggested Use

Top Pick Locksmith Pharmacy (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Electronics & Wireless Store Veterinary Clinic Auto Parts 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.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

4,117
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 27601, NC

9,965
Population
4,874
Households
2
Avg Household Size
32
Median Age
49%
College-Educated
88%
High-School Grad
1.8 sq mi
ZIP Area
5,536
Density / Sq Mi
$70,433
Median Household Income
$51,443
Median Earnings
$1,499
Median Rent
$572,600
Median Home Value
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Market

Properties on Market for Office buildings in Raleigh

Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct

Vacancy Rate% for Office in South region

14.4% 2019
16.4% 2020
17.3% 2021
18% 2022
18.6% 2023
20.3% 2024
20.2% 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Office building - Commercial building near Downtown Raleigh with redevelopment potential.
Where is this office building located?
The property is located at 405 Morson Raleigh, NC.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $845,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Prime location near Downtown Raleigh, offering convenient access to employment, restaurants, and retail.; OX‑3 zoning allows for a variety of commercial and mixed‑use applications, including office, studio, and live‑work spaces.; Redevelopment potential with zoning allowing for building heights up to three stories.
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