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Historic Two-Story Office Building
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$1,986,753

414 Bank Street, Decatur, AL 35601

Commercial Sale, Decatur, AL

Property Size11,500 SF
Lot Size0.52 Acres
Price / SF$172.76
Days on Market3

Property Features for 414 Bank Street

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Zoning description Commercial
Security features Security System
Subdivision Old Decatur
Standard status Active
APN 0304184019008.000
Size 11,500 SF
Lot size 0.52 Acres

Utilities

Heating system Heat Pump (Heating), Electric (Heating)
Water source Public

Building Details

Year built 1922
Floors in Building 2
Flooring type Hardwood, Stone, Carpet, Tile
Listing Agency: MARMAC COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE
Listed By: Mark Mizell · License #136684
Added: Sep 2 Changed: Sep 4 Last Checked: Sep 4 at 3:06AM
MLS# 11962383

Copyright © 2026 My State MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Built in 1922, this office property combines historic character with a functional commercial layout. The building contains 11,500 square feet across two stories and a full-sized finished basement, with space suited to offices, meetings, storage, and additional workspace. Hardwood, stone, carpet, and tile flooring are present, while an existing kitchen and bathrooms support day-to-day occupancy.

Located at 414 Bank Street in Decatur’s historic district, the property occupies approximately 0.5152 acres near downtown shops, restaurants, and other amenities. Public water service is in place, and the former post office use contributes distinctive architectural character to a centrally positioned office building.

Key Highlights

  • 11,500‑square‑foot office building constructed in 1922
  • Two stories plus a full‑sized finished basement
  • Former post office in Decatur’s historic district

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
$117,058
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
5.89%
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%
$2,341,160 $2.3M
Cap Rate 7%
$1,672,257 $1.7M
Cap Rate 9%
$1,300,644 $1.3M
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 11,500 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
$200.1K $17.40/SF
− Vacancy
−$44.0K −$3.83/SF
EGI
$156.1K $13.57/SF
− OpEx
−$39.0K −$3.39/SF
NOI
$117.1K $10.18/SF
Area
Morgan County, AL
Vacancy
22.00%
Lease Rate
$17.40 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
25.00%
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%
$2,341,160
Cap Rate 7%
$1,672,257
Cap Rate 9%
$1,300,644

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Office B
$1.67M
$1.46M – $1.95M (±1% cap)
NOI $117,058 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.89%
Second Best
no second resolved use
Theoretical Best
Office A
$2.39M
$2.09M – $2.79M (±1% cap)
NOI $167,477 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 8.43%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Office buildings

Suggested Use

Top Pick Dental Office Parking Lot & Garage Locksmith Electrical Service Kitchen & Bath Showroom (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) 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

932
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 35601, AL

34,958
Population
15,168
Households
2.3
Avg Household Size
38
Median Age
18%
College-Educated
77%
High-School Grad
26.5 sq mi
ZIP Area
1,319
Density / Sq Mi
$50,216
Median Household Income
$33,438
Median Earnings
$860
Median Rent
$148,100
Median Home Value

Market

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
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Office building - Finished basement, kitchen, and bathrooms support a practical professional workspace.
Where is this office building located?
The property is located at 414 Bank Street Decatur, AL.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,986,753.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 11,500‑square‑foot office building constructed in 1922; Two stories plus a full‑sized finished basement; Former post office in Decatur’s historic district
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