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    422 Congress Ave., Austin, TX

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    7,369 SF parcel in Austin's CBD for development.

    Type:LAND
    Lot size:
    0.17 Acres
    Added:
    Jul 16, 2025
    Days on Market:
    298
    Last Refresh:
    Apr 5 at 10:51 pm

    Property Features for 422 Congress Ave.

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Lot size
    0.17 Acres
    Property subtype
    LAND

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    Listing Contact
    Jeff Coddington
    Jeff Coddington

    Listing agent Jeff Coddington

    Listing office JLL | Austin

    Listing date Jul 16, 2025

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    HighLights

    • Prime "Main and Main" location at the corner of W 5th St and Congress Ave in Austin's CBD.
    • Unrestricted height and 8:1 FAR by‑right zoning (potential for 25:1 FAR with density bonuses) offering significant development potential.
    • ±7,369 sf parcel offering a rare development opportunity.
    • Walking distance to the Convention Center, State Capitol, East 6th Street, and other key downtown destinations.
    • Proximity to entertainment districts, including live music venues and The Paramount Theatre.
    • Close to Lady Bird Lake and the Congress Avenue bridge.

    Overview

    This offering features a fee simple interest in a ±7,369 square foot parcel located at 422 Congress Avenue in Austin, TX. Situated at the southwest corner of West 5th Street and Congress Avenue, it is recognized as the "Main and Main" intersection in the Central Business District. The location is within walking distance of the Convention Center, State Capitol, East 6th Street, the 2nd Street entertainment districts, The Paramount Theatre, the Congress Avenue bridge, and Lady Bird Lake. Zoned "CBD" with unrestricted height and an 8:1 Floor Area Ratio (FAR) by-right, the site has potential for a 25:1 FAR through density bonuses. This site presents a development opportunity within steps of downtown Austin.
    Property Profile Insight Report Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    iFlii Private Jet ... Freight Service

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Restaurant Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Auto Repair Shop Pharmacy Big Box & Wholesale Store

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

    Location Insight

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    City
    Austin
    County
    Hays
    State
    Texas
    Longitude
    -97.7435
    Latitude
    30.267

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    What type of property is this?
    Land - 7,369 SF parcel in Austin's CBD for development.
    Where is this land located?
    The property is located at 422 Congress Ave. Austin, TX.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Prime "Main and Main" location at the corner of W 5th St and Congress Ave in Austin's CBD.; Unrestricted height and 8:1 FAR by‑right zoning (potential for 25:1 FAR with density bonuses) offering significant development potential.; ±7,369 sf parcel offering a rare development opportunity.
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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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    Cap approach

    Capitalization Method calculates value based on estimated net operating income (NOI) and applying a market-based capitalization rate (cap rate), we estimate what a typical investor might be willing to pay for it.

    Comparable approach

    Comparable estimate is based on recent sales of similar nearby properties, adjusted for factors like size, condition, and location.

    Relative

    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.

    Geo

    Comparable Sales Method, enhanced by Geo coefficients — location-based adjustment factors that reflect differences in price levels across neighborhoods, cities, or regions ensuring a more accurate, market-sensitive valuation.

    Stat Estimate

    This method estimates value based on actual market adjusted recent (~5 years) sales of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • 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

    This method estimates value based on AI market estimation of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • 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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