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Historic Mixed-Use Building
For Sale
$500,000

424 Main Street, Ferndale, CA 95536

Commercial Sale, Ferndale, CA

Property Size3,335 SF
Lot Size0.06 Acres
Price / SF$149.93
Days on Market243

Property Features for 424 Main Street

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Zoning Yes
Bathrooms 3
Full bathrooms 3
Rooms Bathroom 3, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 1
Interior features Handicap Access, Handicap Restroom
Accessibility Accessible Approach with Ramp
Subdivision Mid County
Standard status Active
Size 3,335 SF
Lot size 0.06 Acres

Amenities

five office spaces
laundry room
handicap-accessible bathroom

Building Details

Floors in Building 2
Flooring type Tile, Wood, Carpet
Building materials Wood Siding
Roof type Shingle
Listing Agency: EXP Realty of California, Inc.
Listed By: Sarah Pichulo · License #02118250
Added: Feb 6 Changed: Sep 15 Last Checked: Oct 7 at 1:06AM
MLS# 271524

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Built in 1914, this 3,335-square-foot mixed-use property includes a 1,955-square-foot commercial storefront and two residential apartments. The street-level space has tall ceilings, an open main room, a glass storefront, five offices, a laundry room, and a handicap-accessible bathroom. Wood siding, shingle roofing, and tile, wood, and carpet flooring contribute to the building’s historic character.

The residential portion consists of a one-bedroom, one-bath apartment with views toward Main Street and updated kitchen and bathroom finishes, plus a two-bedroom, one-bath apartment with an open layout, tile kitchen flooring, granite countertops, and a clawfoot tub. The property occupies 0.06 acres at 424 Main Street in Ferndale and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places in Humboldt County as the Mullady Building. The commercial unit also has a documented long-term rental history.

Key Highlights

  • 3,335‑square‑foot mixed‑use property on 0.06 acres
  • 1,955‑square‑foot commercial storefront with tall ceilings and glass storefront windows
  • Five office spaces, laundry room, and handicap‑accessible bathroom

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$39,712
Cap Rate
7.94%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$794,240 $794.2K
Cap Rate 7%
$567,314 $567.3K
Cap Rate 9%
$441,244 $441.2K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 3,335 SF
Gross rent
$77.6K $23.28/SF
− Vacancy
−$5.4K −$1.63/SF
EGI
$72.2K $21.65/SF
− OpEx
−$32.5K −$9.74/SF
NOI
$39.7K $11.91/SF
Area
Humboldt County, CA
Vacancy
7.00%
Lease Rate
$23.28 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
45.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$794,240
Cap Rate 7%
$567,314
Cap Rate 9%
$441,244

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Retail
$1.11M
$973.7K – $1.30M (±1% cap)
NOI $77,899 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 15.58%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$567.3K
$496.4K – $661.9K (±1% cap)
NOI $39,712 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.94%
Theoretical Best
Flex RnD
$1.26M
$1.10M – $1.47M (±1% cap)
NOI $88,161 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 17.63%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

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Current Use

Like Nobody Else ... Spa & Massage Center

Suggested Use

Top Pick (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Big Box & Wholesale Store Pharmacy Auto Repair Shop Kitchen & Bath Showroom Butcher

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

5
Office units
2
Residential units
Multi-tenant
Tenancy

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

236
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 95536, CA

2,753
Population
1,548
Households
1.8
Avg Household Size
46
Median Age
24%
College-Educated
91%
High-School Grad
162.8 sq mi
ZIP Area
17
Density / Sq Mi
$66,563
Median Household Income
$36,948
Median Earnings
$1,239
Median Rent
$570,800
Median Home Value
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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in West region

7% 2022
7.8% 2023
8.6% 2024
8.6% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Mixed-use property - Victorian-era property combines a street-level commercial storefront with two upstairs apartments and accessible building features.
Where is this mixed-use property located?
The property is located at 424 Main Street Ferndale, CA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $500,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 3,335‑square‑foot mixed‑use property on 0.06 acres; 1,955‑square‑foot commercial storefront with tall ceilings and glass storefront windows; Five office spaces, laundry room, and handicap‑accessible bathroom
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