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    495 Columbia St, Somerville, MA 02143

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    Retail space available in Somerville's emerging life science cluster.

    Type:Retail
    Added:
    Feb 11, 2025
    Days on Market:
    465
    Last Refresh:
    Mar 17 at 1:22 pm

    Property Features for 495 Columbia St

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Property subtype
    Retail

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    Listing Contact
    Rob Robledo

    Listing agent Rob Robledo License #0777085

    Listing office CBRE - Boston

    Listing date Feb 11, 2025

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    HighLights

    • Located in Union Square, a vibrant community hub for creators, foodies, artists, and innovators.
    • Walking distance to a diverse array of food, bars, entertainment, and conveniences.
    • Designed by SGA, a leading architectural firm.
    • Positioned as a leading development in Somerville’s emerging life science cluster.
    • Combines cutting‑edge lab and dynamic commercial space.
    • Features vibrant retail on a reimagined street front.

    Overview

    This retail space is located within the Boynton Gateway development in Union Square, Somerville. The development, designed by SGA, aims to integrate cutting-edge lab facilities with dynamic commercial space and vibrant retail offerings on a reactivated street front. The location provides access to a diverse array of food, bars, entertainment, and conveniences within walking distance. The area is intended to foster a community of creators, food enthusiasts, artists, small business owners, and innovators.
    Property Profile Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Somerville Tow Auto Repair Shop JURA Bio, Inc. Corporate Office

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Law Firm Restaurant Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Gym & Fitness Center Accounting Firm

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

    Location Insight

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    City
    Somerville
    County
    Middlesex
    State
    Massachusetts
    Longitude
    -71.0942644
    Latitude
    42.3751141

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    What type of property is this?
    Retail space - Retail space available in Somerville's emerging life science cluster.
    Where is this retail space located?
    The property is located at 495 Columbia St Somerville, MA.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Located in Union Square, **a vibrant community hub** for creators, foodies, artists, and innovators.; Walking distance to a diverse array of food, bars, entertainment, and conveniences.; Designed by SGA, a leading architectural firm.
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    Real Estate License ID: 0777085
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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.

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    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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    • 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

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    • 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
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    Estimate considers the property’s potential value if used for a different purpose-based on zoning, demand, and market feasibility.

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