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    496 Sixth St, Montara, CA 94037

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    Unique property with flexible space and development potential.

    Type:Multifamily
    Property size:
    9,763 SF
    Lot size:
    0.92 Acres
    Price / SF:
    $358/SF
    Added:
    Mar 12, 2026
    Days on Market:
    82
    Last Refresh:
    Mar 19 at 10:53 pm

    Property Features for 496 Sixth St

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    9,763 SF
    Lot size
    0.92 Acres
    Property subtype
    Multifamily

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    Hamza Mabrouk

    Listing agent Hamza Mabrouk License #CA

    Listing office Century 21 Real Estate Alliance San Carlos

    Listing date Mar 12, 2026

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    HighLights

    • Rare historic property: Former Montara Grammar School with unique architectural character.
    • Expansive interior space with high ceilings, large windows, and abundant natural light.
    • Two parcels totaling approximately 0.92 acres in a desirable coastal location.
    • Flexible space suitable for a variety of potential uses (religious facility, community center, event venue, etc.).
    • Recent improvements: New roof installed in 2022.
    • Ample on‑site parking for 25+ vehicles.

    Overview

    This offering presents a rare opportunity to acquire a historic property located on the San Mateo County coast. The former Montara Grammar School, situated at 496 6th St, features a distinctive building characterized by expansive interior space and architectural character, offering flexible future potential. The property comprises two separate parcels, totaling approximately 0.92 acres across 8 APNs. The main building parcel spans approximately 0.57 acres, while the adjacent land parcel covers approximately 0.35 acres. The structure, previously utilized as a grammar school and event space, boasts high ceilings, large windows providing abundant natural light, numerous rooms, and 8 bathrooms, creating flexible space suitable for a variety of potential uses. These may include a religious facility, community center, caregiving facility, educational use, or event venue; however, buyers should verify permitted uses with San Mateo County. Recent improvements include a new roof installed in 2022. On-site parking is available for 25+ vehicles. The adjacent parcel may offer the potential to build a home and ADU, subject to county approval.
    Property Profile Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Schools

    Suggested Use

    Restaurant Real Estate Agency Law Firm Spa & Massage Center Building Supply Big Box & Wholesale Store Hair Salon Auto Repair Shop Nail Salon Gym & Fitness Center

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

    Location Insight

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    City
    Montara
    County
    San Mateo
    State
    California
    Longitude
    -122.503
    Latitude
    37.5489

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    School - Unique property with flexible space and development potential.
    Where is this school located?
    The property is located at 496 Sixth St Montara, CA.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $3,500,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Rare historic property: Former Montara Grammar School with unique architectural character.; Expansive interior space with high ceilings, large windows, and abundant natural light.; Two parcels totaling approximately 0.92 acres in a desirable coastal location.
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    Hamza Mabrouk
    Real Estate License ID: CA
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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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    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
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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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