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Five-Unit Brick Apartment Building
For Sale
$469,900

502 Monroe/ 251 Locust, Valparaiso, IN 46383

Two-story apartment property with on-site parking and a two-car garage near downtown Valparaiso.

Property Size3,166 SF
Price / SF$148.42
Days on Market332

Property Features for 502 Monroe/ 251 Locust

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 3,166 SF
Property subtype Multi-Family

Additional Details

Highway Access Yes
Multifamily Units 5

Building Details

Year Built 1880
Stories 2
Construction brick
Listing Agency: McColly Real Estate
Listed By: Steve Likas · License #RB14051105
Source: Nwindianahomesearcher
Added: Nov 19, 2025 Changed: Oct 16 Last Checked: Oct 16 at 9:08AM

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Investment Insights

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This two-story brick apartment building contains five separate units within 3,166 square feet. Built in 1880, the property includes functional unit layouts, on-site parking, and a two-car garage that provides additional storage or potential rental utility. The configuration may also accommodate an owner-occupant seeking space alongside rental units.

The property is located near downtown Valparaiso, with shopping, restaurants, schools, and major highways nearby. Its Valparaiso location places everyday services and regional transportation access within the surrounding area.

Key Highlights

  • Five separate apartment units
  • Two‑story brick building constructed in 1880
  • 3,166 square feet of building area

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$25,142
Cap Rate
5.35%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$502,840 $502.8K
Cap Rate 7%
$359,171 $359.2K
Cap Rate 9%
$279,356 $279.4K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 3,166 SF
Gross rent
$48.6K $15.36/SF
− Vacancy
−$2.9K −$0.92/SF
EGI
$45.7K $14.44/SF
− OpEx
−$20.6K −$6.50/SF
NOI
$25.1K $7.94/SF
Area
Porter County, IN
Vacancy
6.00%
Lease Rate
$15.36 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
45.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$502,840
Cap Rate 7%
$359,171
Cap Rate 9%
$279,356

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Apartment 5plus
$359.2K
$314.3K – $419.0K (±1% cap)
NOI $25,142 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.35%
Second Best
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no second resolved use
Theoretical Best
Healthcare Medical
$1.20M
$1.05M – $1.40M (±1% cap)
NOI $83,996 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 17.88%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities. How Realmo checks its estimates

Property Analytics

Current Use

Apartment buildings

Suggested Use

Top Pick Garden Center Locksmith Grocery & Convenience Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Catering Service Florist

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
Residential units
Yes
Highway access

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

1,740
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 46383, IN

41,981
Population
18,343
Households
2.3
Avg Household Size
39
Median Age
38%
College-Educated
95%
High-School Grad
87.5 sq mi
ZIP Area
480
Density / Sq Mi
$75,575
Median Household Income
$43,065
Median Earnings
$1,144
Median Rent
$258,400
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in Midwest region

6.5% 2022
7.5% 2023
7.8% 2024
8% 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Apartment building - Two-story apartment property with on-site parking and a two-car garage near downtown Valparaiso.
Where is this apartment building located?
The property is located at 502 Monroe/ 251 Locust Valparaiso, IN.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $469,900.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Five separate apartment units; Two‑story brick building constructed in 1880; 3,166 square feet of building area
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