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For Sale
$995,000
518 Laurel Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55102
Four residences feature refreshed kitchens, ceramic bathrooms, private decks, and lower-level laundry facilities.
Property Size2,820 SF
Price / SF$352.84
Days on Market18
Property Features for 518 Laurel Ave
General Information
Standard status
Active
Size
2,820 SF
Property subtype
Multi-Family
Additional Details
Multifamily Units
4
Amenities
decks
shared laundry area
Building Details
Year Built
1911
Buildings
1
Listing Agency:
RE/MAX Results
(651) 230-9200
Listed By:
Christopher J Ames · License #710057
Source:
Searchhousesnow
Added: Aug 12
Changed: Aug 28
Last Checked: Aug 29 at 12:12PM
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
This 2,820-square-foot quadplex, built in 1911, contains four residential units arranged as two main-floor apartments and two upper-level apartments. Each unit has been updated over the last few years, with refreshed kitchens and ceramic-tiled bathrooms. Decks extend from the units toward the rear outdoor area, while a shared laundry room is located on the lower level.
The property occupies a large lot with off-street parking and sits across from McQuillan Park at 518 Laurel Ave in Saint Paul. The four-unit configuration, multiple floor levels, and existing common laundry provide a clearly defined residential income property layout.
The property occupies a large lot with off-street parking and sits across from McQuillan Park at 518 Laurel Ave in Saint Paul. The four-unit configuration, multiple floor levels, and existing common laundry provide a clearly defined residential income property layout.
Key Highlights
- Four‑unit quadplex with two main‑floor and two upper‑level residences
- 2,820 SF building constructed in 1911
- All units updated over the last few years
Financial Insights
Estimated NOI and Cap Rate
NOI = area × lease_rate × (100 − vacancy) / 100 × (1 − expense_ratio). Net Operating Income — what the owner takes home each year before mortgage payments and income tax. Effective rent (asking rent minus vacancy losses) minus operating costs (taxes, insurance, maintenance, management).
NOI / Yr
$41,202
Cap rate = NOI / list price × 100. Capitalization rate — annual return on a fully cash purchase, before financing. NOI divided by price. Higher means more income per dollar invested, but usually also more risk or older condition. 5–8% is typical for stabilized commercial property; double digits often signal distressed deals.
Cap Rate
4.14%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap rates vary significantly by property type, market, and asset quality.
Typical U.S. stable-market ranges:
Multifamily — 4.5% to 6.5% (Class A in primary markets often sub-5%; Class C in secondary markets 6%+)
Industrial / Logistics — 5.0% to 7.0% (compressed heavily in recent years due to e-commerce demand)
Office — 6.5% to 9%+ (wide spread post-2020; CBD Class A vs. suburban Class B varies dramatically)
Retail — 5.5% to 8.5% (grocery-anchored on the low end, unanchored strip centers higher)
Hospitality / Hotels — 7.5% to 10%+ (higher due to operational risk)
Self-Storage — 5.5% to 7.5%
Medical Office — 6.0% to 7.5%
Net Lease (single tenant, credit) — 5.0% to 7.0% depending on tenant credit and lease term
Rules of thumb:
Primary markets (NYC, SF, LA, Boston, DC) trade at lower cap rates than secondary/tertiary markets, often by 100–200 bps (bps, aka basis points; 1 bp = 0.01%).
Class A assets trade ~50–150 bps tighter than Class B, and Class B tighter than Class C.
Cap rates move inversely with price — a lower cap rate means a higher price for the same NOI.
Spread to the 10-year Treasury is a common benchmark; historically 200–400 bps over the 10-year.
Cap Rate 5%
$824,040
$824.0K
Cap Rate 7%
$588,600
$588.6K
Cap Rate 9%
$457,800
$457.8K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 2,820 SF
Vacancy — income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year, subtracted from gross rent.
EGI (Effective Gross Income) — gross rent minus vacancy losses, the realistic income before paying operating costs.
OpEx (Operating Expenses) — recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management); excludes financing and capital improvements.
NOI (Net Operating Income) — income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.
Gross rent
$62.6K $22.20/SF
− Vacancy
−$3.7K −$1.33/SF
EGI
$58.9K $20.87/SF
− OpEx
−$17.7K −$6.26/SF
NOI
$41.2K $14.61/SF
Area
Dakota County, MN
Vacancy
5.98%
Lease Rate
$22.20 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap rates vary significantly by property type, market, and asset quality.
Typical U.S. stable-market ranges:
Multifamily — 4.5% to 6.5% (Class A in primary markets often sub-5%; Class C in secondary markets 6%+)
Industrial / Logistics — 5.0% to 7.0% (compressed heavily in recent years due to e-commerce demand)
Office — 6.5% to 9%+ (wide spread post-2020; CBD Class A vs. suburban Class B varies dramatically)
Retail — 5.5% to 8.5% (grocery-anchored on the low end, unanchored strip centers higher)
Hospitality / Hotels — 7.5% to 10%+ (higher due to operational risk)
Self-Storage — 5.5% to 7.5%
Medical Office — 6.0% to 7.5%
Net Lease (single tenant, credit) — 5.0% to 7.0% depending on tenant credit and lease term
Rules of thumb:
Primary markets (NYC, SF, LA, Boston, DC) trade at lower cap rates than secondary/tertiary markets, often by 100–200 bps (bps, aka basis points; 1 bp = 0.01%).
Class A assets trade ~50–150 bps tighter than Class B, and Class B tighter than Class C.
Cap rates move inversely with price — a lower cap rate means a higher price for the same NOI.
Spread to the 10-year Treasury is a common benchmark; historically 200–400 bps over the 10-year.
Cap Rate 5%
$824,040
Cap Rate 7%
$588,600
Cap Rate 9%
$457,800
Alternative Uses
Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$588.6K
$515.0K – $686.7K
NOI $41,202 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.14%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$540.6K
$473.1K – $630.7K
NOI $37,844 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.80%
Theoretical Best
Healthcare Medical
$694.0K
$607.2K – $809.6K
NOI $48,577 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.88%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.
Property Analytics
Property Profile
Current Use
Lease Details
4
Residential units
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
1,355
Businesses Nearby
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Demographics for 55102, MN
20,355
Population
11,582
Households
1.8
Avg Household Size
39
Median Age
55%
College-Educated
96%
High-School Grad
3.3 sq mi
ZIP Area
6,168
Density / Sq Mi
$74,143
Median Household Income
$54,042
Median Earnings
$1,295
Median Rent
$280,400
Median Home Value
Market
Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in Midwest region
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Quadplex - Four residences feature refreshed kitchens, ceramic bathrooms, private decks, and lower-level laundry facilities.
Where is this quadplex located?
The property is located at 518 Laurel Ave Saint Paul, MN.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $995,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Four‑unit quadplex with two main‑floor and two upper‑level residences; 2,820 SF building constructed in 1911; All units updated over the last few years
