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Mixed-Use Duplex Conversion
For Sale
$279,900

538 New Scotland Avenue, Albany, NY 12208

MultiFamily, Albany, NY

Property Size1,720 SF
Lot Size0.26 Acres
Price / SF$162.73
Days on Market47

Property Features for 538 New Scotland Avenue

General Information

Property type Residential Multi Family
Property subtype Duplex
Zoning Mixed
Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 2
Full bathrooms 1
Half bathrooms 2
Rooms Bathroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bathroom 2, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 3, Bathroom 3, Bedroom 1
Parking 3
Basement Full
Lot features Corner Lot
High school Albany
Elementary school district Albany
Middle school district Albany
High school district Albany
Directions Corner of New Scotland and South Main
Standard status Active
APN 75.25-1-17
Size 1,720 SF
Lot size 0.26 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Annual Amount 6000

Utilities

Sewer type Public Sewer
Heating system Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling system Central Air
Water source Public

Building Details

Year built 1948
Number of units 2
Building materials Aluminum Siding
Roof type Asphalt
Architectural style Ranch
Buildings 1
Listing Agency: Re Max Capital · RE/MAX International
Listed By: Steve Duggan · License #40DU1087381
Added: Sep 21 Changed: Oct 27 Last Checked: Nov 6 at 7:06AM
MLS# 202626548

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Investment Insights

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This 1,720-square-foot mixed-use property is configured with office space on one side and a two-bedroom, one-bath apartment on the other. The building includes a full basement and separate utilities, supporting a potential conversion to a two-family layout. Built in 1948, the ranch-style structure has aluminum siding, an asphalt roof, forced-air natural gas heat, central air, public water, and public sewer.

The 0.26-acre property is located at the corner of New Scotland Avenue and S. Main in Albany. Hospitals, schools, restaurants, and shopping are within walking distance. Mixed zoning and the existing combination of office and residential space provide a flexible physical configuration for continued mixed use or the proposed residential conversion.

Key Highlights

  • 1,720 square feet on a 0.26‑acre lot
  • Existing layout includes office space and a 2 bedroom/1 bath apartment
  • Full basement and separate utilities

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$20,272
Cap Rate
7.24%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$405,440 $405.4K
Cap Rate 7%
$289,600 $289.6K
Cap Rate 9%
$225,244 $225.2K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 1,720 SF
Gross rent
$36.1K $21.00/SF
− Vacancy
−$3.7K −$2.14/SF
EGI
$32.4K $18.86/SF
− OpEx
−$12.2K −$7.07/SF
NOI
$20.3K $11.79/SF
Area
Albany, NY
Vacancy
10.20%
Lease Rate
$21.00 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
37.50%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$405,440
Cap Rate 7%
$289,600
Cap Rate 9%
$225,244

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Mixed Use
$289.6K
$253.4K – $337.9K (±1% cap)
NOI $20,272 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.24%
Second Best
Multifamily LT 5
$279.8K
$244.9K – $326.5K (±1% cap)
NOI $19,588 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.00%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$453.8K
$397.1K – $529.4K (±1% cap)
NOI $31,765 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 11.35%
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Current Use

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Suggested Use

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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

1
Residential units

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

1,129
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 12208, NY

22,118
Population
11,522
Households
1.9
Avg Household Size
34
Median Age
56%
College-Educated
93%
High-School Grad
4.4 sq mi
ZIP Area
5,027
Density / Sq Mi
$69,505
Median Household Income
$39,268
Median Earnings
$1,291
Median Rent
$255,300
Median Home Value
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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in Northeast region

4% 2022
4.6% 2023
5.3% 2024
5.6% 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Duplex - Mixed-use building with office space, a two-bedroom apartment, and separate utilities.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 538 New Scotland Avenue Albany, NY.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $279,900.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 1,720 square feet on a 0.26‑acre lot; Existing layout includes office space and a 2 bedroom/1 bath apartment; Full basement and separate utilities
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