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    540-542 South Oakley Avenue, Columbus, OH 43204

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    $239,900

    Two well-updated units with 2 bedrooms each and 2022 renovations, both leased on month-to-month terms.

    Type:Multi-Family / Duplex
    Property size:
    1,960 SF
    Price / SF:
    $122/SF
    Added:
    Sep 1, 2025
    Days on Market:
    279
    Last Refresh:
    Jun 6 at 4:11 am

    Property Features for 540-542 South Oakley Avenue

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    1,960 SF
    Property subtype
    Multi-Family / Duplex

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1926

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    Ling Q Hunter
    Ling Q Hunter

    Listing agent Ling Q Hunter License #2015002572

    Listing office Red 1 Realty

    Listing date Sep 1, 2025

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    HighLights

    • Duplex built in 1926 with two units, each featuring 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath
    • Renovations completed in 2022, including remodeled kitchens with new cabinets, countertops, and appliances
    • Major improvements include new HVAC systems and updated windows
    • Both units are currently leased on month‑to‑month terms at $1,280 per month each
    • Tenants are in place—curb offers only and please do not disturb tenants

    Overview

    This well-maintained duplex features two separate units, with each side offering 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath. Renovations were completed in 2022, including remodeled kitchens with new cabinets, countertops, and appliances. Additional major updates include new HVAC systems and updated windows, giving the property a more modern, move-in-ready feel from an owner-operator and tenant perspective.

    The property is described as having convenient access to public transportation, along with nearby shopping, dining, schools, and everyday amenities. Current leasing is in place on a month-to-month basis, with both units leased at $1,280 per month. The seller notes that curb offers only are accepted, and tenants should not be disturbed.

    For investors or buyers seeking a residential income property, the duplex provides an established two-unit configuration with completed interior improvements and ongoing rental occupancy. The combination of 2022 kitchen and system upgrades, along with two independent 2-bedroom layouts, supports a practical, hands-off ownership experience as leases continue on month-to-month terms.

    Local Financial Insights For Multifamily LT 5

    Simulate Cap Rate and NOI

    NOI Build-Up
    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.

    Component $ $/SF
    Gross rent $25.6k $13.08
    − Vacancy −$1.8k −$0.92
    EGI $23.8k $12.16
    − OpEx −$7.2k −$3.65
    NOI $16.7k $8.52
    1,960 SF · lease $13.08/SF/yr · vacancy 7.00% · expense 30.00%

    Alternative Uses

    Best Use
    Multifamily LT 5
    $238.4K
    $208.6K – $278.2K (±1% cap)
    NOI $16,690 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.96%
    Second Best
    Apartment 5plus
    $191.8K
    $167.8K – $223.8K (±1% cap)
    NOI $13,426 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.60%
    Theoretical Best
    Office A
    $408.5K
    $357.4K – $476.6K (±1% cap)
    NOI $28,593 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 11.92%
    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.
    Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Duplexes

    Suggested Use

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

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

    Location Insight

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    City
    Columbus
    County
    Delaware
    State
    Ohio
    Longitude
    -83.0616264
    Latitude
    39.944285

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Duplex - Two well-updated units with 2 bedrooms each and 2022 renovations, both leased on month-to-month terms.
    Where is this duplex located?
    The property is located at 540-542 South Oakley Avenue Columbus, OH.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $239,900.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Duplex built in 1926 with two units, each featuring 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath; Renovations completed in 2022, including remodeled kitchens with new cabinets, countertops, and appliances; Major improvements include new HVAC systems and updated windows
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    Real Estate License ID: 2015002572
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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 estimate is based on recent sales of similar nearby properties, adjusted for factors like size, condition, and location.

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    Stat Estimate

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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
    Alternative use

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

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