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Seven-Suite Craftsman Office Building

5430 California Unit 1CU, Seattle, WA 98136

For Sale
$1,299,000

Renovated professional workspace with shared amenities, basement storage, secured parking, and ADA-compliant access.

Property Size2,269 SF
Price / SF$572.50
Days on Market101

Property Features for 5430 California Unit 1CU

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 2,269 SF
Total Parking Spaces 3
Property subtype Commercial

Site & Location

Neighborhood Fairmount Park

Additional Details

Sprinkler System Yes
Office Units 7

Amenities

waiting room
break area
kitchen
bathrooms
climate-controlled basement storage
ductless heating and AC system
ADA compliance

Building Details

Year Built 2000
Buildings 1
Building Size 2,269 SF
Construction Craftsman
Tenancy Multi
Listing Agency: John L. Scott Vashon
Listed By: James Marsh · License #21021702
Source: Century21northhomes
Added: Jul 29 Changed: Nov 6 Last Checked: Oct 30 at 5:55PM

Displayed information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. All listing content including descriptions, pricing, images are the copyrighted material of John L. Scott Vashon

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Investment Insights

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This renovated Craftsman-style office building provides 2,269 square feet arranged across seven individual office suites. Shared areas include a living-room-style reception and waiting area, kitchen, break area, and two bathrooms, giving the property a practical setup for multiple professional occupants. The building also includes nearly 1,000 square feet of climate-controlled basement storage, along with two storage units.

Three covered and secured parking stalls serve the property. Building systems include a new ductless heating and air-conditioning system, full fire sprinklers, and ADA-compliant features. Located on California Avenue in West Seattle, the property is subject to an HOA that covers water, sewer, garbage, recycling, common-area maintenance, exterior irrigation, earthquake and fire insurance, and reserves.

Key Highlights

  • 2,269 SF Craftsman‑style office building with seven individual office suites
  • Nearly 1,000 SF of climate‑controlled basement storage
  • Three covered and secured parking stalls

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$39,834
Cap Rate
3.07%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$796,680 $796.7K
Cap Rate 7%
$569,057 $569.1K
Cap Rate 9%
$442,600 $442.6K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 2,269 SF
Gross rent
$68.9K $30.36/SF
− Vacancy
−$15.8K −$6.95/SF
EGI
$53.1K $23.41/SF
− OpEx
−$13.3K −$5.85/SF
NOI
$39.8K $17.56/SF
Area
Seattle, WA
Vacancy
22.90%
Lease Rate
$30.36 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
25.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$796,680
Cap Rate 7%
$569,057
Cap Rate 9%
$442,600

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Office B
$569.1K
$497.9K – $663.9K (±1% cap)
NOI $39,834 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.07%
Second Best
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no second resolved use
Theoretical Best
Office A
$682.6K
$597.3K – $796.4K (±1% cap)
NOI $47,784 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.68%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities. How Realmo checks its estimates

Property Analytics

Current Use

Office buildings

Suggested Use

Top Pick Food Market Barber Shop Grocery & Convenience Store Electrical Service Storage Facility (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store

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

7
Office units
Multi-tenant
Tenancy
Yes
Sprinkler system

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

1,388
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 98136, WA

16,424
Population
8,295
Households
2
Avg Household Size
43
Median Age
67%
College-Educated
97%
High-School Grad
2.3 sq mi
ZIP Area
7,141
Density / Sq Mi
$153,636
Median Household Income
$85,279
Median Earnings
$1,917
Median Rent
$900,000
Median Home Value

Market

Average Price Trend$/SF for Office buildings in Seattle, WA

$473 Jul
$295 Aug
$360 Sep
$347 Oct

Properties on Market for Office buildings in Seattle

Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct

Vacancy Rate% for Office in Seattle, WA

8.5% 2019
13.4% 2020
17.6% 2021
19.5% 2022
24.3% 2023
30% 2024
32.3% 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Office building - Renovated professional workspace with shared amenities, basement storage, secured parking, and ADA-compliant access.
Where is this office building located?
The property is located at 5430 California Unit 1CU Seattle, WA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,299,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 2,269 SF Craftsman‑style office building with seven individual office suites; Nearly 1,000 SF of climate‑controlled basement storage; Three covered and secured parking stalls
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