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    545 San Pablo Ave, Albany, CA 94706

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    $2,100,000

    Prime 40-unit residential development opportunity in Albany's business district.

    Type:Commercial
    Property size:
    1,134 SF
    Price / SF:
    $1,851/SF
    Added:
    Aug 5, 2025
    Days on Market:
    302
    Last Refresh:
    May 11 at 12:22 am

    Property Features for 545 San Pablo Ave

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    1,134 SF
    Property subtype
    Commercial

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1970

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    Listing Contact
    ANNA LI
    ANNA LI

    Listing agent ANNA LI License #01189430

    Listing office BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS RP

    Listing date Aug 5, 2025

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    HighLights

    • Prime development opportunity for a 40‑unit residential project.
    • Unbeatable location: close to Sprouts Farmers Market, El Cerrito Plaza, and El Cerrito Plaza BART Station.
    • SPC zoning district with no maximum residential density limit.
    • Proposed plans for a six‑story building with a mix of 1BR/1BA and 2BR units.
    • Easy access to I‑80 and I‑580, with a short drive to Berkeley, Emeryville, Oakland, and San Francisco.
    • Located in a top‑ranked public school system.

    Overview

    This is a development opportunity for a 40-unit residential project located in Albany’s commercial district on San Pablo Avenue. The proposed plans include a six-story building with a mix of 1-bedroom/1-bathroom and 2-bedroom units, some of which are 2-bedroom/2-bathroom units. The property is located near national retailers, small businesses, and corporate tenants. The zoning district has no maximum residential density limit. The location is within walking distance of Sprouts Farmers Market and El Cerrito Plaza and the El Cerrito Plaza BART Station. It is also located close to Ranch 99 Market, Solano Avenue, and the Gilman District. There is easy access to I-80 and I-580, and a short drive to Berkeley, Emeryville, Oakland, and San Francisco. The location is in a community-oriented location with a top-ranked public school system.
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    Current Use by Public Records

    Apartment buildings

    Suggested Use

    Law Firm Restaurant Real Estate Agency Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Food Market Grocery & Convenience Store Gym & Fitness Center

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

    Location Insight

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    City
    Albany
    County
    Alameda
    State
    California
    Longitude
    -122.301
    Latitude
    37.8958

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Apartment building - Prime 40-unit residential development opportunity in Albany's business district.
    Where is this apartment building located?
    The property is located at 545 San Pablo Ave Albany, CA.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $2,100,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Prime development opportunity for a 40‑unit residential project.; Unbeatable location: close to Sprouts Farmers Market, El Cerrito Plaza, and El Cerrito Plaza BART Station.; SPC zoning district with no maximum residential density limit.
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    ANNA LI
    ANNA LI
    Real Estate License ID: 01189430
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    Realmo calculates the Capitalization Rate (Cap Rate) to help estimate a property's potential return on investment. The Cap Rate is a fundamental metric in commercial real estate that measures the relationship between a property's net operating income and its market value.

    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 approach

    Comparable estimate is based on recent sales of similar nearby properties, adjusted for factors like size, condition, and location.

    Relative

    Relative property class coefficient uses factors that account for typical price differences between various asset types (e.g., retail vs. industrial) to provide a more accurate market-aligned estimate.

    Geo

    Comparable Sales Method, enhanced by Geo coefficients — location-based adjustment factors that reflect differences in price levels across neighborhoods, cities, or regions ensuring a more accurate, market-sensitive valuation.

    Stat Estimate

    This method estimates value based on actual market adjusted recent (~5 years) sales of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • 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

    This method estimates value based on AI market estimation of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • 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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