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Five-Unit Historic Apartment Building
For Sale
$700,000

552 Madison Avenue, Albany, NY 12208

Two-story property with varied one- and two-bedroom layouts and historic architectural details.

Property Size4,608 SF
Price / SF$151.91
Days on Market86

Property Features for 552 Madison Avenue

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 4,608 SF
Property subtype Multi-Family
Occupancy 20%

Property Condition

Severity Repairs Needed
Evidence primed for cosmetic renovations

Units

Unit Mix 3 x 1BD/1BA, 2 x 2BD/1BA
Multifamily Units 5

Additional Details

Road Access Yes

Taxes and HOA fees

Annual Taxes $8,780

Building Details

Year Built 1875
Buildings 1
Stories 2
Tenancy Single
Listing Agency: New Scotland Realty
Listed By: Samantha M Curry · License #10491209794
Source: Capmarkrealty
Added: Jul 24 Changed: Oct 9 Last Checked: Oct 16 at 6:13AM

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Investment Insights

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This 4,608-square-foot apartment building dates to 1875 and includes five residential units across two stories. The unit mix consists of three one-bedroom, one-bath apartments and two two-bedroom, one-bath apartments. One unit is currently occupied, while four are positioned for cosmetic renovation. Interior and exterior character includes hardwood flooring, original moldings, custom doors, and a brick facade.

The property occupies the corner of New Scotland and Madison Avenue, directly across from Washington Park and Albany Medical Center. The offering may also be combined with 558 Madison Avenue, creating a potential package acquisition for the two properties.

Key Highlights

  • Five‑unit apartment building with three 1BD/1BA and two 2BD/1BA units
  • 4,608 square feet across two stories
  • Built in 1875 with brick facade, hardwood floors, original moldings, and custom doors

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$47,070
Cap Rate
6.72%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$941,400 $941.4K
Cap Rate 7%
$672,429 $672.4K
Cap Rate 9%
$523,000 $523.0K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 4,608 SF
Gross rent
$91.2K $19.80/SF
− Vacancy
−$5.7K −$1.23/SF
EGI
$85.6K $18.57/SF
− OpEx
−$38.5K −$8.36/SF
NOI
$47.1K $10.21/SF
Area
Albany, NY
Vacancy
6.20%
Lease Rate
$19.80 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
45.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$941,400
Cap Rate 7%
$672,429
Cap Rate 9%
$523,000

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Apartment 5plus
$672.4K
$588.4K – $784.5K (±1% cap)
NOI $47,070 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.72%
Second Best
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no second resolved use
Theoretical Best
Office A
$1.22M
$1.06M – $1.42M (±1% cap)
NOI $85,101 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 12.16%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities. How Realmo checks its estimates

Property Analytics

Current Use

Apartment buildings

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Dental Office Auto Repair Shop Auto Parts Store Big Box & Wholesale Store Pharmacy

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

5
Residential units
20%
Occupancy
Single-tenant
Tenancy
Yes
Paved road access

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

51
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

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?
Apartment building - Two-story property with varied one- and two-bedroom layouts and historic architectural details.
Where is this apartment building located?
The property is located at 552 Madison Avenue Albany, NY.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $700,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Five‑unit apartment building with three 1BD/1BA and two 2BD/1BA units; 4,608 square feet across two stories; Built in 1875 with brick facade, hardwood floors, original moldings, and custom doors
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