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    553 E 12th St., Brownsville, TX 78520

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    1412 sq ft commercial space in prime downtown location.

    Type:Land
    Property size:
    1,412 SF
    Price / SF:
    $159/SF
    Added:
    Mar 23, 2026
    Days on Market:
    73
    Last Refresh:
    Mar 25 at 8:56 pm

    Property Features for 553 E 12th St.

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    1,412 SF
    Property subtype
    Land

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1998

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    Listing Contact
    Christopher Gonzalez

    Listing agent Christopher Gonzalez License #TREC # 0714282

    Listing office GRT Realty

    Listing date Mar 23, 2026

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    HighLights

    • Prime downtown Brownsville corner location.
    • 1412 sq. ft. commercial space offering a blank canvas.
    • Located one block from Market Square.
    • Surrounded by revitalized attractions.
    • High foot traffic area.
    • Built in 1998.

    Overview

    This 1412 sq. ft. commercial space is located in downtown Brownsville, offering a versatile space suitable for various business ventures. The property is positioned on a corner location and presents a blank canvas for development into a restaurant, boutique, gallery, or office. Situated a block away from Market Square, the location benefits from the ongoing revitalization of downtown Brownsville, attracting foot traffic and offering proximity to various attractions. This property is located in a vibrant area.

    Local Financial Insights For Retail

    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 $20.3k $14.40
    − Vacancy −$1.1k −$0.81
    EGI $19.2k $13.59
    − OpEx −$5.8k −$4.08
    NOI $13.4k $9.52
    1,412 SF · lease $14.40/SF/yr · vacancy 5.60% · expense 30.00%

    Alternative Uses

    Best Use
    Retail
    $191.9K
    $168.0K – $223.9K (±1% cap)
    NOI $13,436 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.97%
    Second Best
    —
    —
    no second resolved use
    Theoretical Best
    Healthcare Medical
    $243.1K
    $212.7K – $283.7K (±1% cap)
    NOI $17,019 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.56%
    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.
    Property Profile Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Retail space

    Suggested Use

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

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

    Location Insight

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    City
    Brownsville
    County
    Cameron
    State
    Texas
    Longitude
    -97.497014
    Latitude
    25.902321

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Retail space - 1412 sq ft commercial space in prime downtown location.
    Where is this retail space located?
    The property is located at 553 E 12th St. Brownsville, TX.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $225,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Prime downtown Brownsville corner location.; 1412 sq. ft. commercial space offering a blank canvas.; Located one block from Market Square.
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    Christopher Gonzalez
    Real Estate License ID: TREC # 0714282
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    Realmo CapRate Calculation

    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

    Professional Guidance Recommended: Before making any investment or financial decisions, consult with licensed appraisers, commercial real estate brokers, and financial advisors who can evaluate your specific property and circumstances.
    By using this feature, you acknowledge that Realmo is not responsible for investment decisions or actions taken based on these estimates.

    Cap approach

    Capitalization Method calculates value based on estimated net operating income (NOI) and applying a market-based capitalization rate (cap rate), we estimate what a typical investor might be willing to pay for it.

    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

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    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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