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    721 E Porter Ave Chesterton, IN 46304

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    50.65 acres in Chesterton's high-traffic commercial zone.

    Lot size:
    50.65 Acres

    Property Features for 721 E Porter Ave

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Zoning
    B2/B3
    Lot size
    50.65 Acres

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    Listing Contact
    David Lasser
    Source: Crexi

    Listing Agency: Commercial In-Sites LLC Listing Agent: David Lasser

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    Overview

    Prime Commercial Land Opportunity

    This 50.65-acre property fronts the east side of State Route 49, south of Indian Boundary Road, and is situated between the New York Central Railroad tracks to the north and Porter Avenue to the south. It presents an investment opportunity for appreciation or development. The location is suitable for hotels, restaurants, retail, medical facilities, education centers, and office buildings, with potential for light manufacturing uses. The property is located in the TIFF District and is zoned B2 Business, with 2.4 acres zoned B3. A 12" water line is located on the North side of Porter Avenue and under the railroad tracks. The property is being sold AS IS and is currently being farmed. The 2024 pay 2025 taxes are $2,227.64, assessed at the farming rate. The site offers access to SR 49, I-94, I-80/90 Indiana Toll Road, and the South Shore Railroad. Nearby establishments include Jewel/Osco, Pizza Hut, Wendy's, and Speedway, with a future Aldi Grocery Store planned for Spring 2021. The Franciscan Emergency Center is located 1/2 mile north, as is the Franciscan Health Fitness Center. Sand Creek Country Club is 1/2 mile east, while Indian Oak Shopping Center and Walgreen's are 1 mile to the northwest. The Porter Hospital at US 6 & SR 49 is 3 miles south. Urschel Laboratories has moved its corporate headquarters to Chesterton. The site is located just east of the Coffee Creek Preserve/Park.
    Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Commercial land

    Suggested Use

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

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

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    City
    Chesterton
    County
    Porter
    State
    Indiana
    Longitude
    -87.061676
    Latitude
    41.606445

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    What type of property is this?
    Commercial land - 50.65 acres in Chesterton's high-traffic commercial zone.
    Where is this commercial land located?
    The property is located at 721 E Porter Ave Chesterton, IN.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: - Prime location on State Road 49, a high-traffic commercial zone in Chesterton, between I-94 and I-80/90.; - Excellent investment opportunity for appreciation or development; suitable for hotels, restaurants, retail, medical, education, office, or light manufacturing.; - Located in a TIFF District with B2 Business zoning (with 2.4 acres zoned B3).
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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.

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    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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    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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    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
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