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Lakefront Duplex with Outbuildings

887-889 Colony Drive Aurora, OH 44202

887-889 Colony Drive, Aurora, OH, 44202
$299,900
For Sale
$299,900

MULTI_FAMILY - Aurora, OH

Property Size3,100 SF
Lot Size2.19 Acres
Price / SF$96.74
Days on Market52

Property Features for 887-889 Colony Drive

General Information

Property type
Residential Multi Family
Property subtype
Duplex
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2
Rooms
Bedroom 3, Basement, Bathroom 2, Laundry Room, Bedroom 4, Bathroom 1, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2
Parking features
Driveway, Garage
Appliances
Dryer, Range, Washer
Standard status
Active
APN
03-003-00-00-001-000
Size
3,100 SF
Lot size
2.19 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year
2025
Tax Description
LOT 3 S
Tax Annual Amount
5341

Utilities

Sewer type
Public Sewer
Heating system
Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling system
Central Air
Water source
Well
Water front features
Lake, Lake Front, Waterfront
Water front
1

Building Details

Year built
1940
Floors in Building
2
Building materials
VinylSiding
Roof type
Asphalt, Fiberglass
Listing Agency Century 21 Goldfire Realty
8028 State St., Garrettsville, OH
Listed by Wendy L Borrelli · License #428594
Added: May 31 Updated: Jul 17 at 10:18 pm Checked: Jul 21 at 3:06 am
MLS# 5214068 Listing URL

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This side-by-side raised ranch duplex offers two separate living spaces, with each unit featuring two bedrooms and central air conditioning. The roof was installed approximately 3–4 years ago. The property includes a detached 20x24 garage and a 30x40 outbuilding with concrete floors and a mezzanine, providing substantial storage and workspace. The existing home is in need of substantial rehabilitation or tear down and is being sold as-is.

The property is located at 887–889 Colony Drive in Aurora, Ohio, on 2.18 acres with lakefront water views. It is described as approximately 1.17 acres of land and 1 acre of water, and it falls within the Aurora school district.

As presented, the duplex can be restored or redevelopment options can be explored with local zoning. The listing notes that the sale is best suited for a cash offer and indicates no financing due to the condition of the home.

Key Highlights

  • 2.18‑acre lakefront property in Aurora with lake and waterfront views
  • Side‑by‑side raised ranch duplex with separate living spaces; each unit has 2 bedrooms
  • Central air and natural gas baseboard heat; appliances include washer, dryer, and range

Local Financial Insights For Multifamily LT 5

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 $40.9k $13.20
− Vacancy −$2.4k −$0.76
EGI $38.6k $12.44
− OpEx −$11.6k −$3.73
NOI $27.0k $8.71
3,100 SF · lease $13.20/SF/yr · vacancy 5.79% · expense 30.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$385.5K
$337.3K – $449.8K (±1% cap)
NOI $26,986 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 9.00%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$356.8K
$312.2K – $416.3K (±1% cap)
NOI $24,976 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 8.33%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$624.4K
$546.4K – $728.5K (±1% cap)
NOI $43,709 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 14.57%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Property Analytics

Property Profile Location Intelligence

Current Use by Public Records

Duplexes

Suggested Use

Real Estate Agency Law Firm Pharmacy Kitchen & Bath Showroom Garden Center Plumbing Service Cosmetic Store Department Store

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

FAQs

What type of property is this?
Duplex - Side-by-side raised ranch duplex with lakefront acreage, each unit with two bedrooms, plus a newer roof and large outbuildings.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 887-889 Colony Drive Aurora, OH.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $299,900.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 2.18‑acre lakefront property in Aurora with lake and waterfront views; Side‑by‑side raised ranch duplex with separate living spaces; each unit has 2 bedrooms; Central air and natural gas baseboard heat; appliances include washer, dryer, and range
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