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Modern Duplex with Rear Addition
For Sale
$349,000

903 Franklin St, Louisville, KY 40206

MULTI_FAMILY - Ranch - Louisville, KY

Property Size1,742 SF
Lot Size0.10 Acres
Price / SF$200.34
Days on Market49

Property Features for 903 Franklin St

General Information

Property type Residential Multi Family
Property subtype Duplex
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Full bathrooms 2
Rooms Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 1
Patio and Porch features Deck
Subdivision BUTCHERTOWN
Lot features Sidewalk
Directions I-64 W/Louisville and merge onto I-64 W, Follow I-64 W to Mellwood Ave in Louisville. Take exit 7 from I-64 W, Turn left onto Frankfort Ave, urn left onto Story Ave,Turn right onto E Main St,Turn right onto N Wenzel St,Turn left onto Franklin St. Home on right.
Standard status Active
APN 04019E00420000
Size 1,742 SF
Lot size 0.10 Acres

Utilities

Sewer type Public Sewer
Heating system Forced Air, Natural Gas, Electric (Heating)
Cooling system Central Air
Water source Public

Amenities

exposed brick
decorative fireplace
quartz countertops
updated appliances
soaring wood ceilings
private outdoor space

Building Details

Year built 1900
Number of units 2
Building materials Vinyl Siding, Aluminum Siding, Brick
Roof type Shingle
Architectural style Ranch
Listing Agency: EXP Realty LLC
Listed By: Cassandra Chapman
Added: Jun 19 Changed: Aug 3 Last Checked: Aug 6 at 6:06PM
MLS# 1720975

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This modern ranch-style duplex features two separate 1-bedroom residences, each with one bath and a flex room/office that can function as a potential guest room. The units include exposed brick and decorative fireplaces, along with deck access through a striking rear addition with soaring wood ceilings and abundant natural light. Renovated in 2023, the homes include quartz countertops, updated appliances, flooring, fixtures, and stylish finishes throughout.

The property sits on a 0.1-acre lot at 903 Franklin St in Louisville, KY 40206. It is served by public water and public sewer, with forced-air heating using natural gas and electric heat, and central air conditioning. Off-street parking is available. A new shingle roof was installed in 2025.

Inside, the layout includes multiple bedrooms and bathrooms across both units, with dedicated living space totaling approximately 890 SF per unit.

Key Highlights

  • Two‑unit duplex with one bedroom, one bath, and a flex room/office in each unit
  • Renovated in 2023 with quartz countertops, updated appliances, flooring, and fixtures
  • Striking rear addition with soaring wood ceilings, abundant natural light, and deck access

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI = area × lease_rate × (100 − vacancy) / 100 × (1 − expense_ratio). Net Operating Income — what the owner takes home each year before mortgage payments and income tax. Effective rent (asking rent minus vacancy losses) minus operating costs (taxes, insurance, maintenance, management).
NOI / Yr
$14,658
Cap rate = NOI / list price × 100. Capitalization rate — annual return on a fully cash purchase, before financing. NOI divided by price. Higher means more income per dollar invested, but usually also more risk or older condition. 5–8% is typical for stabilized commercial property; double digits often signal distressed deals.
Cap Rate
4.20%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates Cap rates vary significantly by property type, market, and asset quality. Typical U.S. stable-market ranges: Multifamily — 4.5% to 6.5% (Class A in primary markets often sub-5%; Class C in secondary markets 6%+) Industrial / Logistics — 5.0% to 7.0% (compressed heavily in recent years due to e-commerce demand) Office — 6.5% to 9%+ (wide spread post-2020; CBD Class A vs. suburban Class B varies dramatically) Retail — 5.5% to 8.5% (grocery-anchored on the low end, unanchored strip centers higher) Hospitality / Hotels — 7.5% to 10%+ (higher due to operational risk) Self-Storage — 5.5% to 7.5% Medical Office — 6.0% to 7.5% Net Lease (single tenant, credit) — 5.0% to 7.0% depending on tenant credit and lease term Rules of thumb: Primary markets (NYC, SF, LA, Boston, DC) trade at lower cap rates than secondary/tertiary markets, often by 100–200 bps (bps, aka basis points; 1 bp = 0.01%). Class A assets trade ~50–150 bps tighter than Class B, and Class B tighter than Class C. Cap rates move inversely with price — a lower cap rate means a higher price for the same NOI. Spread to the 10-year Treasury is a common benchmark; historically 200–400 bps over the 10-year.
Cap Rate 5%
$293,160 $293.2K
Cap Rate 7%
$209,400 $209.4K
Cap Rate 9%
$162,867 $162.9K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 1,742 SF 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.
Gross rent
$22.2K $12.72/SF
− Vacancy
−$1.2K −$0.70/SF
EGI
$20.9K $12.02/SF
− OpEx
−$6.3K −$3.61/SF
NOI
$14.7K $8.41/SF
Area
Louisville, KY
Vacancy
5.50%
Lease Rate
$12.72 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates Cap rates vary significantly by property type, market, and asset quality. Typical U.S. stable-market ranges: Multifamily — 4.5% to 6.5% (Class A in primary markets often sub-5%; Class C in secondary markets 6%+) Industrial / Logistics — 5.0% to 7.0% (compressed heavily in recent years due to e-commerce demand) Office — 6.5% to 9%+ (wide spread post-2020; CBD Class A vs. suburban Class B varies dramatically) Retail — 5.5% to 8.5% (grocery-anchored on the low end, unanchored strip centers higher) Hospitality / Hotels — 7.5% to 10%+ (higher due to operational risk) Self-Storage — 5.5% to 7.5% Medical Office — 6.0% to 7.5% Net Lease (single tenant, credit) — 5.0% to 7.0% depending on tenant credit and lease term Rules of thumb: Primary markets (NYC, SF, LA, Boston, DC) trade at lower cap rates than secondary/tertiary markets, often by 100–200 bps (bps, aka basis points; 1 bp = 0.01%). Class A assets trade ~50–150 bps tighter than Class B, and Class B tighter than Class C. Cap rates move inversely with price — a lower cap rate means a higher price for the same NOI. Spread to the 10-year Treasury is a common benchmark; historically 200–400 bps over the 10-year.
Cap Rate 5%
$293,160
Cap Rate 7%
$209,400
Cap Rate 9%
$162,867

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$209.4K
$183.2K – $244.3K (±1% cap)
NOI $14,658 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.20%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$169.4K
$148.2K – $197.6K (±1% cap)
NOI $11,855 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.40%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$451.5K
$395.1K – $526.8K (±1% cap)
NOI $31,607 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 9.06%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Duplexes

Suggested Use

Top Pick (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Home Appliance Store Butcher Tanning Salon Daycare Center Clothing & Fashion Store

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

Multi-tenant
Tenancy

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

2,235
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 40206, KY

20,196
Population
11,637
Households
1.7
Avg Household Size
38
Median Age
55%
College-Educated
95%
High-School Grad
5.8 sq mi
ZIP Area
3,482
Density / Sq Mi
$72,543
Median Household Income
$48,506
Median Earnings
$1,142
Median Rent
$276,100
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in South region

8.5% 2022
10.2% 2023
11.4% 2024
11.3% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Duplex - Each unit offers one bedroom, one bath, and a flex office space, updated with central air and private outdoor access.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 903 Franklin St Louisville, KY.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $349,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Two‑unit duplex with one bedroom, one bath, and a flex room/office in each unit; Renovated in 2023 with quartz countertops, updated appliances, flooring, and fixtures; Striking rear addition with soaring wood ceilings, abundant natural light, and deck access
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