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    102 Steele St Sanford, NC 27330

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    Historic building, 7,612 sq ft available

    Lot size:
    19,500 SF

    Property Features for 102 Steele St

    General Information

    Property type
    Retail properties
    Lease Type
    Gross Lease
    RSF (Rentable sq. ft)
    19,500 SF
    Class
    B
    Total Rate
    16250

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1926

    Spaces For Lease

    at 102 Steele St, Sanford, NC 27330 Contact us
    Unit Available Space 1

    $10 /Mo

    Size
    7,612 SF
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    Listing Contact
    Scott Hadley
    Scott Hadley

    Listing Agent: Scott Hadley

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    Property Insight Report

    Overview

    This exceptional retail opportunity is located at 102 S. Steele St in Sanford, North Carolina, within Lee County. Known as the Lee Furniture Building, this Class B property boasts a rich history, having been constructed in 1926. The building stands as one of the tallest and most unique structures in downtown Sanford, offering a truly distinctive setting for your business. The property totals 19,500 square feet, with a significant 7,612 square feet currently vacant and available for lease. Spaces can be divided to a minimum of 3,806 square feet, with a maximum contiguous space of 7,612 square feet. The building features beautifully preserved hardwood floors and punched tin ceilings, providing a rare and elegant ambiance. Recent renovations have successfully modernized the building while carefully maintaining its historical charm and character. This prime location in the heart of Sanford offers excellent visibility and accessibility, making it an ideal space for a variety of retail businesses. The zip code is 27330.
    Property Profile Insight Report Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Woolstone Corporation Radio Station ERA Strother Real ... Real Estate Agency Life 103.1 WLHC-FM Marketing & Advertising Empower Commercial Group ... Property Management Company Shops of Steele Street Clothing & Fashion Store

    Suggested Use

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

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

    Location Insight

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    City
    Sanford
    County
    Lee
    State
    North Carolina
    Longitude
    -79.179305
    Latitude
    35.480453

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Retail property - Historic building, 7,612 sq ft available
    Where is this retail property located?
    The property is located at 102 Steele St Sanford, NC.
    What is the lease rate?
    The lease rate is $10 SF/Yr.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Available space: 3,806 - 7,612 square feet.; Elevator access.; Exposed brick, hardwood floors, and abundant natural light.
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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.

    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

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    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
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