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    1298 James Rd Columbus, OH 43227

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    Two-unit apartment building, great potential

    Property Features for 1298 James Rd

    General Information

    Property type
    Multifamily properties

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1956
    Units
    2

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    Thomas J Fortin
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    Overview

    This Columbus, Ohio duplex, located at 1298 S James Road, presents a compelling investment opportunity. Built in 1956, this property sits on a 7,405.2 square foot lot and features two units: one with three bedrooms and one bath, and the other with two bedrooms and one bath. Recent upgrades include fresh paint, new vinyl tile flooring, an updated electric panel, a newer hot water tank, and a gas furnace. Each unit includes washer/dryer hookups. The exterior requires minimal maintenance. Currently, the units are rented at below-market rates, offering significant potential for rental income growth. One unit has a lease expiring March 31, 2025 ($755/month), while the other is month-to-month ($795/month). Tenants are responsible for gas and electric; the owner covers water. The property is being sold in "as-is" condition with contingent curb-side offerings only. The asking price is $253,000, translating to $107.39 per square foot. This property is ideal for investors seeking a value-add opportunity in a stable Columbus market.
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    Small apartment buildings

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    City
    Columbus
    County
    Franklin
    State
    Ohio
    Longitude
    -82.9150901
    Latitude
    39.9443588

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Multifamily property - Two-unit apartment building, great potential
    Where is this multifamily property located?
    The property is located at 1298 James Rd Columbus, OH.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $253,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: $253,000 asking price for this Columbus, OH multifamily property.; Two-unit apartment building, a duplex, situated on a 7,405.2 sq ft lot.; Built in 1956, featuring recently updated vinyl tile and an upgraded electrical panel.
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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

    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

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    • 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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