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    159 Petaluma N Blvd, Petaluma, CA 94952-2904

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    • Retail space
    • 3,800 SF
    • 0.09 lot acres
    Off-Market
    Property ID
    US09-2019528
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    • Retail space

    Property Details for 159 Petaluma N Blvd

    Year built
    1960
    Construction
    TILT-UP CONCRETE
    Lot size
    0.09 lot acres
    Property type
    Retail space
    APN
    006-281-030-000
    APU
    6281030000

    Sales History

    Date Price Buyer Seller Deed Type Mortgage
    Feb 28, 2025 $990,000 159 Petaluma Blvd N LLC Lena Shahabedin Grant Deed —
    Jun 23, 2000 $500,000 Shahabedin Trust Gateway Financial Corp Grant Deed —
    Jan 4, 2000 $339,000 Gateway Financial Services Cort Trust Grant Deed · related $254k · Seller
    Jun 6, 1997 $325,000 Cort Trust Aaron's Furniture & Mattress C Grant Deed —
    — — Aarons Furniture & Mattress Co — Deed Of Trust · related $75k · Wilson Trust

    Description

    This exceptional 3,800 square foot retail property at 159 Petaluma Boulevard North in Petaluma, California, presents a rare opportunity for owner-users or tenants seeking a prominent location in a vibrant downtown setting. Built in 1960, this two-story, single-tenant building sits on a 0.08-acre lot (3,484 square feet) and is zoned MU2 - Mixed Use 2. The property features a spacious open retail area ideal for showcasing merchandise, a convenient rear storage section, and a smaller second-floor office or storage space. Two private restrooms are included, one on the second floor and one in the rear storage area. The building offers excellent visibility with prominent storefront windows and a remarkable signage opportunity along Petaluma Boulevard North, a main thoroughfare. Parking is available via street parking or public garages. The property's APN is 006-281-030, and the entire 3,800 square feet is currently vacant. This location is part of Petaluma's historic downtown, known for its award-winning restaurants, unique boutiques, and thriving entertainment scene. This is a chance to establish a business within a rich and established community. The property's unique layout and prime location make it an ideal space for a variety of retail businesses.

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    City
    Petaluma
    County
    Sonoma
    State
    California
    Longitude
    -122.641
    Latitude
    38.2353
    CBSA code
    42220
    CBSA name
    SANTA ROSA-PETALUMA, CA METROPOLITAN STATISTICAL AREA

    Property Tax & Assessments

    Tax date
    Tax Amount
    Assessed Land Value
    Assessed Improvement Value
    Total Assessed Value
    Applied Tax Rate
    Land Market Value
    Improvement Market Value
    Total Market Value
    2024
    $8,226
    $173,280
    $572,610
    $745,890
    -
    $0.00
    $0.00
    $0.00

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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 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

    Comparable Sales Method, enhanced by Geo coefficients — location-based adjustment factors that reflect differences in price levels across neighborhoods, cities, or regions ensuring a more accurate, market-sensitive valuation.

    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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