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    225 Ellis St, San Francisco, CA 94102

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    • 6,567 SF
    • 0.05 lot acres
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    $3,980,000
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    Downtown San Francisco Investment Opportunity For Sale
    $3,980,000
    6,567 SF

    Downtown San Francisco Investment Opportunity

    16-room SRO with retail in Downtown San Francisco.

    225 Ellis St, San Francisco, CA 94102
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    Property ID
    US09-6027859
    The Realmo ID is a unique identifier assigned to every property, incorporating country codes and precise geo-coordinates for 300x300-foot land blocks. It enables standardized data collection and seamless integration of disparate sources such as ownership, tax, title data and physical specifications. By aggregating current and historical records, the Realmo ID powers advanced analytics and delivers deep, verifiable insights for real estate professionals.
    Value Estimations
    Cap Rate Potential
    Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    • Ellis Residences / Student Housing Center

    Property Details for 225 Ellis St

    Year built
    1910
    Construction
    TILT-UP CONCRETE
    Lot size
    0.05 lot acres
    Zone code
    RC4
    Property type
    Hotels
    APN
    0331 -001
    APU
    331001

    Sales History

    Date Price Buyer Seller Deed Type Mortgage
    Oct 12, 2023 $2,800,000 Dotown INC 225 Ellis LLC Grant Deed —
    Apr 30, 2007 $1,356,000 225 Ellis LLC Glide Economic Dev Corp Grant Deed —
    Jul 31, 2003 — Glide Economic Dev Corp — Deed Of Trust · related $2.5M · City & Co Of San Francisco
    Aug 17, 2001 — Glide Economic Dev Corp Chuo-toch USA INC Grant Deed $4.1M · Chuo-toch USA INC
    Jun 15, 1989 $1,350,000 U. S. A Chuo-tochi S. Y. Investment Grant Deed —
    — — 225 Ellis LLC — Deed Of Trust · related $1.5M · Mount Diablo National Bank

    Value Estimations

    based on Realmo’s proprietary methodology

    • AI approach

      Method
      Estimation
      Statistic approach
      $2,765,000
      ML approach
      $2,790,000

    • Comparable approach

      Method
      Estimation
      Statistic Estimate
      $2,519,000
      Market price range: $1.32M - $4.11M

    • Alternative Use

      Use
      Estimation
      HOTEL/MOTEL
      $2,770,000
      Current use
      OFFICE BUILDING
      $3,560,000
      Change: +28% Conversion: Difficult
      RETAIL STORES
      $3,350,000
      Change: +21% Conversion: Difficult
      COMMERCIAL (GENERAL)
      $2,810,000
      Change: +1% Conversion: Difficult

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    Location Insight

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    City
    San Francisco
    County
    San Francisco
    State
    California
    Longitude
    -122.41
    Latitude
    37.7851
    CBSA code
    41860
    CBSA name
    SAN FRANCISCO-OAKLAND-FREMONT, 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
    $25,349
    $1,068,672
    $712,445
    $1,781,117
    -
    $0.00
    $0.00
    $0.00

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    Realmo Value Estimations

    Realmo estimates a property’s market value using a proprietary methodology that incorporates public data and user-submitted information. This cumulative value is generated by integrating a variety of conventional and innovative methods. 

    Disclaimer

    These figures are not official appraisals and should not be used as a substitute for a valuation performed by a licensed appraiser.
    Actual market value may differ due to factors not captured in the data. Estimates are offered for informational purposes only, and users should conduct independent research before making financial or investment decisions.
    By using this feature, you acknowledge that Realmo is not responsible for actions taken based on these estimates.

    AI approach

    Realmo AI Method estimates property value using machine learning models trained on millions of comparable listings, transactions, and market signals. It analyzes property features, location intelligence data, and current market dynamics to predict the most probable market value in real time.

    Realmo CapRate Calculation

    Realmo calculates the Capitalization Rate (Cap Rate) to help estimate a property's potential return on investment. The Cap Rate is a fundamental metric in commercial real estate that measures the relationship between a property's net operating income and its market value.

    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

    Professional Guidance Recommended: Before making any investment or financial decisions, consult with licensed appraisers, commercial real estate brokers, and financial advisors who can evaluate your specific property and circumstances.
    By using this feature, you acknowledge that Realmo is not responsible for investment decisions or actions taken based on these estimates.

    Cap approach

    Capitalization Method calculates value based on estimated net operating income (NOI) and applying a market-based capitalization rate (cap rate), we estimate what a typical investor might be willing to pay for it.

    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

    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
    Alternative use

    Estimate considers the property’s potential value if used for a different purpose-based on zoning, demand, and market feasibility.

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