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    46 Helena Ave Santa Barbara, CA 93101-2318
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    46 Helena Ave Santa Barbara, CA 93101-2318

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    • Warehouses
    • 0.04 lot acres
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    $4 SF/Yr
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    Creative Space For Rent For Lease
    $4 SF/Yr
    1,750 SF

    Creative Space For Rent

    1,750 SF creative space available for rent.

    46 Helena Ave, Santa Barbara, CA
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    Property ID
    US09-1687301
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    Property Details for 46 Helena Ave

    Lot size
    0.04 lot acres
    Property type
    Warehouses
    APN
    033-112-009
    APU
    33112009

    Description

    This exceptional 1,750-square-foot creative studio, located in Santa Barbara's vibrant Funk Zone, presents a unique investment opportunity. Situated at 46 Helena Ave (APN 033-112-009), this two-story property offers a versatile layout ideal for various creative businesses. The ground floor features a spacious area with a large access door, perfect for loading and unloading, and a dedicated office space. Upstairs, a private restroom adds convenience and privacy. The property's location is highly desirable, just half a block from the beach and adjacent to the Hotel Californian, ensuring high visibility and foot traffic. Public parking is also conveniently located nearby. This single-tenant retail/industrial space (classified as a studio) offers significant potential, with the possibility of expanding into adjacent space (square footage not included in the listed 1,750 sq ft). The property is in Santa Barbara County, California, zip code 93101, and is easily accessible via E Mason St. This is a rare opportunity to secure a prime location in a thriving area known for its artistic community and proximity to the beach. The property is currently available for lease.

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    City
    Santa Barbara
    County
    Santa Barbara
    State
    California
    Longitude
    -119.689
    Latitude
    34.4135
    CBSA code
    42200
    CBSA name
    SANTA MARIA-SANTA BARBARA, 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
    $5,690
    $401,633
    $128,324
    $529,957
    -
    $0.00
    $0.00
    $0.00

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    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

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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.

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    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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