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    5985 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92115-6339

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    • Car washes
    • 7,636 SF
    • 0.78 lot acres
    Off-Market
    Last Sale Mar 9, 2025
    $1,003,500
    Property ID
    US09-8718216
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    Current Use by Public Records

    • Gym 🥰💪🏻 / Gym & Fitness Center
    • GENIE CAR WASH AND LUBE / Car Wash

    Property Details for 5985 University Ave

    Year built
    1967
    Lot size
    0.78 lot acres
    Zone code
    COMMERCIAL
    Property type
    Car washes
    APN
    472-470-55-00
    APU
    4724705500

    Sales History

    Date Price Buyer Seller Deed Type Mortgage
    Jun 9, 2025 $1,003,500 University Square Owner LLC Msm University Square LLC Grant Deed —
    Mar 30, 2022 $68,750,000 800 Nimes Road LLC Lakha Properties San Diego LLC Grant Deed $51.6M · Morgan Stanley Private Bank NA
    Mar 1, 2019 — Lakha Properties-san Diego LLC — Correction Deed · related $45.8M · Lcc Warehouse V LLC
    Nov 16, 2018 — Lakha Properties-san Deigo LLC — Grant Deed · related $45.8M · Loancore Cap Credit Reit LLC
    Mar 23, 2017 — Lakha Properties-san Diego LLC — Loan Modification · related $45M · Citibank
    May 12, 2009 — Hometown Buffet INC — Deed Of Trust · related $200M · Credit Suisse Cayman Islands
    Nov 23, 2005 — Lakha Properties San Diego LLC Shane University LLC Grant Deed $39.1M · Merrill Lynch Mortgage Lending INC
    Nov 9, 1998 $22,472,705 0 67% Shane University L L C Con — Grant Deed · related —
    Mar 30, 1994 — Rafidain INC University Squar Quit Claim Deed · related —
    — — Inv Solana — Deed Of Trust · related $450k · Liberty National Bank
    — — Rafidain INC — Deed Of Trust · related $310k · Liberty National Bank

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    City
    San Diego
    County
    San Diego
    State
    California
    Longitude
    -117.067
    Latitude
    32.7516
    CBSA code
    41740
    CBSA name
    SAN DIEGO-CARLSBAD-SAN MARCOS, 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
    $41,148
    $1,535,630
    $1,811,336
    $3,346,966
    -
    $0.00
    $0.00
    $0.00

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    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.
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    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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