501 W California Ave - Apartments FOR SALE


Urbana, IL 61801
$500,000 USD
217-403-3425
501 W California Ave, Urbana, IL for Sale
$500,000 USD
Apartments - FOR SALE
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501 W California Ave
Urbana, IL 61801


HIGHLIGHTS

  • Active building permit remains in place through December 23, 2026.
  • Architectural plans and redevelopment approvals are included in the sale.
  • New roof, framing, plumbing rough-ins, and electrical work have been completed.
  • Construction materials, appliances, fixtures, and laundry equipment transfer with ownership.
  • Located near the University of Illinois and Downtown Urbana.
  • Three-unit apartment redevelopment plan includes separate utilities and onsite parking.

OVERVIEW

oldwell Banker Commercial Devonshire Realty (CBCDR) is pleased to exclusively offer for sale 501 W. California Avenue, a value-add multifamily redevelopment opportunity ideally located just minutes from the University of Illinois and Downtown Urbana. The sale includes the active building permit (through 12/23/26), architectural plans, major infrastructure improvements already completed, and a significant portion of the construction materials and fixtures already onsite. The property presents an exceptional opportunity for an investor or contractor to complete a three-unit apartment building while substantially reducing both the development timeline and upfront capital costs. With permits secured, major infrastructure completed, and key materials already onsite, the project is positioned for a buyer to immediately resume construction and move efficiently toward completion. The building has been extensively prepared for redevelopment, including new roof, interior demolition, new framing for the three-unit layout, updated rough-in plumbing, new electrical, and all apartments are designed to accommodate in-unit washers and dryers with separated utilities. An additional 1,300 square foot basement with direct exterior access provides the owner or tenants with supplementary storage. A substantial inventory of construction materials has been purchased and will transfer with the sale, including sheetrock, kitchen appliances & fixtures, and washers and dryers, allowing the next owner to immediately continue construction without delays. Remaining work includes, but not limited to, window replacement, insulation, drywall, flooring, appliance installation, kitchen & bath cabinetry, HVAC, plumbing and electrical finishing, interior finishes and final inspection. Area Description Located in one of Urbana’s most desirable rental corridors, the property benefits from onsite parking, walkability, close proximity to the University of Illinois campus, downtown Urbana, and convenient access to public transportation, making the property appealing to a broad tenant base. For investors seeking to create value through redevelopment rather than ground-up construction, opportunities of this caliber are exceptionally uncommon in the Champaign-Urbana market. With much of the entitlement, infrastructure, and early-stage construction already complete, 501 W. California Avenue offers a compelling opportunity to accelerate project delivery, reduce development risk, and capitalize on one of Central Illinois’ strongest multifamily markets.

FOR SALE DETAILS

PRICE

$500,000 USD

PRICE/SF

$161 USD /SF

# OF UNITS

3

PRICE/UNIT

$166,667

CAP RATE

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% LEASED

-

SALE TYPE

Investment

BUILDING DETAILS

PROPERTY NAME

CONTRACTOR SPECIAL APARTMENT REDEVELOPMENT

PROPERTY TYPE

Multi-Family

PROPERTY SUBTYPE

Apartments

TOTAL BUILDING SIZE

-

STORIES

2

YEAR BUILT

1987

PARKING SPACES

-

LAND DETAILS

LAND ACRES

0.16 AC

LAND SF

6,970 SF

ZONING

R-2

APN/PARCEL ID

92-21-17-177-006

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