You are trying to value the same building based upon “comparable properties” sold in recent years. There have been six property sales of buildings of comparable size in the surrounding area.

Property

Sale Price

Size (Sq. Ft)

Gross Rent

A

$20,000,000

400,000

$5,000,000

B

$18,000,000

425,000

$4,750,000

C

$22,000,000

450,000

$5,100,000

D

$25,000,000

400,000

$5,500,000

E

$15,000,000

350,000

$4,000,000

F

$12,000,000

300,000

$3,000,000

a. Estimate the value of the building, based upon price/square foot.

b. Estimate the value of the building, based upon price/gross rent.

c. What are some of the assumptions you make when you value a building based upon comparable buildings.