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.