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Garden Square Apartments 202-228 W Dakota Ave 83 Unit Apartment Building $11,620,000 ($140,000/Unit) 6.12% Cap Rate Fresno, CA 93705



Investment Highlights
- Value-add opportunity, with in-place rents averaging $1.31 per square foot, while other properties in the submarket achieve average rents of $1.52
- Garden Square features an attractive garden-style design with 83 spacious units across 12 buildings on 5.04 acres
- Strategically located at 202 W. Dakota Avenue in the Old Fig Garden submarket
Executive Summary
Value-Add Opportunity
Garden Square Apartments offers a notable value-add prospect, with current rents averaging $1.35 per square foot, compared to $1.52 per square foot at similar properties in the area. This discrepancy indicates significant potential for growth through targeted interior and exterior upgrades, enabling new owners to increase rents and generate immediate income growth.
Prime Fresno Location with Strong Fundamentals
Located at 202 W. Dakota Avenue in the Old Fig Garden neighborhood, Garden Square benefits from Fresno’s diverse economy, proximity to key employment hubs, and the upcoming High-Speed Rail project. This infrastructure development is expected to improve regional connectivity and support long-term economic growth.
Excellent Access to Retail, Dining, and Amenities
Residents enjoy excellent walkability and easy access to a variety of retail, dining, and entertainment venues, including River Park Shopping Center, Fashion Fair, and Fig Garden Village. The property’s strategic location ensures convenient access to daily necessities and lifestyle amenities, which enhances resident satisfaction and increases demand.
Desirable Garden-Style Community
Garden Square features a garden-style layout with 83 spacious units spread across 12 buildings on 5.04 acres. The community offers a mix of one-, two-, and three-bedroom units, with amenities such as on-site laundry, covered parking, patios or balconies, and a dedicated manager’s office, all within a well-maintained, park-like setting.
Proven Unit Mix with Strong Demand
The property’s unit configuration—from one-bedroom to three-bedroom layouts—appeals to a broad tenant base, including families and professionals. This aligns with the high demand for quality, affordable housing in Fresno’s expanding rental market
Garden Square Apartments offers a notable value-add prospect, with current rents averaging $1.35 per square foot, compared to $1.52 per square foot at similar properties in the area. This discrepancy indicates significant potential for growth through targeted interior and exterior upgrades, enabling new owners to increase rents and generate immediate income growth.
Prime Fresno Location with Strong Fundamentals
Located at 202 W. Dakota Avenue in the Old Fig Garden neighborhood, Garden Square benefits from Fresno’s diverse economy, proximity to key employment hubs, and the upcoming High-Speed Rail project. This infrastructure development is expected to improve regional connectivity and support long-term economic growth.
Excellent Access to Retail, Dining, and Amenities
Residents enjoy excellent walkability and easy access to a variety of retail, dining, and entertainment venues, including River Park Shopping Center, Fashion Fair, and Fig Garden Village. The property’s strategic location ensures convenient access to daily necessities and lifestyle amenities, which enhances resident satisfaction and increases demand.
Desirable Garden-Style Community
Garden Square features a garden-style layout with 83 spacious units spread across 12 buildings on 5.04 acres. The community offers a mix of one-, two-, and three-bedroom units, with amenities such as on-site laundry, covered parking, patios or balconies, and a dedicated manager’s office, all within a well-maintained, park-like setting.
Proven Unit Mix with Strong Demand
The property’s unit configuration—from one-bedroom to three-bedroom layouts—appeals to a broad tenant base, including families and professionals. This aligns with the high demand for quality, affordable housing in Fresno’s expanding rental market
Financial Summary (Pro Forma - 2025) Click Here to Access |
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$99,999
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Financial Summary (Pro Forma - 2025) Click Here to Access
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| Annual | $99,999 |
| Annual Per SF | $9.99 |
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| Annual | $99,999 |
| Annual Per SF | $9.99 |
Property Facts
| Price | $11,620,000 | Building Class | C |
| Price Per Unit | $140,000 | Lot Size | 5.04 AC |
| Sale Type | Investment | Building Size | 71,396 SF |
| Cap Rate | 6.12% | Average Occupancy | 96% |
| No. Units | 83 | No. Stories | 1 |
| Property Type | Multifamily | Year Built | 1963 |
| Property Subtype | Apartment | Parking Ratio | 5/1,000 SF |
| Apartment Style | Garden | ||
| Zoning | R-2 | ||
| Price | $11,620,000 |
| Price Per Unit | $140,000 |
| Sale Type | Investment |
| Cap Rate | 6.12% |
| No. Units | 83 |
| Property Type | Multifamily |
| Property Subtype | Apartment |
| Apartment Style | Garden |
| Building Class | C |
| Lot Size | 5.04 AC |
| Building Size | 71,396 SF |
| Average Occupancy | 96% |
| No. Stories | 1 |
| Year Built | 1963 |
| Parking Ratio | 5/1,000 SF |
| Zoning | R-2 |
Amenities
Unit Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Cable Ready
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Washer/Dryer Hookup
- Heating
- Ceiling Fans
- Tile Floors
- Kitchen
- High Speed Internet Access
- Ice Maker
- Refrigerator
- Oven
- Range
- Tub/Shower
- Walk-In Closets
- Carpet
- Handrails
- Trash Compactor
- Vinyl Flooring
- Warming Drawer
- Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
- Window Coverings
- Large Bedrooms
Site Amenities
- 24 Hour Access
- Controlled Access
- Laundry Facilities
- Property Manager on Site
- Tenant Controlled HVAC
- Recycling
- Renters Insurance Program
- Bicycle Storage
- Hearing Impaired Accessible
- Maintenance on site
- Online Services
- Vision Impaired Accessible
- Individual Locking Bedrooms
- Private Bathroom
Unit Mix Information
| Description | No. Units | Avg. Rent/Mo | SF |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1+1 | 10 | - | 660 |
| 2+1 | 24 | - | 880 |
| 2+2 | 24 | - | 980 |
| 3+2 | 25 | - | 1,000 |
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Fairly walkable
50/100
Exceptionally drivable
90/100
Limited public transit
20/100
Fairly bikeable
40/100
Property Taxes
| Parcel Numbers | Improvements Assessment | $5,505,609 | |
| Land Assessment | $870,436 | Total Assessment | $6,376,045 |
Property Taxes
Parcel Numbers
Land Assessment
$870,436
Improvements Assessment
$5,505,609
Total Assessment
$6,376,045
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