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601 S 5th St 8 Unit Apartment Building $1,695,000 ($211,875/Unit) 7.35% Cap Rate San Jose, CA 95112

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INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS

  • Three blocks away from San Jose State University
  • Amenities include on-site laundry room, and assigned uncovered parking.
  • Upside potential: ADU, storage, market rate rents.
  • Unit Mix: (1) 1 Bed 2 Bath, (1) 1 Bed 1 Bath, (6) Studio Units.
  • Easy to rent due to location and character.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

601 S 5th Street is now available — a rare multifamily asset offering steady income and growth potential in San Jose’s thriving urban core. Brought to market by The R&Z Group of Compass Commercial, this impressive two-story income property sits just two blocks from San Jose State University, placing tenants in an unbeatable location surrounded by education, culture, dining, transit, and tech employment hubs. 601 S 5th Street pairs tenant lifestyle appeal with increasing long-term income potential.
Inside, discover eight efficiently designed units: (1) 1 Bed / 2 Bath, (1) 1 Bed / 1 Bath, and (6) Studios — each with dedicated parking and access to a shared coin-op laundry room. With approximately 3,560 sq. ft. of rentable space on a 0.19-acre lot, the property’s four-units-per-floor layout maximizes occupancy, privacy, and operational efficiency. Investors will also appreciate the potential for additional income through ADU, storage units, or unit modernization to elevate returns.
The fundamentals align: an excellent location, consistent tenant demand, and measurable upside. Current metrics indicate strong rental performance with a projected Cap Rate of approximately 8.13 and GRM 8.78 — creating a compelling balance of stability and opportunity.
Walking distance from Downtown San Jose with easy connectivity to major highways (280, 87, 101) and global employers like Cisco, PayPal, Adobe, and Apple, this property ensures enduring demand and long-term appreciation.
601 S 5th Street delivers what serious investors seek — reliable cash flow, low vacancy, and growth potential in a prime Silicon Valley corridor. Contact The R&Z Group of Compass Commercial today to schedule a private tour — and secure your next high-performing asset.

FINANCIAL SUMMARY (ACTUAL - 2024)

ANNUAL ANNUAL PER SF
Gross Rental Income $179,400 $20.06
Other Income $1,200 $0.13
Vacancy Loss $5,382 $0.60
Effective Gross Income $175,218 $19.59
Taxes $20,408 $2.28
Operating Expenses $30,163 $3.37
Total Expenses $50,571 $5.65
Net Operating Income $124,647 $13.94

FINANCIAL SUMMARY (ACTUAL - 2024)

Gross Rental Income
Annual $179,400
Annual Per SF $20.06
Other Income
Annual $1,200
Annual Per SF $0.13
Vacancy Loss
Annual $5,382
Annual Per SF $0.60
Effective Gross Income
Annual $175,218
Annual Per SF $19.59
Taxes
Annual $20,408
Annual Per SF $2.28
Operating Expenses
Annual $30,163
Annual Per SF $3.37
Total Expenses
Annual $50,571
Annual Per SF $5.65
Net Operating Income
Annual $124,647
Annual Per SF $13.94

PROPERTY FACTS Under Contract

Price $1,695,000
Price Per Unit $211,875
Sale Type Investment
Cap Rate 7.35%
Gross Rent Multiplier 9.45
No. Units 8
Property Type Multifamily
Property Subtype Apartment
Apartment Style Low-Rise
Building Class C
Lot Size 0.19 AC
Building Size 8,943 SF
Average Occupancy 100%
No. Stories 2
Year Built 1910
Parking Ratio 0.89/1,000 SF
Opportunity Zone Yes
Zoning R4, San Jose

AMENITIES

UNIT AMENITIES

  • Air Conditioning
  • Tub/Shower
  • Freezer

SITE AMENITIES

  • 24 Hour Access
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Storage Space
  • Public Transportation
  • Individual Locking Bedrooms
  • Smoke Detector

UNIT MIX INFORMATION

DESCRIPTION NO. UNITS AVG. RENT/MO SF
1+2 1 $2,380 -
1+1 1 $2,080 -
Studios 6 $1,750 -
Walk Score®
Walker's Paradise (90)
Bike Score®
Biker's Paradise (91)
What is a Walk Score®, Transit Score® & Bike Score®?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
Bike Score® measures bikeability of a location.
What is a Walk Score®
, Transit Score® & Bike Score?
Walk Score® measures the walkability
of any address. Transit Score®
measures access to public transit. Bike Score®
measures bikeability of a location.®

PROPERTY TAXES

PROPERTY TAXES

Parcel Number
472-27-039
Land Assessment
$260,263 (2025)
Improvements Assessment
$498,179 (2025)
Total Assessment
$758,442 (2025)
Annual Taxes
$20,408 ($2.28/SF)
Tax Year
2024
  • Listing ID: 38191807

  • Date on Market: 10/23/2025

  • Last Updated:

  • Address: 601 S 5th St, San Jose, CA 95112

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