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Historic Retail Souvenir Shop
For Sale
$595,000

1019 W U.S 2, Saint Ignace, MI 49781

COMMERCIAL - St. Ignace, MI

Property Size6,024 SF
Lot Size2.78 Acres
Price / SF$98.77
Days on Market19

Property Features for 1019 W U.S 2

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Zoning Commercial
Subdivision 68 - St. Ignace Area
Standard status Active
Size 6,024 SF
Lot size 2.78 Acres

Building Details

Number of units 1
Listing Agency: RE/MAX NorthStar Realty
Listed By: Kristina Thibault · License #6501304068
Added: Jul 25 Changed: Aug 4 Last Checked: Aug 12 at 3:06PM
MLS# 26-716

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This turnkey retail souvenir shop has operated for more than 70 years and is offered with a wide variety of inventory, fixtures, furniture, and equipment. The building incorporates a historic 1891 railroad station and features distinctive birch bark details and a seashell facade. A tower provides views of the Mackinac Bridge and the Straits of Mackinac, and the full walkout basement offers abundant storage.

The property is located along busy US-2 just west of St. Ignace, with ample on-site parking. It sits on 2.78 acres and includes room to expand.

The listing includes approximately 4,000 square feet of retail space and additional vintage, collectible souvenirs as part of the offering. Zoning is Commercial.

Key Highlights

  • Curio Fair landmark souvenir shop operating for more than 70 years along busy US‑2 just west of St. Ignace
  • Includes approx. 4,000 sq ft of retail space plus additional vintage/collectible souvenir inventory, fixtures, furniture & equipment
  • Sits on 2.78 acres with a large parking area and room to expand

Property Analytics

Current Use

Storefront properties

Lease Details

Turnkey business
Opportunity

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

3
Businesses Nearby
Well-served
Demand for This Use

Demographics for 49781, MI

3,901
Population
2,423
Households
1.6
Avg Household Size
50
Median Age
19%
College-Educated
92%
High-School Grad
81.5 sq mi
ZIP Area
48
Density / Sq Mi
$62,883
Median Household Income
$29,608
Median Earnings
$707
Median Rent
$150,000
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Midwest region

8% 2020
7.3% 2021
6.5% 2022
6% 2023
5.7% 2024
6.3% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Storefront property - Turnkey souvenir storefront operating for over 70 years with large parking and a full walkout basement for storage.
Where is this storefront property located?
The property is located at 1019 W U.S 2 Saint Ignace, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $595,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Curio Fair landmark souvenir shop operating for more than 70 years along busy US‑2 just west of St. Ignace; Includes approx. 4,000 sq ft of retail space plus additional vintage/collectible souvenir inventory, fixtures, furniture & equipment; Sits on 2.78 acres with a large parking area and room to expand
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