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    10978 E Eight Mile Road, Luther, MI 49656

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    $129,000

    Duplex (2 Story), 2 Story - Luther, MI

    Property size:
    2,788 SF
    Lot size:
    0.50 Acres
    Price / SF:
    $46/SF
    Added:
    Feb 2, 2026
    Days on Market:
    100
    Last Refresh:
    May 13 at 2:06 am

    Property Features for 10978 E Eight Mile Road

    General Information

    Property type
    Residential Multi Family
    Property subtype
    Other
    Zoning
    Not Zoned
    Rooms
    Basement
    Interior features
    Fixer-upper
    Basement Y/N
    1
    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    2,788 SF
    Lot size
    0.50 Acres

    Utilities

    Heating system
    Baseboard

    Building Details

    Floors in Building
    2
    Number of units
    2
    Roof type
    Metal
    Architectural style
    Other

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    Listing Contact
    Kenneth Weaver

    Listing agent Kenneth Weaver

    Listing office Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices - TC 630 E. Front Street, Suite 200, Traverse City, MI

    Listing date Feb 2, 2026

    MLS# 1941985 Listing URL

    Copyright © 2026 Northern Great Lakes Realtors MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

    HighLights

    • Approved duplex conversion plans in place for immediate redevelopment
    • Major updates completed in 2016 plus $54,000 in recent improvements
    • No local zoning restrictions, providing development flexibility
    • Versatile building suitable for commercial space, single‑family residence, or duplex conversion
    • Located in the village of Bristol, close to Luther
    • Proximity to Manistee National Forest, Little Manistee River, Pine River, and ATV trails

    Overview

    This two-story commercial building is located in the village of Bristol, near Luther, Michigan. The 2,788 square foot structure presents opportunities for various uses, including commercial space, a single-family residence, or a duplex conversion. Major updates completed in 2016 include a new roof, foundation improvements, and electrical upgrades. Recent additional improvements of $54,000 include a new well, demo work, insulation, camper pad, and fencing. Approved plans are in place for conversion to a duplex. Situated on a 0.5-acre lot, the property also features an additional storage building in the rear. The township has no local zoning restrictions, subject only to county and state requirements. The building is mostly vacant and ready for its next use. It is located within miles of the Manistee National Forest, Little Manistee River, Pine River and ATV trail heads/miles of trails.
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    Current Use by Public Records

    The Plump Pumpkin Art Studio

    Suggested Use

    Electronics & Wireless Store Arcade & Gaming Center

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Location Insight

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    City
    Luther
    County
    Lake
    State
    Michigan
    Longitude
    -85.593658
    Latitude
    44.103872

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Mixed-use property - Two-story commercial building near Manistee National Forest, ready for redevelopment.
    Where is this mixed-use property located?
    The property is located at 10978 E Eight Mile Road Luther, MI.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $129,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Approved duplex conversion plans in place for immediate redevelopment; Major updates completed in 2016 plus $54,000 in recent improvements; No local zoning restrictions, providing development flexibility
    (231) 668-6303
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    Kenneth Weaver
    Real Estate License ID: 6501310917
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    How We Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

    • Recent sale price (if available)
    • Statistical models using comparable sales
    • AI-powered valuation estimates

    Example Calculation

    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

    Disclaimer

    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

    • Cap Rate calculations depend on market data that may change over time
    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

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    This method estimates value based on actual market adjusted recent (~5 years) sales of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
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    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
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