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    1208 8th Street, Muskegon, MI 49440

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    $1,200,000

    COMMERCIAL - Muskegon, MI

    Type:Retail
    Property size:
    6,522 SF
    Lot size:
    0.56 Acres
    Price / SF:
    $183/SF
    Added:
    Feb 27, 2026
    Days on Market:
    78
    Last Refresh:
    May 16 at 1:06 pm

    Property Features for 1208 8th Street

    General Information

    Property type
    Commercial Sale
    Property subtype
    Retail
    Bathrooms
    2
    Rooms
    Bathroom 2, Bathroom 1
    Standard status
    Active
    APN
    24-957-019-0031-00
    Size
    6,522 SF
    Lot size
    0.56 Acres

    Taxes and HOA fees

    Tax Year
    2025
    Tax Description
    Attached.
    Tax Annual Amount
    2386

    Utilities

    Utilities
    Natural Gas Available
    Heating system
    Forced Air
    Cooling system
    Central Air

    Building Details

    Year built
    1947
    Floors in Building
    1
    Number of units
    1
    Building materials
    Brick, Stone

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    Listing Contact
    Bryan D Bench
    Bryan D Bench

    Listing agent Bryan D Bench License #6501293444

    Listing office Core Realty Partners LLC 700 Terrace Point Dr, Muskegon, MI

    Listing date Feb 27, 2026

    MLS# 26007245

    Copyright © 2026 Michigan Regional Information Center, LLC. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

    HighLights

    • Prime downtown location at W. Western Avenue and 8th Street
    • Across from Muskegon Lake and Heritage Landing
    • New utilities, roof, windows, and restrooms
    • Investment opportunity with tenant intending to finish as restaurant/bar
    • Interior finished to white‑box condition
    • Brick and Stone construction

    Overview

    This commercial property presents an investment opportunity in downtown Muskegon. The building has been improved with new utilities, a new roof, new windows, and new restrooms. The interior is finished to a white-box condition. The tenant intends to complete the space for use as a restaurant and bar venue. The property is situated in a prime location at the intersection of W. Western Avenue and 8th Street, across from Muskegon Lake and Heritage Landing, a waterfront gathering place that hosts community festivals and events. The lot size is 0.56 acres, and the property size is 6,522 square feet.

    Financial Insights

    Value Estimation Calculated for Retail

    Conservative
    $936.8K
    NOI $84,309 @ 9.00% cap · cautious / downside scenario
    Moderate
    $1.20M
    NOI $84,309 @ 7.00% cap · market / base-case scenario
    Aggressive
    $1.69M
    NOI $84,309 @ 5.00% cap · optimistic / upside scenario

    NOI & Cap Rate Calculator

    NOI Build-Up
    Vacancy
    income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year — subtracted from gross rent.
    EGI (Effective Gross Income)
    gross rent minus vacancy losses — the realistic income before paying operating costs.
    OpEx (Operating Expenses)
    recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management) — excludes financing and capital improvements.
    NOI (Net Operating Income)
    income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.
         Calculated for Retail

    Component $ $/SF
    Gross rent $123.7k $18.96
    − Vacancy −$3.2k −$0.49
    EGI $120.4k $18.47
    − OpEx −$36.1k −$5.54
    NOI $84.3k $12.93
    6,522 SF · lease $18.96/SF/yr · vacancy 2.60% · expense 30.00%

    Alternative Use Scenarios

    Best Use
    Retail
    $1.20M
    $1.05M – $1.41M (±1% cap)
    NOI $84,309 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.03%
    Second Best
    Specialty Retail
    $1.04M
    $906.8K – $1.21M (±1% cap)
    NOI $72,540 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.05%
    Theoretical Best
    Hotel Hospitality
    $61.25M
    $53.59M – $71.46M (±1% cap)
    NOI $4,287,382 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 357.28%
    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.
    Property Profile Insight Report Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Retail space

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Restaurant Law Firm Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Gym & Fitness Center Auto Repair Shop

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

    Location Insight

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    City
    Muskegon
    County
    Muskegon
    State
    Michigan
    Longitude
    -86.2593526
    Latitude
    43.2312158

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Retail space - Prime location near Muskegon Lake, suitable for restaurant/bar.
    Where is this retail space located?
    The property is located at 1208 8th Street Muskegon, MI.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $1,200,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Prime downtown location at W. Western Avenue and 8th Street; Across from Muskegon Lake and Heritage Landing; New utilities, roof, windows, and restrooms
    (231) 578-2508
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    Listing Contact
    Bryan D Bench
    Bryan D Bench
    Real Estate License ID: 6501293444
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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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    Capitalization Method calculates value based on estimated net operating income (NOI) and applying a market-based capitalization rate (cap rate), we estimate what a typical investor might be willing to pay for it.

    Comparable approach

    Comparable estimate is based on recent sales of similar nearby properties, adjusted for factors like size, condition, and location.

    Relative

    Relative property class coefficient uses factors that account for typical price differences between various asset types (e.g., retail vs. industrial) to provide a more accurate market-aligned estimate.

    Geo

    Comparable Sales Method, enhanced by Geo coefficients — location-based adjustment factors that reflect differences in price levels across neighborhoods, cities, or regions ensuring a more accurate, market-sensitive valuation.

    Stat Estimate

    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
    AI Estimate

    This method estimates value based on AI market estimation 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 estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
    Alternative use

    Estimate considers the property’s potential value if used for a different purpose-based on zoning, demand, and market feasibility.

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