Storage Barn with 14-Foot
For Sale
$114,900
13972 S Robinson Road, Traverse City, MI 49684
COMMERCIAL - Traverse City, MI
Property Size800 SF
Price / SF$143.63
Days on Market42
Property Features for 13972 S Robinson Road
General Information
Property type
Commercial Sale
Property subtype
Other
Zoning description
Commercial, Manufacture/Warehouse
Exterior features
Aluminum
Lot features
Industrial Park
Directions
Headed West on 72/E Traverse HYW - Complex is on the left just before S. Lautner Rd.
Subdivision
Leelanau
Standard status
Active
Size
800 SF
Taxes and HOA fees
Tax Description
Unit 6 Bob Bobs West Side Storage Condo Sec 35 T28N R12W 0.018 A M/L MD L1180 P813/1st AMEND L1237 P118
HOA Fee
$400 Annually
Legal Description
Unit 6 Bob Bobs West Side Storage Condo Sec 35 T28N R12W 0.018 A M/L MD L1180 P813/1st AMEND L1237 P118
Building Details
Building materials
Steel
Roof type
Metal
Listing Agency:
Monarch Real Estates, LLC
(231) 946-6014
Listed By:
Mary Eckler
(231) 645-8276
Added: Jul 2
Changed: Aug 4
Last Checked: Aug 12 at 2:06AM
MLS# 1947495
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
The offering is an approximately 800-square-foot private storage space identified as unit #6. The property includes a 20x40 storage barn with a 14-foot garage door designed to accommodate larger items such as trailers, boats, RVs, or similar equipment. The unit also provides a private storage area with its own entrance and off-street parking. Electricity is included, supporting basic power needs for stored items.
Located at 13972 S Robinson Road in Traverse City, the storage unit is part of a community with shared services. The HOA is listed at $400 annually and covers snow plowing, electricity, and access to water, which can help reduce routine site maintenance responsibilities for the unit user. The property is described as being close to local amenities.
This configuration is well suited for hobbyists, collectors, and owners looking for straightforward, enclosed off-street storage with a high-clearance opening. The combination of a dedicated entrance, substantial door height, and included utility access makes the space practical for storing oversized recreational equipment or seasonal gear, while the HOA-provided services can help maintain year-round usability.
Located at 13972 S Robinson Road in Traverse City, the storage unit is part of a community with shared services. The HOA is listed at $400 annually and covers snow plowing, electricity, and access to water, which can help reduce routine site maintenance responsibilities for the unit user. The property is described as being close to local amenities.
This configuration is well suited for hobbyists, collectors, and owners looking for straightforward, enclosed off-street storage with a high-clearance opening. The combination of a dedicated entrance, substantial door height, and included utility access makes the space practical for storing oversized recreational equipment or seasonal gear, while the HOA-provided services can help maintain year-round usability.
Key Highlights
- 800 SF storage unit at 13972 S. Robinson Rd., #6, Traverse City
- 20x40 storage barn with 14 ft garage door for large vehicles, trailers, boats, or RVs
- Private storage space with a separate entrance plus off‑street parking
Financial Insights
Estimated NOI and Cap Rate
NOI = area × lease_rate × (100 − vacancy) / 100 × (1 − expense_ratio). Net Operating Income — what the owner takes home each year before mortgage payments and income tax. Effective rent (asking rent minus vacancy losses) minus operating costs (taxes, insurance, maintenance, management).
NOI / Yr
$6,677
Cap rate = NOI / list price × 100. Capitalization rate — annual return on a fully cash purchase, before financing. NOI divided by price. Higher means more income per dollar invested, but usually also more risk or older condition. 5–8% is typical for stabilized commercial property; double digits often signal distressed deals.
Cap Rate
5.81%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap rates vary significantly by property type, market, and asset quality.
Typical U.S. stable-market ranges:
Multifamily — 4.5% to 6.5% (Class A in primary markets often sub-5%; Class C in secondary markets 6%+)
Industrial / Logistics — 5.0% to 7.0% (compressed heavily in recent years due to e-commerce demand)
Office — 6.5% to 9%+ (wide spread post-2020; CBD Class A vs. suburban Class B varies dramatically)
Retail — 5.5% to 8.5% (grocery-anchored on the low end, unanchored strip centers higher)
Hospitality / Hotels — 7.5% to 10%+ (higher due to operational risk)
Self-Storage — 5.5% to 7.5%
Medical Office — 6.0% to 7.5%
Net Lease (single tenant, credit) — 5.0% to 7.0% depending on tenant credit and lease term
Rules of thumb:
Primary markets (NYC, SF, LA, Boston, DC) trade at lower cap rates than secondary/tertiary markets, often by 100–200 bps (bps, aka basis points; 1 bp = 0.01%).
Class A assets trade ~50–150 bps tighter than Class B, and Class B tighter than Class C.
Cap rates move inversely with price — a lower cap rate means a higher price for the same NOI.
Spread to the 10-year Treasury is a common benchmark; historically 200–400 bps over the 10-year.
Cap Rate 5%
$133,540
$133.5K
Cap Rate 7%
$95,386
$95.4K
Cap Rate 9%
$74,189
$74.2K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 800 SF
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.
Gross rent
$10.4K $12.96/SF
− Vacancy
−$829 −$1.04/SF
EGI
$9.5K $11.92/SF
− OpEx
−$2.9K −$3.58/SF
NOI
$6.7K $8.35/SF
Area
Grand Traverse County, MI
Vacancy
8.00%
Lease Rate
$12.96 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap rates vary significantly by property type, market, and asset quality.
Typical U.S. stable-market ranges:
Multifamily — 4.5% to 6.5% (Class A in primary markets often sub-5%; Class C in secondary markets 6%+)
Industrial / Logistics — 5.0% to 7.0% (compressed heavily in recent years due to e-commerce demand)
Office — 6.5% to 9%+ (wide spread post-2020; CBD Class A vs. suburban Class B varies dramatically)
Retail — 5.5% to 8.5% (grocery-anchored on the low end, unanchored strip centers higher)
Hospitality / Hotels — 7.5% to 10%+ (higher due to operational risk)
Self-Storage — 5.5% to 7.5%
Medical Office — 6.0% to 7.5%
Net Lease (single tenant, credit) — 5.0% to 7.0% depending on tenant credit and lease term
Rules of thumb:
Primary markets (NYC, SF, LA, Boston, DC) trade at lower cap rates than secondary/tertiary markets, often by 100–200 bps (bps, aka basis points; 1 bp = 0.01%).
Class A assets trade ~50–150 bps tighter than Class B, and Class B tighter than Class C.
Cap rates move inversely with price — a lower cap rate means a higher price for the same NOI.
Spread to the 10-year Treasury is a common benchmark; historically 200–400 bps over the 10-year.
Cap Rate 5%
$133,540
Cap Rate 7%
$95,386
Cap Rate 9%
$74,189
Alternative Uses
Best Use
Self Storage
$95.4K
$83.5K – $111.3K
NOI $6,677 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.81%
Second Best
Warehouse
$90.9K
$79.6K – $106.1K
NOI $6,366 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.54%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$173.8K
$152.1K – $202.8K
NOI $12,165 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 10.59%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.
Property Analytics
Property Profile
Current Use
Lease Details
1
Drive-in doors
Yes
Utilities to site
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
22
Businesses Nearby
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Demographics for 49684, MI
22,025
Population
10,959
Households
2
Avg Household Size
49
Median Age
46%
College-Educated
96%
High-School Grad
52.8 sq mi
ZIP Area
417
Density / Sq Mi
$75,678
Median Household Income
$39,553
Median Earnings
$1,216
Median Rent
$375,700
Median Home Value
Market
Vacancy Rate% for Industrial in Midwest region
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Self storage facility - Private 20x40 storage unit with a 14-foot garage door, electricity, and off-street parking for large vehicle storage.
Where is this self storage facility located?
The property is located at 13972 S Robinson Road Traverse City, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $114,900.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 800 SF storage unit at 13972 S. Robinson Rd., #6, Traverse City; 20x40 storage barn with 14 ft garage door for large vehicles, trailers, boats, or RVs; Private storage space with a separate entrance plus off‑street parking
