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    1790 Melita Road, Sterling, MI 48659

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    $39,900

    Vacant Lot/Land - Sterling, MI

    Lot size:
    5.00 Acres
    Added:
    May 4, 2026
    Days on Market:
    5
    Last Refresh:
    May 8 at 10:06 pm

    Property Features for 1790 Melita Road

    General Information

    Property type
    Land
    Property subtype
    Other
    Zoning
    Residential,Horses Allowed,Metes and Bounds
    Exterior features
    None, Countryside View
    Standard status
    Active
    Lot size
    5.00 Acres

    Utilities

    Water front features
    Pond, Waterfront
    Water front
    1

    Building Details

    Architectural style
    Other

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    Listing Contact
    MICHELLE BASSI
    MICHELLE BASSI

    Listing agent MICHELLE BASSI

    Listing office CAROLE WILSON REAL ESTATE 3280 N M-65, HALE, MI

    Listing date May 4, 2026

    MLS# 1944647 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

    • 5+/- acres provides ample space.
    • Ready to build with a large opening nestled in trees for privacy.
    • Small pond offers waterfront views and potential for recreation.
    • Suitable for hobby farm, homesteading, or recreational use.
    • Mature trees throughout the property.
    • Perc test on file and easy access from a paved road.

    Overview

    This 5+/- acre lot on a paved road presents an opportunity to build a home. The property features a large opening nestled in trees for privacy and a small pond. The land is suitable for a hobby farm or homesteading. Mature trees are located throughout the property. A perc test is on file. The zoning allows for residential use and horses. The property is located in Sterling, MI.
    Property Profile Insight Report Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Residential land & home ...

    Suggested Use

    Restaurant Grocery & Convenience Store

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

    Location Insight

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    • Local Demand
    City
    Sterling
    County
    Arenac
    State
    Michigan
    Longitude
    -84.0073
    Latitude
    44.136497

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Residential land & home lot - 5+/- acre lot perfect for building a dream home.
    Where is this residential land & home lot located?
    The property is located at 1790 Melita Road Sterling, MI.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $39,900.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: 5+/- acres provides ample space.; Ready to build with a large opening nestled in trees for privacy.; Small pond offers waterfront views and potential for recreation.
    (989) 274-5095
    We can help!
    Listing Contact
    MICHELLE BASSI
    MICHELLE BASSI
    Real Estate License ID: 6501266457
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    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
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    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.

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    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
    AI Estimate

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    • 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
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