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Historic Fire Barn Redevelopment Opportunity

18 N 5th Street Grand Haven, MI 49417

18 N 5th Street, Grand Haven, MI, 49417
$1,495,000
For Sale
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$1,495,000

COMMERCIAL - Grand Haven, MI

Property Size11,584 SF
Lot Size0.42 Acres
Price / SF$129.06
AddedJan 20
Days on Market176
Last RefreshJul 15 at 3:06 pm

Property Features for 18 N 5th Street

General Information

Property type
Commercial Sale
Property subtype
Office
Bathrooms
3
Rooms
Bathroom 2, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 3, Basement
Interior features
Broadband
Standard status
Active
APN
70-03-21-351-008
Size
11,584 SF
Lot size
0.42 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year
2025
Tax Description
LOT 1 BLK 11 AKELEY'S ADD ALSO PART OF LOTS 1 THRU 3 BLK 17 MONROE & HARRIS ADD COM W 1/4 COR, TH S 0D 34M 17S W 1022.9
Tax Annual Amount
21702

Utilities

Utilities
Cable Available
Heating system
Forced Air
Cooling system
Central Air

Building Details

Year built
1937
Floors in Building
2
Number of units
1
Building materials
Brick
Roof type
Rubber, Composition

Listing agent David Ten Cate License #6502325769

Listing office Capstone Real Estate LLC PO Box 261, Grand Haven, MI

Listing date Jan 20, 2026

MLS# 26002467

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Located in downtown Grand Haven, this historic fire barn, originally constructed in 1937, was renovated in 2024, preserving its original architecture both inside and out. The 11,584 square foot building overlooks Central Park and is situated blocks from the waterfront. A glass vestibule entry leads into a fully refurbished 3,500 square foot bi-level space featuring 8 offices, a conference room, and a large open concept gathering area with 18-foot ceilings and exposed ductwork. The space also includes a full kitchen with original brickwork and hose tower, and 3 restrooms. An unfinished 2,200 square foot second level and a 5,500 square foot garage structure offer additional redevelopment possibilities. Situated on a 0.42-acre corner lot, the property provides easy access and excellent visibility. Potential uses include an upscale office, future residential development, or a combination of both.

Key Highlights

  • Historic 1937 fire barn with artfully maintained original architecture, renovated in 2024.
  • Premier downtown corner lot location overlooking Central Park, blocks from the waterfront, offering easy access and excellent visibility.
  • 11,584 SF building with a refurbished 3,500 SF bi‑level office space including 8 offices, conference room, open gathering area, full kitchen with original brickwork and hose tower.

Local Financial Insights For Office B

Simulate Cap Rate and NOI

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.

Component $ $/SF
Gross rent $197.4k $17.04
− Vacancy −$27.2k −$2.35
EGI $170.2k $14.69
− OpEx −$42.5k −$3.67
NOI $127.6k $11.02
11,584 SF · lease $17.04/SF/yr · vacancy 13.80% · expense 25.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Office B
$1.82M
$1.60M – $2.13M (±1% cap)
NOI $127,614 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 8.54%
Second Best
Mixed Use
$1.43M
$1.25M – $1.67M (±1% cap)
NOI $100,058 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.69%
Theoretical Best
Multifamily LT 5
$144.05M
$126.04M – $168.06M (±1% cap)
NOI $10,083,513 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 674.48%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Property Analytics

Property Profile Location Intelligence

Current Use by Public Records

David L TenCate ... Law Firm Blue Bridge Insurance ... Insurance Agency Capstone Real Estate Real Estate Agency The Fire Barn Gallery Art Gallery

Suggested Use

Furniture & Home Goods Food Market Grocery & Convenience Store Dental Office Storage Facility (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Parking Lot & Garage Daycare Center (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Catering Service

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

FAQs

What type of property is this?
Office building - Renovated fire barn in downtown Grand Haven with redevelopment potential.
Where is this office building located?
The property is located at 18 N 5th Street Grand Haven, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,495,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Historic 1937 fire barn with artfully maintained original architecture, renovated in 2024.; Premier downtown corner lot location overlooking Central Park, blocks from the waterfront, offering easy access and excellent visibility.; **11,584 SF building with a refurbished 3,500 SF bi‑level office space including 8 offices, conference room, open gathering area, full kitchen with original brickwork and hose tower.**
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