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Restaurant Opportunity in Downtown Whitehall
For Sale
$315,000

212 E Colby Street, Whitehall, MI 49461

COMMERCIAL - Whitehall, MI

Property Size3,120 SF
Lot Size0.10 Acres
Price / SF$100.96
Days on Market297

Property Features for 212 E Colby Street

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Zoning description B-2 Cen
Bathrooms 3
Full bathrooms 3
Rooms Bathroom 1, Bathroom 3, Basement, Bathroom 2
Parking 24
Elementary school district Whitehall
Middle school district Whitehall
High school district Whitehall
Directions US 31 to Whitehall Exit, West on Colby Street
Subdivision Muskegon County - M
Standard status Active
APN 22-220-011-0005-00
Size 3,120 SF
Lot size 0.10 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year 2024
Tax Description W-0296A CITY OF WHITEHALL BEG SE COR OF LOT 6 TH N ALG W LN OF ALLEY 92.8 FT TH N 88D 20M W 45.8 FT(see MLS file)
Tax Annual Amount 7752
Legal Description W-0296A CITY OF WHITEHALL BEG SE COR OF LOT 6 TH N ALG W LN OF ALLEY 92.8 FT TH N 88D 20M W 45.8 FT(see MLS file)

Utilities

Utilities Cable Available
Heating system Forced Air
Cooling system Central Air

Building Details

Year built 1945
Number of units 1
Building materials Wood Siding, Brick
Roof type Rubber, Metal
Listing Agency: Coldwell Banker Woodland Schmidt Whitehall
Listed By: Sandra L Morningstar · License #6501339831
Added: Oct 8, 2025 Changed: Jul 25 Last Checked: Jul 31 at 10:06PM
MLS# 25051847

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This is a restaurant business opportunity located in downtown Whitehall. The sale includes the real estate, dining room furnishings, and a large, fully equipped kitchen with all equipment. The property features a walk-in cooler, a walk-in freezer, and abundant storage space. The current business is Chen's restaurant, and it is available due to the seller's recent retirement. The property size is 3,120 square feet and the lot size is 0.1 acres. The property is located in Muskegon County.

Key Highlights

  • Restaurant business opportunity in the heart of downtown Whitehall, available due to the seller’s retirement
  • Sale includes real estate plus dining room furnishings
  • Large fully equipped kitchen included with all equipment

Property Analytics

Current Use

Conventional restaurants

Suggested Use

Top Pick Auto Parts Store Parking Lot & Garage Plumbing Service Bakery Pharmacy Big Box & Wholesale Store

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

Turnkey business
Opportunity

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

418
Businesses Nearby
25k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Balanced
Demand for This Use

Foot Traffic Nearby

Shops & Services 84% Dining 16%
Wesco Shops & Services
8,826 visits/mo 0.0 miles
Dollar General Shops & Services
7,911 visits/mo 0.4 miles
SUBWAY Dining
4,105 visits/mo 0.0 miles
PNC Bank Shops & Services
3,380 visits/mo 0.1 miles
Napa Auto Parts Shops & Services
922 visits/mo 0.2 miles

Demographics for 49461, MI

9,295
Population
4,220
Households
2.2
Avg Household Size
47
Median Age
30%
College-Educated
97%
High-School Grad
43.2 sq mi
ZIP Area
215
Density / Sq Mi
$80,495
Median Household Income
$42,249
Median Earnings
$874
Median Rent
$245,600
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Midwest region

8% 2020
7.3% 2021
6.5% 2022
6% 2023
5.7% 2024
6.3% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Conventional restaurant - Restaurant with equipment in downtown Whitehall, real estate included.
Where is this conventional restaurant located?
The property is located at 212 E Colby Street Whitehall, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $315,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Restaurant business opportunity in the heart of downtown Whitehall, available due to the seller’s retirement; Sale includes real estate plus dining room furnishings; Large fully equipped kitchen included with all equipment
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