Historic Storefront Retail
For Lease
$15 SF/Yr
308 W Michigan Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI 49007
Commercial Lease, Kalamazoo, MI
Space Size1,500 SF - 3,000 SF
Lot Size0.04 Acres
Days on Market180
Property Features for 308 W Michigan Avenue
General Information
Property type
Commercial Lease
Property subtype
Office
Zoning description
D2
Rooms
Basement
Fireplace
1
Elementary school district
Kalamazoo
Middle school district
Kalamazoo
High school district
Kalamazoo
Directions
90-minute free parking on Michigan Avenue
Standard status
Active
APN
06-15-353-002
Size
6,160 SF
Lot size
0.04 Acres
Taxes and HOA fees
Tax Year
2025
Tax Description
70 ORIGINAL PLAT W 22FT OF E 44FT OF S 70FT OF LOT 28. PA 255 8780048
Legal Description
70 ORIGINAL PLAT W 22FT OF E 44FT OF S 70FT OF LOT 28. PA 255 8780048
Utilities
Utilities
Cable Available
Heating system
Forced Air
Cooling system
Central Air
Amenities
high ceilings
Building Details
Year built
1850
Number of units
2
Building materials
Brick
Roof type
Rubber
Listing Agency:
Dover Birch & Associates
(269) 443-0033
Listed By:
Rob Peterson · License #6502431087
(269) 276-0402
Added: Mar 12
Changed: Sep 7
Last Checked: Sep 7 at 3:06PM
MLS# 26009458
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
This brick retail property dates to 1850 and offers a classic storefront, high ceilings, central air, forced-air heating, and a rubber roof. The available commercial area is described as having capacity for 1,500 to 3,000 square feet and will be delivered in white box condition. A basement is also part of the building, which includes a fireplace and cable availability.
The property is located at 308 W Michigan Avenue in downtown Kalamazoo, one block from the upcoming Kalamazoo Event Center. The building has a 6,160-square-foot property size on a 0.04-acre lot. Plans call for converting the upper level to apartments, while the owner remains open to other ideas for the space. Its prior use as a bookstore and newsstand is also noted in the property information.
The property is located at 308 W Michigan Avenue in downtown Kalamazoo, one block from the upcoming Kalamazoo Event Center. The building has a 6,160-square-foot property size on a 0.04-acre lot. Plans call for converting the upper level to apartments, while the owner remains open to other ideas for the space. Its prior use as a bookstore and newsstand is also noted in the property information.
Key Highlights
- 1850 brick building with a classic storefront
- 1,500‑3,000 square feet of commercial capacity
- White box delivery condition
Property Analytics
Property Profile
Current Use
Lease Details
NNN (Triple Net)
Lease Type
$2.25 /SF/Yr
CAM
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
3,188
Businesses Nearby
56k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use
Explore this area
Business Placement
Foot Traffic Nearby
Shops & Services 43%
Dining 38%
Hotels & Casinos 18%
Electronics 2%
McDonald's
Dining
15,871 visits/mo
0.3 miles
Shell
Shops & Services
13,648 visits/mo
0.2 miles
Barrio Tacos
Dining
4,643 visits/mo
0.2 miles
Family Dollar
Shops & Services
4,370 visits/mo
0.4 miles
Hilton Garden Inn Kalamazoo Downtown
Hotels & Casinos
4,289 visits/mo
0.2 miles
Demographics for 49007, MI
10,353
Population
5,102
Households
2
Avg Household Size
31
Median Age
24%
College-Educated
84%
High-School Grad
3.5 sq mi
ZIP Area
2,958
Density / Sq Mi
$39,309
Median Household Income
$24,723
Median Earnings
$1,017
Median Rent
$103,400
Median Home Value
Market
Lease Benchmarks for Kalamazoo, MI
$16.69 /SF/Yr
Avg Asking Price
$9–$25 /SF/Yr
Price Range
7,302 SF
Avg Space Size
This space is priced 10% below the average of $16.69 /SF/Yr.
Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Midwest region
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Storefront property - Brick downtown retail space with high ceilings, central air, and white box delivery condition.
Where is this storefront property located?
The property is located at 308 W Michigan Avenue Kalamazoo, MI.
What is the lease rate?
The lease rate is $15 SF/Yr.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 1850 brick building with a classic storefront; 1,500‑3,000 square feet of commercial capacity; White box delivery condition
