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    3417 Franklin Street Michigan City, IN 46360

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    $1,075,000

    COMMERCIAL - Michigan City, IN

    Property size:
    4,702 SF
    Lot size:
    0.79 Acres
    Added:
    Apr 1, 2026
    Days on Market:
    4
    Last Refresh:
    Apr 4 at 1:06 am

    Property Features for 3417 Franklin Street

    General Information

    Property type
    Commercial Sale
    Property subtype
    Other
    Parking
    10
    Parking features
    Off Street
    Standard status
    Active
    APN
    460505277029000009
    Size
    4,702 SF
    Lot size
    0.79 Acres

    Taxes and HOA fees

    Tax Year
    2024
    Tax Description
    13-05-05-277-029 BRINCKMANN'S 2ND LTS 4 5 10 & 11 BLK 4 & VAC ALLEY BTW
    Tax Annual Amount
    8567

    Utilities

    Sewer type
    Public Sewer
    Water source
    Public

    Building Details

    Year built
    1959

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    Listing Contact
    Matt Evans
    Matt Evans

    Listing agent Matt Evans License #5452673

    Listing office RE/MAX Lifestyles 831 E. Lincolnway, Valparaiso, IN

    Listing date Apr 1, 2026

    MLS# 836463

    Copyright © 2026 Greater Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

    Overview

    Versatile Commercial Property in Michigan City

    Located in a high-visibility commercial corridor in Michigan City, Indiana, this 4,702 square foot property is positioned on 0.79 acres. The site is adjacent to McDonald's and Biggby Coffee, benefiting from strong daily exposure and consistent consumer flow. The average daily traffic count is over 19,340 vehicles per day (2025). Currently configured as a tunnel car wash, the property has been updated with newer equipment and has an established customer base. The building includes a waiting area and reception/office space, and is equipped to support vacuum services and full interior/exterior detailing operations. Zoned B-2 (General Commercial), this property presents versatility for adaptive reuse. Potential redevelopment opportunities include retail, office, restaurant, medical, or service-oriented concepts. The property has an estimated 14+ parking spots with the current design. The construction is block and metal. The property offers the location, infrastructure, and flexibility to bring your vision to life.
    Property Profile Insight Report Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Victory Lane Auto ... Car Wash

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Law Firm Restaurant Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Gym & Fitness Center Skin Care Clinic

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

    Location Insight

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    City
    Michigan City
    County
    LaPorte
    State
    Indiana
    Longitude
    -86.894564
    Latitude
    41.691139

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Car wash - 4,702 SF commercial property on 0.79 acres in Michigan City.
    Where is this car wash located?
    The property is located at 3417 Franklin Street Michigan City, IN.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $1,075,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: High‑visibility location in a busy commercial corridor with 19,340+ VPD (2025).; Zoned B‑2 (General Commercial) offering exceptional versatility for adaptive reuse (retail, office, restaurant, medical, etc.).; Large .79‑acre lot adjacent to McDonalds and Biggby Coffee.
    (219) 241-8401
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    Listing Contact
    Matt Evans
    Matt Evans
    Real Estate License ID: 5452673
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    Realmo estimates a property’s market value using a proprietary methodology that incorporates public data and user-submitted information. This cumulative value is generated by integrating a variety of conventional and innovative methods. 

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    How We Calculate Cap Rate

    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
    • AI-powered valuation estimates

    Example Calculation

    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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    Comparable estimate is based on recent sales of similar nearby properties, adjusted for factors like size, condition, and location.

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    Relative property class coefficient uses factors that account for typical price differences between various asset types (e.g., retail vs. industrial) to provide a more accurate market-aligned estimate.

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    Stat Estimate

    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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