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Storefront Property with Candy Shop
For Sale
$885,000

3676 S Straits Highway, Indian River, MI 49749

COMMERCIAL - Indian River, MI

Property Size2,500 SF
Price / SF$354
Days on Market696

Property Features for 3676 S Straits Highway

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Zoning Commercial
Parking features Parking Lot
Basement Partial
Subdivision T35N, R3W
Directions Down Town Indian River
Standard status Active
APN 161-M55-037-001-00
Size 2,500 SF

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Description Lot 1 & 2 Block 37 FE Martin Second Addition to Indian River
Legal Description Lot 1 & 2 Block 37 FE Martin Second Addition to Indian River

Utilities

Water source Well
Listing Agency: Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices Indian River
Listed By: David P Carpenter · License #6506046184
Added: Sep 26, 2024 Changed: Aug 4 Last Checked: Aug 22 at 8:06AM
MLS# 201831941

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This 2,500-square-foot storefront property includes an established fudge, chocolate, and ice cream business. The sale encompasses the operating business, associated names, recipes, equipment, buildings, and underlying property, providing a combined real estate and business offering. The shop carries candy, chocolates, fudge, caramel corn, and ice cream, with operations conducted year-round and seven days a week.

Located in downtown Indian River at 3676 S Straits Highway, the property is zoned Commercial and includes a parking lot. Water is supplied by a well. The offering combines a retail storefront with an existing specialty food operation and its business assets.

Key Highlights

  • 2,500‑square‑foot storefront property in downtown Indian River
  • Sale includes the operating business, business names, recipes, and equipment
  • Fudge, chocolate, candy, caramel corn, and ice cream retail operation

Property Analytics

Current Use

Drost's Chocolates Specialty Food Shop

Suggested Use

Top Pick Grocery & Convenience Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Catering Service Pharmacy Kitchen & Bath Showroom Building Supply

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

242
Businesses Nearby
50k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Well-served
Demand for This Use

Foot Traffic Nearby

Dining 62% Shops & Services 38%
McDonald's Dining
19,985 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Burger King Dining
11,030 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Shell Shops & Services
10,191 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Marathon Shops & Services
7,849 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Napa Auto Parts Shops & Services
1,166 visits/mo 0.2 miles

Demographics for 49749, MI

4,087
Population
3,995
Households
1
Avg Household Size
52
Median Age
33%
College-Educated
90%
High-School Grad
64.8 sq mi
ZIP Area
63
Density / Sq Mi
$66,604
Median Household Income
$36,471
Median Earnings
$862
Median Rent
$202,600
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?
Storefront property - Commercial property includes an operating confectionery business, equipment, recipes, and related business names.
Where is this storefront property located?
The property is located at 3676 S Straits Highway Indian River, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $885,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 2,500‑square‑foot storefront property in downtown Indian River; Sale includes the operating business, business names, recipes, and equipment; Fudge, chocolate, candy, caramel corn, and ice cream retail operation
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