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Restored Historic Mixed-Use Building
For Sale
$8,999,999

400 N River Street, Ypsilanti, MI 48198

Commercial Sale, Ypsilanti, MI

Property Size31,496 SF
Lot Size0.82 Acres
Price / SF$285.75
Days on Market61

Property Features for 400 N River Street

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Retail
Zoning description C I
Bathrooms 2
Full bathrooms 2
Rooms Bathroom 2, Bathroom 1, Basement
Elementary school district Ypsilanti
Middle school district Ypsilanti
High school district Ypsilanti
Standard status Active
APN 11-88-04-495-023
Size 31,496 SF
Lot size 0.82 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year 2025
Tax Description BLK:100 DIST:11 CITY/MUNI/TWP:YPSILANTI CITY
Tax Annual Amount 19325
Legal Description BLK:100 DIST:11 CITY/MUNI/TWP:YPSILANTI CITY

Utilities

Utilities Cable Available
Heating system Forced Air
Cooling system Central Air

Amenities

outdoor gathering spaces

Building Details

Year built 1861
Number of units 21
Building materials Wood Siding, Brick
Roof type Rubber
Listing Agency: Real Estate One Inc
Listed By: Danielle Dunn
Added: Aug 7 Changed: Sep 16 Last Checked: Oct 6 at 8:06PM
MLS# 26041906

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Built in 1861, this restored three-story Italianate building contains 31,496 square feet on 0.82 acres. The property retains historic architectural character and includes street-level restaurant and bar space, along with 20 loft residences on the upper floors. Construction includes wood siding and brick, with forced-air heating, central air, and a rubber roof.

The building occupies a visible corner position at the entrance to Ypsilanti’s historic Depot Town. Thompson & Co. restaurant and Mash bar operate on the ground floor, while the sale covers the real estate only; the restaurant business is excluded and remains under its existing commercial lease. The property has received a Governor’s Award for Historic Preservation.

Key Highlights

  • 31,496‑square‑foot mixed‑use building on 0.82 acres
  • Originally built in 1861 and restored as a three‑story Italianate property
  • 20 loft residences occupy the upper floors

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$437,272
Cap Rate
4.86%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$8,745,440 $8.7M
Cap Rate 7%
$6,246,743 $6.2M
Cap Rate 9%
$4,858,578 $4.9M
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 31,496 SF
Gross rent
$680.3K $21.60/SF
− Vacancy
−$97.3K −$3.09/SF
EGI
$583.0K $18.51/SF
− OpEx
−$145.8K −$4.63/SF
NOI
$437.3K $13.88/SF
Area
Washtenaw County, MI
Vacancy
14.30%
Lease Rate
$21.60 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
25.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$8,745,440
Cap Rate 7%
$6,246,743
Cap Rate 9%
$4,858,578

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Specialty Retail
$6.25M
$5.47M – $7.29M (±1% cap)
NOI $437,272 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.86%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$5.30M
$4.64M – $6.19M (±1% cap)
NOI $371,262 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.13%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$9.25M
$8.10M – $10.80M (±1% cap)
NOI $647,810 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.20%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

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Current Use

Thompson & Co. Restaurant Mash Bar & Pub

Suggested Use

Top Pick Dental Office Electrical Service Furniture & Home Goods HVAC Service Real Estate Agency 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

20
Residential units
Multi-tenant
Tenancy

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

1,129
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 48198, MI

40,067
Population
17,379
Households
2.3
Avg Household Size
36
Median Age
35%
College-Educated
92%
High-School Grad
33.4 sq mi
ZIP Area
1,200
Density / Sq Mi
$63,678
Median Household Income
$36,671
Median Earnings
$1,197
Median Rent
$178,300
Median Home Value
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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in Midwest region

6.5% 2022
7.5% 2023
7.8% 2024
8% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Mixed-use property - Three-story Italianate property combines leased street-level commercial space with 20 loft residences.
Where is this mixed-use property located?
The property is located at 400 N River Street Ypsilanti, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $8,999,999.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 31,496‑square‑foot mixed‑use building on 0.82 acres; Originally built in 1861 and restored as a three‑story Italianate property; 20 loft residences occupy the upper floors
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