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    439 W Columbia Avenue, Battle Creek, MI 49015

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    $250,000

    MULTI_FAMILY - Battle Creek, MI

    Lot size:
    0.29 Acres
    Added:
    Apr 8, 2026
    Days on Market:
    59
    Last Refresh:
    Jun 5 at 4:06 pm

    Property Features for 439 W Columbia Avenue

    General Information

    Property type
    Residential Multi Family
    Property subtype
    Other
    Bedrooms
    3
    Rooms
    Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 3
    Parking
    26
    Basement
    Partial, Walk-Out Access
    Standard status
    Active
    APN
    52-6460-11-468-0
    Lot size
    0.29 Acres

    Taxes and HOA fees

    Tax Year
    2025
    Tax Description
    PARK BEIDLER LOTS 58, 59 & 68 ALSO VAC E 30 FT OF MENNO PL RNG BEG COLUMBIA AVE & WAWEENORK DR ALSO ALL VAC ALLEY BET LOTS 59 & 68 ALSO N 1/2 OF VAC ALLEY LYING S OF LOT 58, EXC N 8 FT OF SD PARCEL, ALSO EXC BEG AT PT ON W LI OF SD E 30 FT OF MENNO P LAT DIST 8 FT SLY OF S LI OF COLUMBIA AVE - S 88 DEG 58 MIN E PAR WITH S LI OF COLUMBIA AVE DIST OF 8 FT - SWLY TO PT ON SD W LI OF E 30 FT OF MENNO
    Tax Annual Amount
    4239

    Utilities

    Utilities
    Cable Available
    Sewer type
    Public Sewer
    Heating system
    Forced Air
    Cooling system
    Central Air

    Building Details

    Year built
    1930
    Number of units
    3
    Building materials
    Stone, Vinyl Siding
    Roof type
    Composition

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    Listing Contact
    Michael B Palmer

    Listing agent Michael B Palmer License #425473

    Listing office Bellabay Realty, LLC 626 Romence Rd. Ste 101A, Portage, MI

    Listing date Apr 8, 2026

    MLS# 26014595 Listing URL

    Copyright © 2026 Michigan Regional Information Center, LLC. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

    HighLights

    • High‑traffic location with 112+ feet of road frontage in a busy business district.
    • Versatile property suitable for home, business, or investment/income purposes.
    • Includes two suites and a lower‑level walkout apartment facing Goguac Lake.
    • Rental certified through April 28, 2026.
    • Features a large sign board for advertising.
    • Convenient access to schools, stores, restaurants, and I‑94.

    Overview

    This mixed-use property in Battle Creek, Michigan, offers opportunities for homeownership, business ventures, or investment income. The building features two suites and a lower-level walkout apartment unit facing Goguac Lake. The property has over 112 feet of road frontage in a busy business district and includes a large sign board for advertising. An attached garage is included. The rental certification is valid until April 28, 2026. The property is located within minutes of schools, stores, restaurants, and I-94. The lot size is 0.29 acres.
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    Current Use by Public Records

    Acquire Financial Solutions, ... Insurance Agency Real Estate Investors ... Real Estate Agency Final Expense Life ... Insurance Agency

    Suggested Use

    Restaurant Real Estate Agency Law Firm Building Supply Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Big Box & Wholesale Store Auto Repair Shop Hair Salon Nail Salon

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

    Location Insight

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    City
    Battle Creek
    County
    Calhoun
    State
    Michigan
    Longitude
    -85.206694
    Latitude
    42.298304

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Triplex - Mixed-use property with high traffic exposure and lake view.
    Where is this triplex located?
    The property is located at 439 W Columbia Avenue Battle Creek, MI.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $250,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: High‑traffic location with **112+ feet of road frontage** in a busy business district.; Versatile property suitable for home, business, or investment/income purposes.; Includes two suites and a lower‑level walkout apartment facing Goguac Lake.
    (269) 580-1515
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    Listing Contact
    Michael B Palmer
    Real Estate License ID: 425473
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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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    • 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
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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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