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Motel With Owner Residence
For Sale
$990,000

519 Lake Street, Frankfort, MI 49635

Commercial, Frankfort, MI

Property Size4,033 SF
Lot Size0.97 Acres
Price / SF$245.47
Days on Market385

Property Features for 519 Lake Street

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Zoning description Residential, Commercial
Parking features Parking Lot
Exterior features Vinyl, Aluminum, Brick
Lot features Corner Lot, Freestanding
Directions Property on the corner of Lake Street and Didrickson Road
Subdivision Benzie
Standard status Active
Size 4,033 SF
Lot size 0.97 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Description Lengthy Legal
Legal Description Lengthy Legal

Utilities

Water source Private

Amenities

creek
gazebo
picnic area

Building Details

Building materials Frame
Roof type Asphalt
Listing Agency: Century 21 Northland-Frankfort · Century 21 Real Estate
Listed By: Kari King · License #6501404677
Added: Aug 23, 2025 Changed: Aug 19 Last Checked: Sep 11 at 3:06AM
MLS# 1937875

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This 4,033-square-foot motel property occupies 0.97 acres and includes nine guest rooms, an owner’s residence that serves as the check-in area, and a second-level studio apartment. Room configurations include four rooms with two full beds, two rooms with three full beds, and three rooms with queen beds. Recent improvements include new heating and cooling units, beds, carpeting, and bathrooms throughout the guest rooms. The motel also has a new roof, sealed driveway, underground electric, and new gas lines. The residence features new windows and a new roof, with additional living-space renovations underway.

The property is located at 519 Lake Street in Frankfort, directly across from Betsie Bay and the Betsie Valley Bike Trail. Grounds include a creek, gazebo, and picnic area. The site is along M-22 Scenic Drive and is near downtown Frankfort, Lake Michigan beaches, shops, restaurants, a theater, library, public boat launch, Crystal Lake, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, trout streams, and hiking and biking trails.

Key Highlights

  • Nine guest rooms with 4 rooms offering two full beds, 2 rooms with three full beds, and 3 rooms with queen beds
  • 4,033‑square‑foot motel property on 0.97 acres
  • Owner’s residence functions as the check‑in area and includes a second‑level studio apartment

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Current Use

Motels

Suggested Use

Top Pick Building Supply Parking Lot & Garage Dental Office Electrical Service Auto Parts Store 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

Turnkey business
Opportunity
Yes
Paved road access
Yes
Utilities to site

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

124
Businesses Nearby
Well-served
Demand for This Use

Demographics for 49635, MI

3,331
Population
3,014
Households
1.1
Avg Household Size
61
Median Age
47%
College-Educated
94%
High-School Grad
38.5 sq mi
ZIP Area
87
Density / Sq Mi
$71,875
Median Household Income
$32,409
Median Earnings
$918
Median Rent
$332,300
Median Home Value
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Motel - Guest lodging is paired with a check-in residence, studio apartment, and recently upgraded room interiors.
Where is this motel located?
The property is located at 519 Lake Street Frankfort, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $990,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Nine guest rooms with 4 rooms offering two full beds, 2 rooms with three full beds, and 3 rooms with queen beds; 4,033‑square‑foot motel property on 0.97 acres; Owner’s residence functions as the check‑in area and includes a second‑level studio apartment
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