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Downtown Retail/Office Building
For Sale
$299,000

56 E Michigan Avenue, Battle Creek, MI 49017

COMMERCIAL - Battle Creek, MI

Property Size10,148 SF
Lot Size0.12 Acres
Price / SF$29.46
Days on Market195

Property Features for 56 E Michigan Avenue

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Retail
Zoning description T5
Bathrooms 2
Full bathrooms 2
Rooms Bathroom 2, Bathroom 1
Interior features Broadband
Elementary school district Battle Creek
Middle school district Battle Creek
High school district Battle Creek
Subdivision Battle Creek - B
Standard status Active
APN 52-0258-00-041-0
Size 10,148 SF
Lot size 0.12 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year 2025
Tax Description BC CITY RB8 PART OF LOT 17: COMM NLY MOST COR OF LOT 17- SELY ALG SLY LI OF MICHIGAN AVE DIST OF 1.5 FT TO TRUE POB-C
Tax Annual Amount 6886
Legal Description BC CITY RB8 PART OF LOT 17: COMM NLY MOST COR OF LOT 17- SELY ALG SLY LI OF MICHIGAN AVE DIST OF 1.5 FT TO TRUE POB-C

Utilities

Utilities Cable Available
Heating system Forced Air
Cooling system Central Air

Building Details

Year built 1958
Number of units 1
Building materials Block, Concrete, Stucco
Roof type Rubber
Listing Agency: Chuck Jaqua, REALTOR
Listed By: Mike Sandstrom · License #6501417340
Added: Jan 27 Changed: Aug 4 Last Checked: Aug 10 at 12:06AM
MLS# 26003098

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This two-story downtown building is offered for sale with frontage on Michigan Avenue and plentiful windows on both levels. The property is described as having space that may be converted for uses such as a restaurant, retail store, office space, meeting place, or other compatible configurations.

The site includes 42.5 feet of street frontage and 35 additional parking spaces to the rear. It is located within walking distance of City Hall, the Justice Complex, the Kellogg Research Center, and the Kellogg Foundation, with easy access noted from M-66/I-194 and Capital Ave SW.

With its front-facing retail/office character, windowed elevations, and on-site parking, the building is positioned for businesses seeking downtown visibility and convenient customer access.

Key Highlights

  • 2‑story building with 10,148 SF that offers versatile conversion options (restaurant, retail, office, meeting place, or housing).
  • 42.5 ft of street frontage directly on Michigan Avenue with windows on both levels.
  • Includes 35 additional parking spaces at the rear of the building.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Marks Music Studio Vocational School LaborMax Staffing - Battle ... Employment Agency

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Dental Office HVAC Service Spa & Massage Center Kitchen & Bath Showroom Auto Parts 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

Yes
Highway access
Yes
Paved road access

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

896
Businesses Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use

Demographics for 49017, MI

21,377
Population
9,701
Households
2.2
Avg Household Size
42
Median Age
20%
College-Educated
92%
High-School Grad
56.8 sq mi
ZIP Area
376
Density / Sq Mi
$58,500
Median Household Income
$40,386
Median Earnings
$946
Median Rent
$134,800
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Office in Midwest region

13.7% 2019
15.6% 2020
17.1% 2021
18.9% 2022
21% 2023
22% 2024
21.3% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Storefront property - Two-story building offers street frontage on Michigan Avenue and 35 rear parking spaces for customer access.
Where is this storefront property located?
The property is located at 56 E Michigan Avenue Battle Creek, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $299,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 2‑story building with 10,148 SF that offers versatile conversion options (restaurant, retail, office, meeting place, or housing).; 42.5 ft of street frontage directly on Michigan Avenue with windows on both levels.; Includes 35 additional parking spaces at the rear of the building.
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