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    717 & 823 S Drake Road, Kalamazoo, MI 49006

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    $500,000

    COMMERCIAL - Kalamazoo, MI

    Lot size:
    0.78 Acres
    Added:
    May 15, 2013
    Days on Market:
    4755
    Last Refresh:
    May 21 at 10:06 am

    Property Features for 717 & 823 S Drake Road

    General Information

    Property type
    Commercial Sale
    Property subtype
    Other
    Standard status
    Active
    APN
    390619110001
    Lot size
    0.78 Acres

    Taxes and HOA fees

    Tax Description
    Attached

    Utilities

    Utilities
    Cable Available
    Sewer type
    Public Sewer
    Water source
    Public

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    Listing Contact
    Jodi K Milks

    Listing agent Jodi K Milks License #6502339107

    Listing office NAI Wisinski of West Michigan 650 Trade Centre Way, Ste 130, Kalamazoo, MI

    Listing date May 15, 2013

    MLS# 13028095 Listing URL

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    HighLights

    • Located at a lighted intersection on Kalamazoo's west side.
    • Development opportunity adjacent to Mercantile Bank, Sprout Early Care & Preschool, and Parkway Flats (241‑unit apartment complex).
    • Parcels range from 0.64 - 2.56 acres.
    • Fronting Drake Road and/or Arboretum Parkway.
    • Close proximity to W. Main retail corridor and WMU campus.
    • Utilities available: Cable, Public Water, and Public Sewer.

    Overview

    This commercial land development opportunity is located on Kalamazoo's west side. Parcels range from 0.64 to 2.56 acres. The property fronts Drake Road and Arboretum Parkway. It is situated at a lighted intersection just south of the West Main retail corridor and west of the WMU campus, adjacent to Linden Grove Middle School and Walden Woods condominiums. Join Mercantile Bank, Sprout Early Care & Preschool and the Parkway Flats 241-unit apartment complex.
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    Current Use by Public Records

    Commercial land

    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
    Kalamazoo
    County
    Kalamazoo
    State
    Michigan
    Longitude
    -85.647442
    Latitude
    42.286595

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Commercial land - Land parcels available for office or retail development.
    Where is this commercial land located?
    The property is located at 717 & 823 S Drake Road Kalamazoo, MI.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $500,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Located at a lighted intersection on Kalamazoo's west side.; Development opportunity adjacent to Mercantile Bank, Sprout Early Care & Preschool, and Parkway Flats (241‑unit apartment complex).; Parcels range from 0.64 - 2.56 acres.
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    Real Estate License ID: 6502339107
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    Disclaimer

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    Actual market value may differ due to factors not captured in the data. Estimates are offered for informational purposes only, and users should conduct independent research before making financial or investment decisions.
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    Realmo CapRate Calculation

    Realmo calculates the Capitalization Rate (Cap Rate) to help estimate a property's potential return on investment. The Cap Rate is a fundamental metric in commercial real estate that measures the relationship between a property's net operating income and its market value.

    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.

    Disclaimer

    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

    Professional Guidance Recommended: Before making any investment or financial decisions, consult with licensed appraisers, commercial real estate brokers, and financial advisors who can evaluate your specific property and circumstances.
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    Cap approach

    Capitalization Method calculates value based on estimated net operating income (NOI) and applying a market-based capitalization rate (cap rate), we estimate what a typical investor might be willing to pay for it.

    Comparable approach

    Comparable estimate is based on recent sales of similar nearby properties, adjusted for factors like size, condition, and location.

    Relative

    Relative property class coefficient uses factors that account for typical price differences between various asset types (e.g., retail vs. industrial) to provide a more accurate market-aligned estimate.

    Geo

    Comparable Sales Method, enhanced by Geo coefficients — location-based adjustment factors that reflect differences in price levels across neighborhoods, cities, or regions ensuring a more accurate, market-sensitive valuation.

    Stat Estimate

    This method estimates value based on actual market adjusted recent (~5 years) sales of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • 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
    AI Estimate

    This method estimates value based on AI market estimation of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • 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
    Alternative use

    Estimate considers the property’s potential value if used for a different purpose-based on zoning, demand, and market feasibility.

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