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925 Backus Street, Jackson, MI, 49202
Historic Church Building with Multiple Kitchens

925 Backus Street Jackson, MI 49202

For Sale
$449,000

COMMERCIAL - Other - Jackson, MI

Property Size31,524 SF
Lot Size4.00 Acres
Price / SF$14.24
Days on Market422

Property Features for 925 Backus Street

General Information

Property type
Commercial Sale
Property subtype
Other
Bathrooms
2
Rooms
Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
Parking
75
Parking features
Parking Lot
Exterior features
Courtyard, Rain Gutters
Fireplace
1
Basement
Partial, Finished
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Gas Cooktop, Gas Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Freezer
Standard status
Active
APN
2-12180000
Size
31,524 SF
Lot size
4.00 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Description
1220, 1221, 1222, 1223 BEG AT A PT ON E LN OF BACKUS ST 157.25 FT SO OF NW COR OF LOT 1 TH S 88 DEG 10' E 183.12 FT TH N 1 DEG 50' E 2 96 FT TO SLY LN OF CLINTON RD TH SELY TO SE COR OF LOT 1 TH W ALG S LN OF LOT 1 TO E LN OF BACKUS ST TH N TO BEG ALSO LOTS 2, 3, 4 & 5 BLK 1 FOOTE & BENNETT'S ADD

Utilities

Sewer type
Public Sewer
Heating system
Steam
Cooling system
Central Air
Water source
Public

Building Details

Year built
1928
Floors in Building
3
Flooring type
Wood, Terrazzo, Carpet, Varies
Building materials
Brick, Concrete, Vinyl Siding
Roof type
Shingle
Architectural style
Other
Listing Agency: Keller Williams Realty Lansing
Listed By: Deborah Federau · License #6506046372
Added: May 30, 2025 Changed: Jul 24 Last Checked: Jul 25 at 6:06AM
MLS# 288542

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This historic, fully operational church offers three spacious floors with a sanctuary and multiple supporting spaces. The building includes two kitchens: a full-service kitchen with a walk-in pantry in Wesley Hall on the lower level, and a separate galley-style kitchen off the narthex in the parlor area. The property also has seven lavatories distributed throughout the building, supporting large gatherings and flexible multi-use configurations.

The sanctuary features traditional architectural elements, including soaring ceilings, intricate woodwork, and stained glass. The church sits on a 4-acre lot and is offered for sale in Jackson, Michigan, at 925 Backus Street, with private showings available upon request.

With its solid structure and versatile interior layout across three levels, the property is suited for continued religious use and also supports adaptive reuse as a community or event space, depending on the final redevelopment plan.

Key Highlights

  • Historic church built in 1928 with functioning use and solid brick construction
  • Three expansive floors offering space for offices, classrooms, meeting areas, or conversion to other uses
  • Sanctuary features include soaring ceilings, intricate woodwork, and stained glass

Property Analytics

Property Profile Location Intelligence

Current Use by Public Records

Windshield Repair Today ... Auto Repair Shop Calvary United Methodist ... Church Messiah Lutheran Church Church

Suggested Use

Kitchen & Bath Showroom HVAC Service Plumbing Service Parking Lot & Garage (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Locksmith Electrical Service Home Appliance Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Daycare Center

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

FAQs

What type of property is this?
Church & religious facility - Historic, fully operational church with three floors, seven lavatories, and two kitchens across main and lower areas.
Where is this church & religious facility located?
The property is located at 925 Backus Street Jackson, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $449,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Historic church built in 1928 with functioning use and solid brick construction; Three expansive floors offering space for offices, classrooms, meeting areas, or conversion to other uses; Sanctuary features include soaring ceilings, intricate woodwork, and stained glass
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