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Mixed-Use Building with Storefront
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$975,000

102 W Colby St, Whitehall, MI 49461

Commercial occupancy is on the main floor, with residential space on the two upper levels.

Property Size9,600 SF
Price / SF$101.56
Days on Market8

Property Features for 102 W Colby St

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 9,600 SF
Property subtype Commercial
Zoning B2

Additional Details

Mixed-Use Components retail, residential

Taxes and HOA fees

Annual Taxes $7,033

Amenities

sauna
catwalk
fire-safe room
ADA entrance
ADA bathroom

Building Details

Year Built 1922
Buildings 1
Stories 3
Units 2
Listing Agency: Real Estate West
Listed By: Thomas A Serio · License #6502431119
Source: Elliman
Added: Oct 30 Changed: Oct 31 Last Checked: Nov 4 at 11:40AM

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Investment Insights

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This three-level mixed-use property combines a street-facing commercial suite with residential space above. The upper-floor loft includes a two-story great room with a kitchen, separate dry bar, music area, sauna, catwalk, bedroom, and full bath. A separate section has two bedroom spaces and another full bath, and the loft is heat-zoned independently. The main-floor suite has an ADA entrance from the rear public parking lot, an ADA bathroom, and an office layout currently configured as an escape room. Utilities for the commercial suite are separate from the loft. A full basement includes a fire-safe room and storage space.

The building is in downtown Whitehall, with the storefront on Colby Street and proximity to shops, breweries, restaurants, and offices. The upper-level great room has views of the water. The property is zoned B2 and residential, and the building dates to 1922; renovations retained original architectural elements while adding modern features.

Key Highlights

  • Commercial storefront on Colby Street with rear ADA entrance and ADA bathroom
  • Residential loft features a two‑story great room with water views
  • Separate utilities serve the commercial suite and upper‑floor loft

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$82,921
Cap Rate
8.50%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$1,658,420 $1.7M
Cap Rate 7%
$1,184,586 $1.2M
Cap Rate 9%
$921,344 $921.3K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 9,600 SF
Gross rent
$140.5K $14.64/SF
− Vacancy
−$7.9K −$0.82/SF
EGI
$132.7K $13.82/SF
− OpEx
−$49.8K −$5.18/SF
NOI
$82.9K $8.64/SF
Area
Muskegon County, MI
Vacancy
5.60%
Lease Rate
$14.64 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
37.50%
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Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$1,658,420
Cap Rate 7%
$1,184,586
Cap Rate 9%
$921,344

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Retail
$1.77M
$1.55M – $2.07M (±1% cap)
NOI $124,099 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 12.73%
Second Best
Mixed Use
$1.18M
$1.04M – $1.38M (±1% cap)
NOI $82,921 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 8.50%
Theoretical Best
Hotel Hospitality
$90.15M
$78.88M – $105.18M (±1% cap)
NOI $6,310,774 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 647.26%
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Current Use

Storefront properties

Suggested Use

Top Pick Auto Parts Store Pharmacy Parking Lot & Garage Grocery & Convenience Store Bakery Plumbing Service

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

405
Businesses Nearby
17k
Monthly Visits Nearby

Foot Traffic Nearby

Shops & Services 76% Dining 24%
Wesco Shops & Services
8,826 visits/mo 0.2 miles
SUBWAY Dining
4,105 visits/mo 0.1 miles
PNC Bank Shops & Services
3,380 visits/mo 0.1 miles
Napa Auto Parts Shops & Services
922 visits/mo 0.1 miles

Demographics for 49461, MI

9,295
Population
4,220
Households
2.2
Avg Household Size
47
Median Age
30%
College-Educated
97%
High-School Grad
43.2 sq mi
ZIP Area
215
Density / Sq Mi
$80,495
Median Household Income
$42,249
Median Earnings
$874
Median Rent
$245,600
Median Home Value
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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Midwest region

8% 2020
7.3% 2021
6.5% 2022
6% 2023
5.7% 2024
6.3% 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Mixed-use property - Commercial occupancy is on the main floor, with residential space on the two upper levels.
Where is this mixed-use property located?
The property is located at 102 W Colby St Whitehall, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $975,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Commercial storefront on Colby Street with rear ADA entrance and ADA bathroom; Residential loft features a two‑story great room with water views; Separate utilities serve the commercial suite and upper‑floor loft
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