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Storefront Property with Walkout Basement
For Sale
$70,000

1171 S Black River Road, Onaway, MI 49765

COMMERCIAL - Onaway, MI

Property Size3,900 SF
Price / SF$17.95
Days on Market9

Property Features for 1171 S Black River Road

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Zoning Lake and Stream
Subdivision T35N, R1E
Directions M-68 to Black River Rd North to Stop sign at N. Allis, turn left and continue to building on the right. Located across from Lorenzo's
Standard status Active
APN 182-010-200-013-04 & 182-010-200-013-05
Size 3,900 SF

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Description PT OF GOVT LOT 2, SEC 10, T35N,R1E DESC AS: COM N1/4 COR OF SD SEC 10; TH S 00D 43M 30S W 520.71FT; TH S 86D 39M 2S E 186.79FT TO ELY ROW OF BLACK RIVER RD; TH CONT S 86D 39M 26S E 127.23FT; TH S 37D 28M 47S E 232.98FT TO POB; TH CONT S 37D 28M 47S...
Legal Description PT OF GOVT LOT 2, SEC 10, T35N,R1E DESC AS: COM N1/4 COR OF SD SEC 10; TH S 00D 43M 30S W 520.71FT; TH S 86D 39M 2S E 186.79FT TO ELY ROW OF BLACK RIVER RD; TH CONT S 86D 39M 26S E 127.23FT; TH S 37D 28M 47S E 232.98FT TO POB; TH CONT S 37D 28M 47S...

Utilities

Sewer type Septic Tank
Water source Well

Building Details

Building materials Block
Listing Agency: State Wide Real Estate Rogers City
Listed By: Trisha Taylor
Added: Aug 13 Last Checked: Aug 21 at 2:06PM
MLS# 201842158

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

The 3,900-square-foot block storefront property has been stripped to the studs, allowing a new owner to complete the interior according to a future plan. A walkout basement was previously configured as living space, and a separate additional building is included. The property also comes with an extra lot that may provide room for parking, yard space, a garden, or other outdoor use.

Located at 1171 S Black River Road in Onaway, the property sits above Black Lake and near lake access. State-owned land comprising hundreds of acres is located across the road. The site is served by a private well and septic tank and is designated Lake and Stream zoning.

Key Highlights

  • 3,900 SF block storefront property
  • Interior taken to the studs for new buildout
  • Walkout basement previously used as full living space

Property Analytics

Current Use

The Squirrel House Resale ... Department Store

Suggested Use

Top Pick Restaurant Department 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.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

2
Businesses Nearby
Well-served
Demand for This Use

Demographics for 49765, MI

3,898
Population
2,787
Households
1.4
Avg Household Size
50
Median Age
15%
College-Educated
89%
High-School Grad
238.1 sq mi
ZIP Area
16
Density / Sq Mi
$53,125
Median Household Income
$33,107
Median Earnings
$753
Median Rent
$114,300
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Midwest region

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

What type of property is this?
Storefront property - Block commercial building with a walkout basement, secondary structure, and an additional lot near Black Lake access.
Where is this storefront property located?
The property is located at 1171 S Black River Road Onaway, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $70,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 3,900 SF block storefront property; Interior taken to the studs for new buildout; Walkout basement previously used as full living space
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