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    411 S James St, Ludington, MI 49431

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    For Sale
    $125,000

    Land suitable for a mixed-use residential/commercial project in downtown Ludington.

    Lot size:
    0.11 Acres
    Added:
    Feb 14, 2025
    Days on Market:
    461
    Last Refresh:
    Jan 20 at 10:36 am

    Property Features for 411 S James St

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Lot size
    0.11 Acres

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    Listing Contact
    Tim Gibson
    Tim Gibson

    Listing agent Tim Gibson License #6501351796

    Listing office LIGHTHOUSE REALTY-Ludington

    Listing date Feb 14, 2025

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    HighLights

    • Prime downtown Ludington location ideal for a combined residential/commercial project.
    • Funds available through EGLE and the State of Michigan for demolition, removal, and soil remediation.
    • Opportunity to redevelop a prime location with support from the City of Ludington, EGLE, and EPA.
    • Potential for mixed‑use development.
    • State funding available upon presentation of a development plan.
    • Brownfield funding information available.

    Overview

    This property presents a prime opportunity for developing a combined residential and commercial project in downtown Ludington. While the existing building is not salvageable, the land is potentially ideal for a mixed-use project. Funds are available through EGLE (formerly DEQ) and the State of Michigan for the demolition and removal of the building, as well as remediation of the soil. Buyers would be responsible for paying upfront for a BEA (baseline environmental assessment) and the presentation of a development plan to qualify for state funding. The City of Ludington, EGLE, and EPA are all highly motivated to work with qualified candidates to redevelop this location in downtown Ludington.
    Property Profile Insight Report Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Commercial land

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Law Firm Restaurant Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Gym & Fitness Center Daycare Center

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

    Location Insight

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    City
    Ludington
    County
    Mason
    State
    Michigan
    Longitude
    -86.4474
    Latitude
    43.9521

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Commercial land - Land suitable for a mixed-use residential/commercial project in downtown Ludington.
    Where is this commercial land located?
    The property is located at 411 S James St Ludington, MI.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $125,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Prime downtown Ludington location ideal for a combined residential/commercial project.; Funds available through EGLE and the State of Michigan for demolition, removal, and soil remediation.; Opportunity to redevelop a prime location with support from the City of Ludington, EGLE, and EPA.
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    Tim Gibson
    Tim Gibson
    Real Estate License ID: 6501351796
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    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.

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    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

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    Comparable approach

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

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    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.

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

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