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    8411 E Forest Ave Detroit, MI 48214

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    For Sale
    $895,000

    30,000 SF Detroit schoolhouse on 1-acre lot for sale.

    Lot size:
    0.99 Acres

    Property Features for 8411 E Forest Ave

    General Information

    Property type
    Commercial
    Standard status
    Active
    Lot size
    0.99 Acres

    Building Details

    Year built
    1912

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    Listing Contact
    Vadim Oss
    Source: Elliman

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    Overview

    Historic Detroit Schoolhouse Opportunity

    The Hillger School, constructed in 1912, offers approximately 30,000 square feet of space across three floors. Situated on a 1-acre lot in Detroit’s Pingree Park, this property presents various redevelopment opportunities. Potential uses include residential spaces, a creative hub, or a community center. On-site parking is available. The property is located near a rejuvenated 18-acre park and is a short distance from Belle Isle State Park. Marrow restaurant and Red Hook cafe are located in the nearby West Village. The Detroit Riverwalk is approximately 3 miles away, and Downtown Detroit is approximately 4 miles away. Midtown is approximately 3 miles away. The property is located near the Historic Indian Village and Little Village, an artistic hub. The area is experiencing revitalization, with improvements to housing stock. Cøllect beer bar, Two Birds bar, and Father Forgive Me are nearby, offering outdoor seating. Additional amenities are anticipated to open in Little Village in the next couple of years. The property is located in Detroit, a city known for its history and arts scene.
    Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Hillger School High School

    Suggested Use

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

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

    Location Insight

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    City
    Detroit
    County
    Wayne
    State
    Michigan
    Longitude
    -83.006858
    Latitude
    42.377123

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    School - 30,000 SF Detroit schoolhouse on 1-acre lot for sale.
    Where is this school located?
    The property is located at 8411 E Forest Ave Detroit, MI.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $895,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: - 30,000 sq ft historic building on a 1-acre lot with redevelopment potential; - Located in Detroit's Pingree Park, near Belle Isle, West Village, and the Detroit Riverwalk; - Generous on-site parking available
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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.

    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

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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

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    • 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

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