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    527 E Liberty, Ann Arbor, MI 48104

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    Office and retail suites in downtown Ann Arbor's historic building.

    Type:Office
    Property size:
    1,718 SF
    Added:
    Feb 25, 2026
    Days on Market:
    102
    Last Refresh:
    Feb 25 at 8:37 pm

    Property Features for 527 E Liberty

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    1,718 SF
    Property subtype
    Office

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    Listing Contact
    Randy Maas
    Randy Maas

    Listing agent Randy Maas License #MI #6506046436

    Listing office Swisher Commercial

    Listing date Feb 25, 2026

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    HighLights

    • Prestigious downtown Ann Arbor address in the historic Michigan Theater building.
    • High foot traffic location ideal for attracting customers.
    • Walking distance to the University of Michigan campus, perfect for accessing talent and clients.
    • Surrounded by a lively community with diverse culture, dining, and shopping options.
    • Ideal for small businesses or tech companies.
    • Convenient access to municipal street structure and lot parking.

    Overview

    Located in the historic Michigan Theater building, these office and retail suites offer a setting for businesses seeking a downtown Ann Arbor address. The building is surrounded by a community with culture, dining, and shopping, all within walking distance. The University of Michigan campus is also a short walk away. Second floor and lower level office and retail suites are available, making them ideal for a small business or tech company. The property benefits from foot traffic, municipal street structure and lot parking, and proximity to restaurants, shops, municipal buildings, and the University of Michigan campus. The property size is 1718 square feet.
    Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Jeffrey Michael Powers ... Hair Salon Academy of Russian Classical ... Theater & Performing Art Venue Ann Arbor State ... Theater & Performing Art Venue M1 Lash Beauty ... Hair Salon Red Lotus Restaurant

    Suggested Use

    Restaurant Law Firm Real Estate Agency Spa & Massage Center Hair Salon Dental Office Nail Salon Food Market Grocery & Convenience Store Daycare Center

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

    Location Insight

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    City
    Ann Arbor
    County
    Washtenaw
    State
    Michigan
    Longitude
    -83.742909
    Latitude
    42.279462

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Office units - Office and retail suites in downtown Ann Arbor's historic building.
    Where is this office units located?
    The property is located at 527 E Liberty Ann Arbor, MI.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Prestigious downtown Ann Arbor address in the historic Michigan Theater building.; High foot traffic location ideal for attracting customers.; Walking distance to the University of Michigan campus, perfect for accessing talent and clients.
    (734) 222-7525
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    Listing Contact
    Randy Maas
    Randy Maas
    Real Estate License ID: MI #6506046436
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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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    Comparable approach

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

    Relative

    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.

    Geo

    Comparable Sales Method, enhanced by Geo coefficients — location-based adjustment factors that reflect differences in price levels across neighborhoods, cities, or regions ensuring a more accurate, market-sensitive valuation.

    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
    Alternative use

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

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