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    556 Lafayette Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503

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    For Sale
    $450,000

    Multifamily property in Heritage Hill, close to downtown.

    Type:Investment
    Added:
    Apr 24, 2026
    Days on Market:
    29
    Last Refresh:
    Apr 24 at 4:30 pm

    Property Features for 556 Lafayette Ave SE

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Property subtype
    Investment

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1890

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    Listing Contact
    Matthew Luce

    Listing agent Matthew Luce

    Listing office Real5 LLC

    Listing date Apr 24, 2026

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    HighLights

    • Income‑generating potential with a separate, currently rented 3‑bedroom unit ($1,750/month).
    • Flexible usage: live in one unit and rent the other, operate as a full income property, or convert to a single‑family home.
    • Prime Heritage Hill location, close to downtown, parks, and local amenities (Walk Score: 82).
    • Updated main level with a comfortable living room, formal dining area, updated kitchen and bathroom.
    • Off‑street parking with multiple spaces and separate laundry for each unit.
    • Charming features including a fenced front yard and wraparound porch.

    Overview

    This property offers flexibility as a residence with rental income potential or conversion to a single-family home. The main level features natural light and original charm, a living room, a formal dining area, an updated kitchen, a bathroom, and bedrooms. The upstairs unit includes three bedrooms, a kitchen, a dining area, and a living room, currently rented for $1,750 per month to long-term tenants. Each unit has its own laundry. Off-street parking with multiple spaces is available. The property is located in Heritage Hill, close to downtown and parks. The fenced front yard and wraparound porch enhance the property. The bike score is 60, making it bikeable, the walk score is 82, making it very walkable, and the transit score is 43, indicating some transit options.
    Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Duplexes

    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
    Grand Rapids
    County
    Kent
    State
    Michigan
    Longitude
    -85.6614197
    Latitude
    42.9523306

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Duplex - Multifamily property in Heritage Hill, close to downtown.
    Where is this duplex located?
    The property is located at 556 Lafayette Ave SE Grand Rapids, MI.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $450,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Income‑generating potential with a separate, currently rented 3‑bedroom unit ($1,750/month).; Flexible usage: live in one unit and rent the other, operate as a full income property, or convert to a single‑family home.; Prime Heritage Hill location, close to downtown, parks, and local amenities (Walk Score: 82).
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    Disclaimer

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    Realmo calculates the Capitalization Rate (Cap Rate) to help estimate a property's potential return on investment. The Cap Rate is a fundamental metric in commercial real estate that measures the relationship between a property's net operating income and its market value.

    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

    Professional Guidance Recommended: Before making any investment or financial decisions, consult with licensed appraisers, commercial real estate brokers, and financial advisors who can evaluate your specific property and circumstances.
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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.

    Geo

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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
    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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