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    3044 W Houghton Lake Dr, Houghton Lake, MI 48629

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    $425,000

    Commercial property on M-55 in Houghton Lake, Michigan.

    Type:Commercial
    Added:
    Apr 26, 2026
    Days on Market:
    35
    Last Refresh:
    Apr 26 at 12:39 pm

    Property Features for 3044 W Houghton Lake Dr

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Property subtype
    Commercial

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1990

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    Listing Contact
    Susan M Weis

    Listing agent Susan M Weis License #6501354167

    Listing office eXp Realty

    Listing date Apr 26, 2026

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    HighLights

    • High visibility and exposure on M‑55, a highly traveled four‑lane corridor.
    • Turnkey oil change facility, ready to reopen with minimal effort.
    • Strategic location near Houghton Lake, benefiting from local and seasonal tourism traffic.
    • Surrounded by established commercial uses.
    • Proven location for an automotive service business.
    • Building built in 1990.

    Overview

    This commercial property is located on M-55 in Houghton Lake. The property offers visibility and exposure along a highly traveled four-lane corridor. It is surrounded by established commercial uses. The property is an ideal location for an automotive service business. Formerly operated as an oil change facility, the building is positioned to reopen with minimal effort and provides a turnkey opportunity for an owner-operator. Its location near the waters of Houghton Lake captures both strong local traffic and seasonal tourism, further enhancing business potential. The property is located in a proven location and ready to serve a steady flow of customers. The bike score is 34, indicating it is somewhat bikeable. The walk score is 32, indicating car-dependent.
    Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Auto shops

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Restaurant Hotel & Motel Department Store Cafe & Coffee Shop Storage Facility Travel Agency Pet Grooming Service

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

    Similar Places Nearby

    • Phil's Towing — 3356 W Houghton Lake Dr, Houghton Lake, MI 48629
    • Lake Transmission and Towing — 3232 W Houghton Lake Dr, Houghton Lake, MI 48629
    • Holbrook's Lake Shore Automotive — 3260 W Houghton Lake Dr, Houghton Lake, MI 48629
    • Honda Service — houghton lake, mi 48629

    Location Insight

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    City
    Houghton Lake
    County
    Roscommon
    State
    Michigan
    Longitude
    -84.654595
    Latitude
    44.337082

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Auto shop - Commercial property on M-55 in Houghton Lake, Michigan.
    Where is this auto shop located?
    The property is located at 3044 W Houghton Lake Dr Houghton Lake, MI.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $425,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: High visibility and exposure on M‑55, a highly traveled four‑lane corridor.; Turnkey oil change facility, ready to reopen with minimal effort.; Strategic location near Houghton Lake, benefiting from local and seasonal tourism traffic.
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    Susan M Weis
    Real Estate License ID: 6501354167
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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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    • 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
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    • 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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