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Freestanding Retail Redevelopment Site
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$5,000,000

1603 S Main St, Chelsea, MI 48118

Freestanding building on a 6.38-acre site zoned T-1 (Transition Mixed Use) in the Chelsea area on S Main Street.

Property Size28,962 SF
Lot Size6.38 Acres
Days on Market153

Property Features for 1603 S Main St

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 28,962 SF
Lot size 6.38 Acres
Property subtype Retail
Zoning T-1

Additional Details

Highway Access Yes

Building Details

Building Size 28,962 SF
Year Built 1945
Listing Agency: Keystone Commercial Real Estate
Listed By: Greg Newman · License #6501288543
Source: Keystonecres
Added: May 7 Changed: Sep 8 Last Checked: Oct 5 at 4:34PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This property consists of a freestanding building on a 6.38-acre site with reuse or redevelopment potential. Zoned T-1 (Transition Mixed Use), the site offers flexibility for a range of retail and mixed-use concepts. The property can also support automotive-oriented use as a dealership, with options for developers or owner-users to adapt the existing structure or redevelop the full parcel.

The site is located on S Main Street in Chelsea and is described as centrally located near downtown Chelsea, with convenient access to I-94.

Prospective purchasers should review the T-1 zoning requirements and site plan considerations for intended retail and mixed-use development or reuse of the existing freestanding building.

Key Highlights

  • 6.38‑acre site with reuse or redevelopment potential
  • Zoned T‑1 (Transition Mixed Use) for a variety of retail and mixed‑use uses
  • Freestanding building located on S Main Street in the Chelsea area

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$393,811
Cap Rate
7.88%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$7,876,220 $7.9M
Cap Rate 7%
$5,625,871 $5.6M
Cap Rate 9%
$4,375,678 $4.4M
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 28,962 SF
Gross rent
$608.2K $21.00/SF
− Vacancy
−$45.6K −$1.58/SF
EGI
$562.6K $19.43/SF
− OpEx
−$168.8K −$5.83/SF
NOI
$393.8K $13.60/SF
Area
Washtenaw County, MI
Vacancy
7.50%
Lease Rate
$21.00 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$7,876,220
Cap Rate 7%
$5,625,871
Cap Rate 9%
$4,375,678

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Retail
$5.63M
$4.92M – $6.56M (±1% cap)
NOI $393,811 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.88%
Second Best
—
—
no second resolved use
Theoretical Best
Office A
$8.51M
$7.45M – $9.93M (±1% cap)
NOI $595,690 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 11.91%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

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Current Use

Commercial land

Suggested Use

Top Pick Building Supply Law Firm Big Box & Wholesale Store Auto Parts Store Kitchen & Bath Showroom Electrical Service

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

Yes
Highway access

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

306
Businesses Nearby
123k
Monthly Visits Nearby

Foot Traffic Nearby

Dining 67% Shops & Services 27% Electronics 4% Hotels & Casinos 2%
McDonald's Dining
26,799 visits/mo 0.1 miles
Culver's Dining
26,046 visits/mo 0.0 miles
Shell Shops & Services
25,837 visits/mo 0.1 miles
Starbucks Dining
13,646 visits/mo 0.0 miles
Wendy's Dining
10,650 visits/mo 0.2 miles

Demographics for 48118, MI

13,309
Population
5,864
Households
2.3
Avg Household Size
48
Median Age
51%
College-Educated
98%
High-School Grad
86.2 sq mi
ZIP Area
154
Density / Sq Mi
$87,934
Median Household Income
$55,637
Median Earnings
$1,576
Median Rent
$348,500
Median Home Value
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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Midwest region

8% 2020
7.3% 2021
6.5% 2022
6% 2023
5.7% 2024
6.3% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Commercial land - Freestanding building on a 6.38-acre site zoned T-1 (Transition Mixed Use) in the Chelsea area on S Main Street.
Where is this commercial land located?
The property is located at 1603 S Main St Chelsea, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $5,000,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 6.38‑acre site with reuse or redevelopment potential; Zoned T‑1 (Transition Mixed Use) for a variety of retail and mixed‑use uses; Freestanding building located on S Main Street in the Chelsea area
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