Building Details

Year built 1900

Building materials Brick

Listing Agency: NAI Wisinski of West Michigan Show Phone

Listed By: Josh Jacobs Show Phone

Added: Jun 26 Changed: Aug 4 Last Checked: Aug 9 at 5:06PM

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MLS# 26032218

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This 1,382-square-foot storefront property occupies a 0.18-acre site in downtown Watervliet. Built in 1900, the building features brick construction, forced-air heating, a fireplace, and cable availability. The space is identified for restaurant, brew pub, retail, or office use, providing a flexible commercial footprint within the downtown setting.

The property is located at 131 Main Street, near locally owned shops, cafes, breweries, and family-operated restaurants. Free public parking is located next door. Watervliet sits in Berrien County within Southwest Michigan’s fruit-growing region, with Lake Michigan, vineyards, farmland, and freshwater lakes nearby.

Key Highlights

• 1,382‑square‑foot storefront property on a 0.18‑acre site
• Located at 131 Main Street in downtown Watervliet
• Brick building constructed in 1900

Property Analytics

Property Profile

Current Use

Big Budz CBD Department Store

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Law Firm Spa & Massage Center Parking Lot & Garage HVAC Service Auto Repair Shop

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

Paved road access

NNN (Triple Net)

Lease Type

$1.35 /SF/Yr

CAM

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

177

Businesses Nearby

68k

Monthly Visits Nearby

Balanced

Demand for This Use

Explore this area Business Placement

Foot Traffic Nearby

Shops & Services 62% Dining 34% Home Improvements & Furnishings 4%

Casey's Shops & Services

25,670 visits/mo 0.5 miles

Wendy's Dining

12,683 visits/mo 0.4 miles

Taco Bell Dining

10,657 visits/mo 0.5 miles

Dollar Tree Shops & Services

8,769 visits/mo 0.2 miles

Marathon Petroleum Shops & Services

4,035 visits/mo 0.0 miles

Demographics for 49098, MI

5,739

Population

3,032

Households

1.9

Avg Household Size

44

Median Age

21%

College-Educated

88%

High-School Grad

32.6 sq mi

ZIP Area

176

Density / Sq Mi

$56,899

Median Household Income

$30,278

Median Earnings

$1,253

Median Rent

$150,500

Median Home Value

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?

Storefront property - Brick construction, forced-air heat, and free public parking are available next door.

Where is this storefront property located?

The property is located at 131 Main Street Watervliet, MI.

What is the lease rate?

The lease rate is $9 SF/Yr.

What are key features of this property?

This property features: 1,382‑square‑foot storefront property on a 0.18‑acre site; Located at 131 Main Street in downtown Watervliet; Brick building constructed in 1900