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Equipped Auto Repair Shop

13118 GRATIOT Avenue Detroit City, Wayne, MI 48205

For Sale
$415,000

Established automotive service facility with fenced outdoor space, multiple lifts, and separate heating for the shop and lobby.

Property Size4,664 SF
Price / SF$88.98
Days on Market1186

Property Features for 13118 GRATIOT Avenue Detroit City

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 4,664 SF
Property subtype Commercial/Industrial

Site & Location

Fenced Yard Yes
Outdoor Storage Yes

Additional Details

Business Included Yes

Taxes and HOA fees

Annual Taxes $1,576

Amenities

4 oversized 10' roll-up doors
5 hydraulic car lifts
Separate forced-air heating units for shop and lobby

Building Details

Year Built 1938
Listing Agency: Front Page Properties
Listed By: Christopher Davenport · License #6501301870
Source: Exitrealty
Added: Aug 10, 2023 Changed: Nov 6 Last Checked: Sep 11 at 6:41AM

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Investment Insights

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This 4,468-square-foot auto repair facility includes four oversized 10-foot roll-up doors, five hydraulic car lifts, and newer tools and equipment. Separate forced-air heating units serve the shop and lobby. The property also includes a fenced lot configured for parking and storage, supporting continued automotive service operations or another vehicle-related use identified in the listing.

Located at 13118 Gratiot Ave in Detroit, Michigan, the property carries B4 zoning and was built in 1945. The established mechanic shop has operated for over 40 years, and the sale includes the real estate and business equipment. The facility is described as suitable for transmission work, brake service, general auto repair, or a used car dealership.

Key Highlights

  • 4,468‑square‑foot auto repair facility on 13118 Gratiot Ave
  • Four oversized 10‑foot roll‑up doors
  • Five hydraulic car lifts approximately 5–7 years old

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$24,146
Cap Rate
5.82%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$482,920 $482.9K
Cap Rate 7%
$344,943 $344.9K
Cap Rate 9%
$268,289 $268.3K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 4,664 SF
Gross rent
$35.8K $7.68/SF
− Vacancy
−$1.3K −$0.28/SF
EGI
$34.5K $7.40/SF
− OpEx
−$10.3K −$2.22/SF
NOI
$24.1K $5.18/SF
Area
Wayne County, MI
Vacancy
3.70%
Lease Rate
$7.68 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$482,920
Cap Rate 7%
$344,943
Cap Rate 9%
$268,289

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Retail
$631.3K
$552.4K – $736.5K (±1% cap)
NOI $44,192 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 10.65%
Second Best
Industrial
$344.9K
$301.8K – $402.4K (±1% cap)
NOI $24,146 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.82%
Theoretical Best
Specialty Retail
$863.5K
$755.6K – $1.01M (±1% cap)
NOI $60,445 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 14.57%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities. How Realmo checks its estimates

Property Analytics

Current Use

Auto shops

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Law Firm Dental Office HVAC Service Kitchen & Bath Showroom Gym & Fitness Center

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

Turnkey business
Opportunity
Yes
Fenced yard

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

464
Businesses Nearby
70k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Well-served
Demand for This Use

Foot Traffic Nearby

Dining 43% Shops & Services 37% Apparel 20%
McDonald's Dining
17,931 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Family Dollar Shops & Services
10,202 visits/mo 0.4 miles
BP Shops & Services
8,076 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen Dining
7,629 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Dollar General Shops & Services
4,700 visits/mo 0.3 miles

Demographics for 48205, MI

34,056
Population
17,102
Households
2
Avg Household Size
32
Median Age
9%
College-Educated
85%
High-School Grad
6.4 sq mi
ZIP Area
5,321
Density / Sq Mi
$40,612
Median Household Income
$30,833
Median Earnings
$1,149
Median Rent
$55,700
Median Home Value

Market

Average Price Trend$/SF for Auto shops in Wayne County, MI

$208 Jul
$183 Aug
$171 Sep
$152 Oct

Properties on Market for Auto shops in Wayne County

Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Midwest region

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

Similar Off Market Nearby

  • Hamburg Auto Care — 12501 E McNichols Rd, Detroit, MI 48205
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  • Sacar Auto Repair — 12501 E McNichols Rd, Detroit, MI 48205
  • Perrino's Auto Repair Inc — 12452 E McNichols Rd, Detroit, MI 48205
  • Ray's Quick Lube — 12930 E McNichols Rd, Detroit, MI 48205

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Auto shop - Established automotive service facility with fenced outdoor space, multiple lifts, and separate heating for the shop and lobby.
Where is this auto shop located?
The property is located at 13118 GRATIOT Avenue Detroit City Wayne, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $415,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 4,468‑square‑foot auto repair facility on 13118 Gratiot Ave; Four oversized 10‑foot roll‑up doors; Five hydraulic car lifts approximately 5–7 years old
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