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Freestanding Drive-Through Restaurant
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$875,000

3170 Elizabeth Lake Rd, Waterford, MI 48328

C-3-zoned site with established vehicle access, restaurant improvements, and prominent roadside signage.

Property Size2,845 SF
Lot Size0.90 Acres
Price / SF$307.56
Days on Market60

Property Features for 3170 Elizabeth Lake Rd

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 2,845 SF
Lot size 0.90 Acres
Property subtype Retail - Freestanding
Zoning C-3
Occupancy 100%

Site & Location

Drive-Thru Yes
Road Access Yes

Building Details

Building Size 2,845 SF
Year Built 1982
Buildings 1
Units 1
Abandoned No
Listing Agency: Encore Real Estate Investment Services
Listed By: Deno Bistolarides · License #6502378067
Source: Commercialcafe
Added: Aug 8 Changed: Sep 29 Last Checked: Oct 5 at 3:07PM

Displayed information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. All listing content including descriptions, pricing, images are the copyrighted material of Encore Real Estate Investment Services

Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This freestanding restaurant property includes a 2,845-square-foot building on 0.90 acres. The improvements feature a drive-through arrangement, restaurant-oriented interior layout, existing signage, and established ingress and egress. The site is currently occupied through 12/31/2027, providing an existing lease term for the next owner.

The property is located at 3170 Elizabeth Lake Rd in Waterford, near the signalized Elizabeth Lake Road and Cass Lake Road intersection. Surrounding commercial users include McDonald’s, Burger King, O’Reilly Auto Parts, AutoZone, and Chase. More than 70,000 residents are identified within a 3-mile radius, and the site carries C-3 zoning.

Key Highlights

  • 2,845 SF freestanding restaurant building
  • 0.90‑acre site at 3170 Elizabeth Lake Rd, Waterford, MI
  • Existing drive‑through configuration and restaurant layout

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$42,955
Cap Rate
4.91%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$859,100 $859.1K
Cap Rate 7%
$613,643 $613.6K
Cap Rate 9%
$477,278 $477.3K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 2,845 SF
Gross rent
$61.5K $21.60/SF
− Vacancy
−$4.2K −$1.47/SF
EGI
$57.3K $20.13/SF
− OpEx
−$14.3K −$5.03/SF
NOI
$43.0K $15.10/SF
Area
Oakland County, MI
Vacancy
6.80%
Lease Rate
$21.60 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
25.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$859,100
Cap Rate 7%
$613,643
Cap Rate 9%
$477,278

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Specialty Retail
$613.6K
$536.9K – $715.9K (±1% cap)
NOI $42,955 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.91%
Second Best
—
—
no second resolved use
Theoretical Best
—
—
same as Best Use
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

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Current Use

Drive through restaurants

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Building Supply Law Firm HVAC Service Cafe & Coffee Shop Daycare 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

100%
Occupancy
Yes
Paved road access

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

349
Businesses Nearby
119k
Monthly Visits Nearby

Foot Traffic Nearby

Dining 55% Shops & Services 45% Electronics 1%
McDonald's Dining
28,230 visits/mo 0.1 miles
Speedway Shops & Services
23,344 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Dollar Tree Shops & Services
13,739 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Burger King Dining
13,097 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Tim Hortons Dining
11,321 visits/mo 0.3 miles

Demographics for 48328, MI

24,178
Population
11,938
Households
2
Avg Household Size
43
Median Age
27%
College-Educated
93%
High-School Grad
8.9 sq mi
ZIP Area
2,717
Density / Sq Mi
$69,788
Median Household Income
$42,084
Median Earnings
$1,041
Median Rent
$210,800
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?
Drive through restaurant - C-3-zoned site with established vehicle access, restaurant improvements, and prominent roadside signage.
Where is this drive through restaurant located?
The property is located at 3170 Elizabeth Lake Rd Waterford, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $875,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 2,845 SF freestanding restaurant building; 0.90‑acre site at 3170 Elizabeth Lake Rd, Waterford, MI; Existing drive‑through configuration and restaurant layout
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