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Two-Story Downtown Retail Space
For Sale
$299,000

56 E Michigan Avenue, Battle Creek, MI 49017

Commercial Sale, Battle Creek, MI

Property Size10,148 SF
Lot Size0.12 Acres
Price / SF$29.46
Days on Market216

Property Features for 56 E Michigan Avenue

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Retail
Zoning description T5
Bathrooms 2
Full bathrooms 2
Rooms Bathroom 2, Bathroom 1
Interior features Broadband
Elementary school district Battle Creek
Middle school district Battle Creek
High school district Battle Creek
Subdivision Battle Creek - B
Standard status Active
APN 52-0258-00-041-0
Size 10,148 SF
Lot size 0.12 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year 2025
Tax Description BC CITY RB8 PART OF LOT 17: COMM NLY MOST COR OF LOT 17- SELY ALG SLY LI OF MICHIGAN AVE DIST OF 1.5 FT TO TRUE POB-C
Tax Annual Amount 6886
Legal Description BC CITY RB8 PART OF LOT 17: COMM NLY MOST COR OF LOT 17- SELY ALG SLY LI OF MICHIGAN AVE DIST OF 1.5 FT TO TRUE POB-C

Utilities

Utilities Cable Available
Heating system Forced Air
Cooling system Central Air

Building Details

Year built 1958
Number of units 1
Building materials Block, Concrete, Stucco
Roof type Rubber
Listing Agency: Chuck Jaqua, REALTOR
Listed By: Mike Sandstrom · License #6501417340
Added: Jan 27 Changed: Aug 19 Last Checked: Aug 31 at 5:06AM
MLS# 26003098

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This two-story retail property contains 10,148 square feet and is positioned for several commercial configurations, including retail, restaurant, office, and meeting space. The building features extensive windows on both levels, 42.5 feet of frontage along Michigan Avenue, block, concrete, and stucco construction, forced-air heating, central air, and a rubber roof. Cable service is available, and the interior includes two bathrooms.

The property is located at 56 E Michigan Avenue in Battle Creek, within walking distance of City Hall, the Justice Complex, Kellogg Research Center, and Kellogg Foundation. Rear parking provides 35 spaces, while access to M-66/I194 and Capital Ave SW supports regional connectivity. The site encompasses 0.12 acres, and the building was constructed in 1958.

Key Highlights

  • 10,148‑square‑foot, two‑story retail building
  • 42.5 feet of street frontage on Michigan Avenue
  • 35 rear parking spaces

Property Analytics

Current Use

Marks Music Studio Vocational School LaborMax Staffing - Battle ... Employment Agency

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Dental Office HVAC Service Spa & Massage Center Kitchen & Bath Showroom Auto Parts Store

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
Yes
Paved road access

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

896
Businesses Nearby
13k
Monthly Visits Nearby

Foot Traffic Nearby

Shops & Services 64% Dining 36%
BP Shops & Services
7,360 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Jimmy John's Dining
3,003 visits/mo 0.1 miles
Schlotzsky's Dining
1,584 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Muffler Man Shops & Services
852 visits/mo 0.3 miles

Demographics for 49017, MI

21,377
Population
9,701
Households
2.2
Avg Household Size
42
Median Age
20%
College-Educated
92%
High-School Grad
56.8 sq mi
ZIP Area
376
Density / Sq Mi
$58,500
Median Household Income
$40,386
Median Earnings
$946
Median Rent
$134,800
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?
Retail space - Flexible commercial building with street-facing windows, rear parking, and potential for retail, office, restaurant, or meeting use.
Where is this retail space located?
The property is located at 56 E Michigan Avenue Battle Creek, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $299,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 10,148‑square‑foot, two‑story retail building; 42.5 feet of street frontage on Michigan Avenue; 35 rear parking spaces
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