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Automotive Property with Fenced Lot
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$125,000

13940 Gratiot Ave, Detroit, MI 48205

Flexible automotive facility with secured outdoor space, separate customer access, and rear service entry.

Property Size2,057 SF
Price / SF$60.77
Days on Market48

Property Features for 13940 Gratiot Ave

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 2,057 SF
Property subtype Retail
Zoning B4

Site & Location

Neighborhood Mapleridge
Road Access Yes
Fenced Yard Yes
Outdoor Storage Yes
Utilities to Site Yes

Amenities

Secure wrought-iron fenced lot
Rear vehicle/service access
Separate customer entrance
Customer reception/entry area
Dedicated office
Half bathroom
Storage shed
Flexible white-box interior
Electricity
Heating system
Tankless hot water heater

Building Details

Building Size 2,057 SF
Year Built 1946
Buildings 1
Stories 1
Listing Agency: Max Broock Realtors - West Bloomfield
Listed By: Patrice Henderson · License #6501397234
Source: Cpix.resimplifi
Added: Sep 15 Changed: Oct 31 Last Checked: Oct 30 at 10:49AM

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Investment Insights

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This 2,057-square-foot automotive property, built in 1946, combines an open interior with practical customer and service areas. The building includes a customer entry zone, private office, half bath, and rear access for vehicles or service activity. Electrical service, heating, and a tankless hot water heater are in place. A wrought-iron enclosure secures the outdoor lot, while a separate shed provides additional storage.

The property occupies a corner position on Gratiot Avenue in Detroit, with street exposure and proximity to an active car wash. Its B4 zoning and existing automotive layout support continued evaluation for automotive-related use, subject to verification of permitted uses and site information. The property is offered as-is.

Key Highlights

  • 2,057 SF automotive property built in 1946
  • B4 zoning with automotive‑oriented layout
  • Wrought‑iron fenced lot plus storage shed

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$10,005
Cap Rate
8.00%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$200,100 $200.1K
Cap Rate 7%
$142,929 $142.9K
Cap Rate 9%
$111,167 $111.2K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 2,057 SF
Gross rent
$15.1K $7.32/SF
− Vacancy
−$765 −$0.37/SF
EGI
$14.3K $6.95/SF
− OpEx
−$4.3K −$2.08/SF
NOI
$10.0K $4.86/SF
Area
Detroit, MI
Vacancy
5.08%
Lease Rate
$7.32 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$200,100
Cap Rate 7%
$142,929
Cap Rate 9%
$111,167

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Retail
$361.9K
$316.7K – $422.3K (±1% cap)
NOI $25,336 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 20.27%
Second Best
Industrial
$142.9K
$125.1K – $166.8K (±1% cap)
NOI $10,005 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 8.00%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$453.8K
$397.1K – $529.4K (±1% cap)
NOI $31,765 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 25.41%
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Current Use

Auto shops

Suggested Use

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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
Fenced yard
Yes
Paved road access
Yes
Utilities to site

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

453
Businesses Nearby
74k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use

Foot Traffic Nearby

Dining 46% Shops & Services 35% Apparel 19%
McDonald's Dining
17,931 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Family Dollar Shops & Services
10,202 visits/mo 0.5 miles
BP Shops & Services
8,076 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen Dining
7,629 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Dollar General Shops & Services
4,700 visits/mo 0.5 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
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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Detroit, MI

7.5% 2019
9.2% 2020
8.5% 2021
7.3% 2022
7.9% 2023
7% 2024
7% 2025

Similar Off Market Nearby

  • ATM — 13003 Gratiot Ave, Detroit, MI 48205

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Automotive property - Flexible automotive facility with secured outdoor space, separate customer access, and rear service entry.
Where is this automotive property located?
The property is located at 13940 Gratiot Ave Detroit, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $125,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 2,057 SF automotive property built in 1946; B4 zoning with automotive‑oriented layout; Wrought‑iron fenced lot plus storage shed
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