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Corktown Storefront on Michigan Avenue

1438 Michigan Ave, Detroit, MI 48216

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$3,000/Mo $32 SF/Yr (calc)

Prime retail space in Detroit's historic Corktown neighborhood.

Type:Commercial

Property size:

1,100 SF

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Prime location on highly visible Michigan Avenue in Corktown.
Versatile 1,100 sq ft space suitable for various business types.
High foot traffic and strong neighborhood loyalty.
Proximity to the revitalized Michigan Central Station, driving investment.
Future increase in commuter traffic due to the Gordie Howe International Bridge.
Excellent walk score (94) and bike score (94) indicating a highly accessible location.

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For Lease

$3,000/Mo $32 SF/Yr (calc)

Prime retail space in Detroit's historic Corktown neighborhood.

Type:Commercial

Property size:

1,100 SF

Added:: Apr 24, 2026
Days on Market:: 49
Last Refresh:: Apr 24 at 3:37 pm

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General Information

Standard status: Active
Size: 1,100 SF
Property subtype: Commercial

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Listing date Apr 24, 2026

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HighLights

Prime location on highly visible Michigan Avenue in Corktown.
Versatile 1,100 sq ft space suitable for various business types.
High foot traffic and strong neighborhood loyalty.
Proximity to the revitalized Michigan Central Station, driving investment.
Future increase in commuter traffic due to the Gordie Howe International Bridge.
Excellent walk score (94) and bike score (94) indicating a highly accessible location.

Overview

Located in the heart of Detroit's historic Corktown, this storefront property offers nearly 1,100 square feet of versatile space on highly visible Michigan Avenue. The location is suitable for retail, boutique, cafe, coffee concept, specialty food, service-based businesses, creative studios, or office use. The property is surrounded by established restaurants and thriving small businesses, benefiting from consistent foot traffic and neighborhood loyalty. The area is experiencing significant commercial and residential investment, with the revitalized Michigan Central Station nearby. The upcoming Gordie Howe International Bridge is expected to increase commuter flow between Detroit and Canada, bringing additional daily traffic through the Michigan Avenue corridor. The location has a bike score of 94, indicating it is a biker's paradise, a walk score of 94, indicating it is a walker's paradise, and a transit score of 63, indicating good transit options.

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City: Detroit
County: Wayne
State: Michigan
Longitude: -83.0665613
Latitude: 42.331769

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MI
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48216
1438 Michigan Ave

What type of property is this?

Storefront property - Prime retail space in Detroit's historic Corktown neighborhood.

Where is this storefront property located?

The property is located at 1438 Michigan Ave Detroit, MI.

What is the lease rate?

The lease rate is $3,000 /Mo.

What are key features of this property?

This property features: Prime location on highly visible Michigan Avenue in Corktown.; Versatile 1,100 sq ft space suitable for various business types.; High foot traffic and strong neighborhood loyalty.