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Disrepair School Building and Land
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$100,000

1442 E Broadway Avenue, Norton Shores, MI 49444

COMMERCIAL - Norton Shores, MI

Property Size42,202 SF
Lot Size5.24 Acres
Price / SF$2.37
Days on Market645

Property Features for 1442 E Broadway Avenue

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Office
Zoning description SUD
Bathrooms 4
Full bathrooms 4
Rooms Bathroom 1, Bathroom 4, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3
Elementary school district Muskegon
Middle school district Muskegon
High school district Muskegon
Directions US31 to Sherman, W on Sherman, N on Worden, E on Broadway to site.
Subdivision Muskegon County - M
Standard status Active
APN 27-104-200-0001-00
Size 42,202 SF
Lot size 5.24 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year 2023
Tax Description PROPERTY EXEMPT FROM AD VALOREM TAXES AND ASSESSED ON THE SPECIAL ACT ROLL PURSUANT TO PA 261 OF 2003 EXPIRING 12/30/20
Tax Annual Amount 2173
Legal Description PROPERTY EXEMPT FROM AD VALOREM TAXES AND ASSESSED ON THE SPECIAL ACT ROLL PURSUANT TO PA 261 OF 2003 EXPIRING 12/30/20

Utilities

Utilities Natural Gas Available
Heating system Forced Air

Building Details

Year built 1945
Floors in Building 1
Number of units 1
Listing Agency: Core Realty Partners LLC
Listed By: Bryan D Bench · License #6501293444
Added: Nov 5, 2024 Changed: Aug 4 Last Checked: Aug 12 at 12:06PM
MLS# 24057933

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

The property is the former Phillips School site in Norton Shores, Michigan. It consists of 5+ acres improved with a 42,000 SF school building. The building has not been occupied since at least 2010 and is currently in a state of disrepair.

The property is located within the city of Norton Shores and is currently zoned SUD (Special Use District). The listing notes that value is primarily in the land, which could be redeveloped for a variety of uses, including potential residential development with municipal approval.

Redevelopment may also be supported by the availability of brownfield incentives for site clearing and/or demolition activities tied to redevelopment of the parcel.

Key Highlights

  • 5+ acres improved with a 42,000 SF school building, the former Phillips School
  • Building has not been occupied since at least 2010 and is in a state of disrepair
  • Current zoning is SUD (Special Use District)

Property Analytics

Current Use

Isalis (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Party City Party Supply Store Skunk Funk Big Box & Wholesale Store Carl's Trading Co Hat Shop Bushka's Kitchen LLC (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store

Suggested Use

Top Pick Law Firm Building Supply Restaurant Spa & Massage Center Auto Repair Shop Kitchen & Bath Showroom

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

769
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 49444, MI

26,281
Population
11,635
Households
2.3
Avg Household Size
38
Median Age
18%
College-Educated
91%
High-School Grad
24.7 sq mi
ZIP Area
1,064
Density / Sq Mi
$52,143
Median Household Income
$34,423
Median Earnings
$941
Median Rent
$159,200
Median Home Value
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
School - Former Phillips School sits on 5+ acres with a 42,000 SF building in disrepair and zoning as SUD.
Where is this school located?
The property is located at 1442 E Broadway Avenue Norton Shores, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $100,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 5+ acres improved with a 42,000 SF school building, the former Phillips School; Building has not been occupied since at least 2010 and is in a state of disrepair; Current zoning is SUD (Special Use District)
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