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Historic Retail Space with Modern Finishes

15 E Kirby, Detroit, MI 48202

For Sale
New
$3,250,000

Retail suites sit within a residential building, with covered garage parking included in the sale.

Property Size21,042 SF
Days on Market1

Property Features for 15 E Kirby

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 21,042 SF
Total Parking Spaces 67
Property subtype Commercial

Site & Location

Neighborhood Cultural Center

Building Details

Building Size 21,042 SF
Year Built 1926
Listing Agency: O'Connor Real Estate
Listed By: Vincent Mazzola · License MI #6501387170
Source: Elliman
Added: Nov 12 Last Checked: Nov 12 at 2:45PM

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Investment Insights

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Park Shelton Shops is a retail property in a building constructed in 1926, combining historic character with updated interior finishes. The building contains 228 residential units, providing an established residential population on site. The sale also includes 67 covered parking spaces in an attached garage.

The property fronts Woodward Avenue in Midtown Detroit, across from the Detroit Institute of Arts. Wayne State University and the College for Creative Studies are within blocks. Walk Score is 83, Bike Score is 74, and Transit Score is 53.

Key Highlights

  • 228 residential units in the building
  • Sale includes 67 covered spaces in the attached garage
  • On Woodward Avenue, across from the Detroit Institute of Arts

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$259,173
Cap Rate
7.97%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$5,183,460 $5.2M
Cap Rate 7%
$3,702,471 $3.7M
Cap Rate 9%
$2,879,700 $2.9M
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 21,042 SF
Gross rent
$391.4K $18.60/SF
− Vacancy
−$21.1K −$1.00/SF
EGI
$370.2K $17.60/SF
− OpEx
−$111.1K −$5.28/SF
NOI
$259.2K $12.32/SF
Area
Detroit, MI
Vacancy
5.40%
Lease Rate
$18.60 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
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Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$5,183,460
Cap Rate 7%
$3,702,471
Cap Rate 9%
$2,879,700

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Retail
$3.70M
$3.24M – $4.32M (±1% cap)
NOI $259,173 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.97%
Second Best
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no second resolved use
Theoretical Best
Office A
$4.64M
$4.06M – $5.42M (±1% cap)
NOI $324,936 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 10.00%
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Current Use

Deborah E. Boyer, ... Foster Care Service Tony Massey - State ... Insurance Agency Babo Restaurant Wasabi Korean & Japanese ... Restaurant Tony Massey State ... Insurance Agency

Suggested Use

Top Pick Locksmith Carpet & Flooring Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Barber Shop Butcher HVAC Service

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

2,879
Businesses Nearby
74k
Monthly Visits Nearby

Foot Traffic Nearby

Shops & Services 72% Apparel 15% Dining 13%
Shell Shops & Services
13,363 visits/mo 0.5 miles
BP Shops & Services
12,413 visits/mo 0.3 miles
BP Shops & Services
11,542 visits/mo 0.1 miles
Carhartt Apparel
11,364 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Barnes & Noble Shops & Services
10,023 visits/mo 0.3 miles

Demographics for 48202, MI

17,260
Population
10,078
Households
1.7
Avg Household Size
32
Median Age
38%
College-Educated
91%
High-School Grad
3.4 sq mi
ZIP Area
5,076
Density / Sq Mi
$36,536
Median Household Income
$31,725
Median Earnings
$894
Median Rent
$193,700
Median Home Value
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Market

Average Price Trend$/SF for Retail space in Detroit, MI

$77.36 Jul
$85.06 Aug
$94.77 Sep
$105 Oct

Properties on Market for Retail space in Detroit

Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Retail space - Retail suites sit within a residential building, with covered garage parking included in the sale.
Where is this retail space located?
The property is located at 15 E Kirby Detroit, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $3,250,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 228 residential units in the building; Sale includes 67 covered spaces in the attached garage; On Woodward Avenue, across from the Detroit Institute of Arts
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