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Diner Building
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$299,900

1861 E 9 Mile Rd, Ferndale, MI 48220

The restaurant business and equipment may be negotiated separately from the building.

Property Size1,383 SF
Days on Market8

Property Features for 1861 E 9 Mile Rd

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 1,383 SF
Property subtype Commercial

Tenancy & Operations

Currently Operating Yes
Tenant in Place Yes

Taxes and HOA fees

Annual Taxes $9,550

Building Details

Building Size 1,383 SF
Year Built 1954
Listing Agency: Coldwell Banker Professionals
Listed By: Maria Kopicki · License #6501419074
Source: Elliman
Added: Oct 24 Changed: Oct 30 Last Checked: Oct 30 at 4:14PM

Displayed information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. All listing content including descriptions, pricing, images are the copyrighted material of Coldwell Banker Professionals

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Investment Insights

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At 1861 E 9 Mile Rd in Ferndale, this 1954 building is currently operating as Earl’s Diner. The offering is for the building; the restaurant business is leased and may be negotiated separately. Equipment may also be available through separate negotiations.

The property has a Walk Score of 83 and a Bike Score of 58.

Key Highlights

  • Built in 1954
  • Currently operating as Earl’s Diner
  • Building offered separately; restaurant business is leased and may be negotiated separately

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$20,881
Cap Rate
6.96%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$417,620 $417.6K
Cap Rate 7%
$298,300 $298.3K
Cap Rate 9%
$232,011 $232.0K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 1,383 SF
Gross rent
$29.9K $21.60/SF
− Vacancy
−$2.0K −$1.47/SF
EGI
$27.8K $20.13/SF
− OpEx
−$7.0K −$5.03/SF
NOI
$20.9K $15.10/SF
Area
Oakland County, MI
Vacancy
6.80%
Lease Rate
$21.60 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
25.00%
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Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$417,620
Cap Rate 7%
$298,300
Cap Rate 9%
$232,011

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Specialty Retail
$298.3K
$261.0K – $348.0K (±1% cap)
NOI $20,881 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.96%
Second Best
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no second resolved use
Theoretical Best
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same as Best Use
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Current Use

Breakfast & diners

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Law Firm Dental Office (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Daycare Center Furniture & Home Goods

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

1,475
Businesses Nearby
144k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use

Foot Traffic Nearby

Dining 75% Shops & Services 20% Beauty & Spa 2% Electronics 2%
McDonald's Dining
22,302 visits/mo 0.1 miles
Wendy's Dining
20,467 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Pizza Hut Dining
13,458 visits/mo 0.5 miles
Taco Bell Dining
10,104 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Mobil Shops & Services
9,934 visits/mo 0.2 miles

Demographics for 48220, MI

21,564
Population
12,003
Households
1.8
Avg Household Size
37
Median Age
53%
College-Educated
96%
High-School Grad
4.4 sq mi
ZIP Area
4,901
Density / Sq Mi
$86,095
Median Household Income
$54,557
Median Earnings
$1,191
Median Rent
$229,700
Median Home Value
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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Midwest region

8% 2020
7.3% 2021
6.5% 2022
6% 2023
5.7% 2024
6.3% 2025

Similar Off Market Nearby

  • Tian Brunch Restaurant — 601 e 9 mile rd #2, ferndale, mi 48220
  • Omega Hawg & Dawg Deli — 2100 Hilton Rd, Ferndale, MI 48220

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Breakfast & diner - The restaurant business and equipment may be negotiated separately from the building.
Where is this breakfast & diner located?
The property is located at 1861 E 9 Mile Rd Ferndale, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $299,900.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Built in 1954; Currently operating as Earl’s Diner; Building offered separately; restaurant business is leased and may be negotiated separately
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