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    208 S Cochran Avenue, Charlotte, MI 48813

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    $339,900

    COMMERCIAL - Charlotte, MI

    Property size:
    1,848 SF
    Lot size:
    0.06 Acres
    Price / SF:
    $183/SF
    Added:
    Jun 11, 2025
    Days on Market:
    340
    Last Refresh:
    May 16 at 3:06 pm

    Property Features for 208 S Cochran Avenue

    General Information

    Property type
    Commercial Sale
    Property subtype
    Other
    Parking features
    Parking Lot, On Street
    Basement
    Full
    Appliances
    Bar Fridge, Dishwasher, Ice Maker, Oven, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Water Heater
    Standard status
    Active
    APN
    200-000-031-030-00
    Size
    1,848 SF
    Lot size
    0.06 Acres

    Taxes and HOA fees

    Tax Year
    2024
    Tax Description
    E 124 FEET OF S 22 FEET OF LOT 3. BLOCK 31 O. P. CITY OF CHARLOTTE D.D.A.
    Tax Annual Amount
    2271

    Utilities

    Sewer type
    Public Sewer
    Heating system
    Natural Gas, Forced Air
    Cooling system
    Central Air
    Water source
    Public

    Building Details

    Year built
    1900
    Floors in Building
    1
    Number of units
    1
    Flooring type
    Hardwood
    Building materials
    Brick
    Roof type
    Flat

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    Listing Contact
    Max A Billinghurst

    Listing agent Max A Billinghurst License #6501416838

    Listing office Keller Williams Realty Lansing 3490 Belle Chase Way, Lansing, MI

    Listing date Jun 11, 2025

    MLS# 288830

    Copyright © 2026 Greater Lansing Association of Realtors. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

    HighLights

    • Turnkey restaurant/bar with all FF&E included
    • Includes a Class‑C Liquor License
    • Prime downtown Charlotte location
    • Indoor and patio seating available
    • Full‑service bar
    • Strong local customer base

    Overview

    This turnkey restaurant and bar is situated in downtown Charlotte, within a beautifully restored historic building that features original ceilings and exposed brick. The property includes both indoor and patio seating, along with a full-service bar. The business benefits from a strong local customer base. The purchase price includes all FF&E (furniture, fixtures, and equipment) and a Class-C Liquor License. The property is located at 208 S Cochran Avenue, Charlotte, MI 48813, in Eaton County. The lot size is 0.06 acres, and the property size is 1848 square feet. The property is suitable for bars, restaurants, retail, and turnkey restaurant businesses.

    Financial Insights

    Value Estimation Calculated for Specialty Retail

    Conservative
    $227.6K
    NOI $20,482 @ 9.00% cap · cautious / downside scenario
    Moderate
    $292.6K
    NOI $20,482 @ 7.00% cap · market / base-case scenario
    Aggressive
    $409.6K
    NOI $20,482 @ 5.00% cap · optimistic / upside scenario

    NOI & Cap Rate Calculator

    NOI Build-Up
    Vacancy
    income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year — subtracted from gross rent.
    EGI (Effective Gross Income)
    gross rent minus vacancy losses — the realistic income before paying operating costs.
    OpEx (Operating Expenses)
    recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management) — excludes financing and capital improvements.
    NOI (Net Operating Income)
    income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.
         Calculated for Specialty Retail

    Component $ $/SF
    Gross rent $33.3k $18.00
    − Vacancy −$6.0k −$3.22
    EGI $27.3k $14.78
    − OpEx −$6.8k −$3.69
    NOI $20.5k $11.08
    1,848 SF · lease $18.00/SF/yr · vacancy 17.90% · expense 25.00%

    Alternative Use Scenarios

    Best Use
    Specialty Retail
    $292.6K
    $256.0K – $341.4K (±1% cap)
    NOI $20,482 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.03%
    Second Best
    Retail
    $234.9K
    $205.5K – $274.0K (±1% cap)
    NOI $16,440 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.84%
    Theoretical Best
    Multifamily LT 5
    $21.28M
    $18.62M – $24.82M (±1% cap)
    NOI $1,489,284 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 438.15%
    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.
    Property Profile Insight Report Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Bars & Pubs

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Law Firm Restaurant Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Gym & Fitness Center Pharmacy

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Location Insight

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    • Local Demand
    City
    Charlotte
    County
    Eaton
    State
    Michigan
    Longitude
    -84.836313
    Latitude
    42.562054

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Bar & Pub - Restaurant/bar in downtown Charlotte with liquor license and FF&E.
    Where is this bar & pub located?
    The property is located at 208 S Cochran Avenue Charlotte, MI.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $339,900.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Turnkey restaurant/bar with all FF&E included; Includes a Class‑C Liquor License; Prime downtown Charlotte location
    (269) 339-1431
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    Listing Contact
    Max A Billinghurst
    Real Estate License ID: 6501416838
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    How We Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

    • Recent sale price (if available)
    • Statistical models using comparable sales
    • AI-powered valuation estimates

    Example Calculation

    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

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    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

    • Cap Rate calculations depend on market data that may change over time
    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

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    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
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    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
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    Estimate considers the property’s potential value if used for a different purpose-based on zoning, demand, and market feasibility.

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