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Retail Space with Lower Level
For Sale
$375,000

217 S Kalamazoo Mall, Kalamazoo, MI 49007

Commercial Sale, Kalamazoo, MI

Property Size1,982 SF
Lot Size0.04 Acres
Price / SF$189.20
Days on Market297

Property Features for 217 S Kalamazoo Mall

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Retail
Zoning description D1
Bathrooms 1
Full bathrooms 1
Rooms Bathroom 1, Basement
Interior features Broadband
Elementary school district Kalamazoo
Middle school district Kalamazoo
High school district Kalamazoo
Directions E Michigan Ave, turn South on to S Kalamazoo Mall.
Subdivision Greater Kalamazoo - K
Standard status Active
APN 06-15-386-011
Size 1,982 SF
Lot size 0.04 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year 2025
Tax Description 548 KALAMAZOO COUNTY CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION PLAN NO. 127 THE STYLE SHOP BUILDING Unit 1
Tax Annual Amount 7712
Legal Description 548 KALAMAZOO COUNTY CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION PLAN NO. 127 THE STYLE SHOP BUILDING Unit 1

Utilities

Utilities Cable Available
Heating system Forced Air

Building Details

Year built 1937
Number of units 1
Building materials Brick
Listing Agency: NAI Wisinski of West Michigan
Listed By: Jodi K Milks · License #6506044331
Added: Dec 12, 2025 Changed: Sep 16 Last Checked: Oct 5 at 6:06PM
MLS# 25061704

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This retail property provides 1,982 square feet on South Kalamazoo Mall, with an open floor plan and an additional 1,200-square-foot lower level. The lower level expands storage and operational capacity. Brick construction, forced-air heating, broadband, and cable availability are documented, and the building dates to 1937.

The space sits in downtown Kalamazoo among established retailers, creative offices, and new residential development. Nearby parking supports customer and employee access, while the surrounding corridor is described as an active commercial setting with substantial pedestrian activity. An arena project under construction nearby is planned as the home of WMU hockey and a major event venue, with thousands of visitors expected in the area each year.

Key Highlights

  • 1,982 SF of retail space on South Kalamazoo Mall
  • Additional 1,200 SF lower level for storage or operational use
  • Open retail floor plan with nearby parking

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$13,669
Cap Rate
3.65%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$273,380 $273.4K
Cap Rate 7%
$195,271 $195.3K
Cap Rate 9%
$151,878 $151.9K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 1,982 SF
Gross rent
$23.8K $12.00/SF
− Vacancy
−$4.3K −$2.15/SF
EGI
$19.5K $9.85/SF
− OpEx
−$5.9K −$2.96/SF
NOI
$13.7K $6.90/SF
Area
Kalamazoo County, MI
Vacancy
17.90%
Lease Rate
$12.00 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$273,380
Cap Rate 7%
$195,271
Cap Rate 9%
$151,878

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Retail
$195.3K
$170.9K – $227.8K (±1% cap)
NOI $13,669 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.65%
Second Best
—
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no second resolved use
Theoretical Best
Warehouse
$518.6K
$453.8K – $605.1K (±1% cap)
NOI $36,305 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 9.68%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

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Current Use

Milan The Style Shop Hair Salon

Suggested Use

Top Pick (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Locksmith Acupuncture Clothing & Fashion Store Supermarket Grocery & Convenience Store

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

3,165
Businesses Nearby
62k
Monthly Visits Nearby

Foot Traffic Nearby

Dining 44% Shops & Services 41% Hotels & Casinos 12% Electronics 2%
McDonald's Dining
15,871 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Shell Shops & Services
13,648 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Checkers Dining
6,149 visits/mo 0.5 miles
Barrio Tacos Dining
4,643 visits/mo 0.1 miles
Family Dollar Shops & Services
4,370 visits/mo 0.5 miles

Demographics for 49007, MI

10,353
Population
5,102
Households
2
Avg Household Size
31
Median Age
24%
College-Educated
84%
High-School Grad
3.5 sq mi
ZIP Area
2,958
Density / Sq Mi
$39,309
Median Household Income
$24,723
Median Earnings
$1,017
Median Rent
$103,400
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
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Retail space - Open retail layout with supplemental below-grade space for storage or business operations.
Where is this retail space located?
The property is located at 217 S Kalamazoo Mall Kalamazoo, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $375,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 1,982 SF of retail space on South Kalamazoo Mall; Additional 1,200 SF lower level for storage or operational use; Open retail floor plan with nearby parking
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