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Turnkey Bar and Restaurant
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$900,000

227 W PORTAGE Ave, Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783

COMMERCIAL - Sault Ste Marie, MI

Property Size3,200 SF
Price / SF$281.25
Days on Market94

Property Features for 227 W PORTAGE Ave

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Subdivision 40X150
Standard status Active
Size 3,200 SF
Listing Agency: Five Water Realty
Listed By: Jim Jorgensen · License #6505431232
Added: May 5 Changed: Aug 4 Last Checked: Aug 6 at 10:06AM
MLS# 25-617

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This turnkey bar and restaurant is being offered with the included business and furnishings for a streamlined transition. The layout provides ample bar seating along with a large dining room. Outdoor options include sidewalk cafe seating, and there is also a back lot that can be cordoned off for outside events. The beverage program features 20 beers on tap, supporting a full-service bar environment. The property totals approximately 3,200 square feet.

Located in the heart of Sault Ste Marie, Michigan on West Portage Ave, the location is across the street from the locks. The site is described as within walking distance of multiple hotels and downtown attractions, positioning it to serve both locals and visitors.

For operators and buyers looking for a ready-to-run hospitality concept, the combination of indoor dining, bar seating, and flexible outdoor space can support a variety of service formats throughout the year. The offering is presented as turnkey, which may appeal to buyers seeking to take over an established, operating bar-and-restaurant with the included components already in place.

Key Highlights

  • Iconic family‑owned bar/restaurant with 30+ years in business
  • Located on West Portage Ave in the heart of Sault Ste. Marie, MI, across from the locks
  • Includes bar seating, a huge dining room, sidewalk cafe seating, and a back lot that can be cordoned off for outside events

Property Analytics

Current Use

Bars & Pubs

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Dental Office Building Supply Auto Parts Store Big Box & Wholesale Store 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.

Lease Details

Turnkey business
Opportunity

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

199
Businesses Nearby
Balanced
Demand for This Use

Demographics for 49783, MI

18,690
Population
9,388
Households
2
Avg Household Size
39
Median Age
24%
College-Educated
94%
High-School Grad
148.7 sq mi
ZIP Area
126
Density / Sq Mi
$59,847
Median Household Income
$31,334
Median Earnings
$782
Median Rent
$146,400
Median Home Value

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?
Bar & Pub - Turnkey bar-and-restaurant operation with dining room, sidewalk cafe seating, and back lot for events.
Where is this bar & pub located?
The property is located at 227 W PORTAGE Ave Sault Sainte Marie, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $900,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Iconic family‑owned bar/restaurant with 30+ years in business; Located on West Portage Ave in the heart of Sault Ste. Marie, MI, across from the locks; Includes bar seating, a huge dining room, sidewalk cafe seating, and a back lot that can be cordoned off for outside events
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