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Furnished Bar and Pub
For Sale
$900,000

227 W PORTAGE Ave, Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783

Commercial Sale, Sault Ste Marie, MI

Property Size3,200 SF
Price / SF$281.25
Days on Market469

Property Features for 227 W PORTAGE Ave

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Exterior features Elevator, Furnished, Handicap Access, High Traffic Locatn, Kitchen Area, Lounge/Bar, Restaurant, Storage
Accessibility Accessible Elevator Installed, Accessible Approach with Ramp
Elementary school district Sault Ste Marie
Middle school district Sault Ste Marie
High school district Sault Ste Marie
Directions DRIVE NORTH ON ASHMUN STREET. GO THROUGH TOWN AND TURN LEFT ON PORTAGE. MOLONEY'S IS A BLOCK DOWN ACROSS FROM THE HISTORIC OJIBWAY HOTEL
Subdivision 11 - Sault Ste. Marie (West)
Standard status Active
APN 051-141-003-00
Size 3,200 SF

Utilities

Heating system Natural Gas, Forced Air
Water source Public

Amenities

sidewalk cafe seating
back lot for outside events

Building Details

Building materials Masonry, Wood Frame, Mixed
Roof type Rubber
Additional Structures Storage
Listing Agency: Five Water Realty
Listed By: Jim Jorgensen · License #6502433719
Added: Jun 25, 2025 Changed: Sep 2 Last Checked: Oct 6 at 12:06PM
MLS# 25-617

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This 3,200-square-foot bar and restaurant at 227 W Portage Ave includes furnished interiors, bar seating, a dining room, kitchen area, lounge space, and storage. The property also offers sidewalk café seating and a back lot that can be cordoned off for outdoor events. A sale of the established operation includes the furnishings and restaurant contents described in the listing, along with existing food-and-beverage infrastructure. Building features include an elevator, accessible elevator access, an approach ramp, public water service, a rubber roof, and mixed masonry and wood-frame construction. Heating is provided by forced air with natural gas. The business has operated for over 30 years and offers 20 beers on tap. The property is across West Portage Ave from the locks and within walking distance of several hotels and downtown attractions in Sault Ste Marie.

Key Highlights

  • 3,200‑square‑foot bar and restaurant at 227 W Portage Ave
  • Bar seating, dining room, kitchen area, lounge space, and storage
  • Sidewalk café seating plus a back lot for cordoned outdoor events

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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

852
Businesses Nearby
8k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Well-served
Demand for This Use

Foot Traffic Nearby

Shops & Services 55% Dining 36% Home Improvements & Furnishings 9%
Marathon Shops & Services
4,288 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Domino's Pizza Dining
2,774 visits/mo 0.5 miles
Sherwin-Williams Paint Store Home Improvements & Furnishings
680 visits/mo 0.4 miles

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
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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?
Bar & Pub - The property includes bar seating, a dining room, sidewalk café seating, and a back lot that can be cordoned for outdoor 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: 3,200‑square‑foot bar and restaurant at 227 W Portage Ave; Bar seating, dining room, kitchen area, lounge space, and storage; Sidewalk café seating plus a back lot for cordoned outdoor events
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