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Fire-Damaged Duplex With Rehab
For Sale
$50,043

230 Ely St, Alma, MI 48801

Top/bottom duplex requiring full rehabilitation, offering a blank-slate interior to support your customized renovation plan.

Property Size3,720 SF
Price / SF$13.45
Days on Market51

Property Features for 230 Ely St

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 3,720 SF
Property subtype Investment

Additional Details

Multifamily Units 2

Building Details

Year Built 1959
Listing Agency: 43 NORTH REALTY
Listed By: Micah Kemler · License #6502426111
Source: Elliman
Added: Jun 12 Changed: Jul 10 Last Checked: Aug 1 at 6:29AM

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 43 NORTH REALTY

Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This top/bottom duplex is set up as two separate residential units, each laid out as a 2-bedroom, 1-bath plan. The property recently experienced a fire and the interior is described as a blank slate, with the work needed to fully rehabilitate the home. The overall building size is approximately 3,720 total square feet, providing room for a complete renovation and finish-out. Prospective buyers should expect to manage permitting and reconstruction, as full rehabilitation is required.

The property is located on the south side of Alma, just south of downtown, with proximity to shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences mentioned in the remarks. Access is via Ely St, and the listing notes a BikeScore of 53 and a WalkScore of 48, indicating a car-dependent setting.

For investors or owner-occupants seeking a renovation project, this duplex may fit a plan to restore two income-oriented 2-bedroom units after proper permitting. Because of the condition, all potential buyers are required to sign a hold harmless agreement prior to entry. A seller credit is noted in the remarks: $10,000 to be held in escrow and released upon completion of at least 50% of the reconstruction.

Key Highlights

  • 1959 top/bottom duplex requiring full rehabilitation after a recent fire, leaving the interior as a blank slate for renovation
  • Each unit is a 2‑bedroom, 1‑bath layout; market rents estimated at $650–$750 per month per unit once completed
  • Approximately 3,720 total SF provides space for an income‑producing duplex configuration

Property Analytics

Current Use

Duplexes

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Restaurant Big Box & Wholesale Store Building Supply Pharmacy Law Firm

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

2
Residential units

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

492
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 48801, MI

13,006
Population
5,408
Households
2.4
Avg Household Size
34
Median Age
28%
College-Educated
95%
High-School Grad
70.8 sq mi
ZIP Area
184
Density / Sq Mi
$57,449
Median Household Income
$30,146
Median Earnings
$795
Median Rent
$120,300
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in Midwest region

6.5% 2022
7.5% 2023
7.8% 2024
8% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Duplex - Top/bottom duplex requiring full rehabilitation, offering a blank-slate interior to support your customized renovation plan.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 230 Ely St Alma, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $50,043.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 1959 top/bottom duplex requiring full rehabilitation after a recent fire, leaving the interior as a blank slate for renovation; Each unit is a 2‑bedroom, 1‑bath layout; market rents estimated at $650–$750 per month per unit once completed; Approximately 3,720 total SF provides space for an income‑producing duplex configuration
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