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Mixed-Use Building with Vacation Rental

256 S Water Street, Marine City, MI 48039

For Sale
$289,000

Commercial Sale, Marine, MI

Property Size2,200 SF
Lot Size0.28 Acres
Price / SF$131.36
Days on Market9

Property Features for 256 S Water Street

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Retail
Zoning description commercial
Bathrooms 3
Full bathrooms 3
Rooms Bathroom 2, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 3
Parking 2
Interior features Broadband
Elementary school district East China
Middle school district East China
High school district East China
Directions Corner of S Water St and Washington St in downtown Marine City, across from the St. Clair River.
Standard status Active
APN 02-475-0238-000
Size 2,200 SF
Lot size 0.28 Acres

Site & Location

Corner Location Yes
Mixed-Use Components retail, office, residential

Additional Details

Tenant in Place Yes
Property Use Mixed-Use

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year 2026
Tax Description LOTS 1 AND 8 BLK 21 EX W 80' OF LOT 8 MAP OF THE VILLAGE OF MARINE AS RECORDED IN LIBER E OF PLATS PGS 41, 42 & 43 ST CL
Tax Annual Amount 4000
Legal Description LOTS 1 AND 8 BLK 21 EX W 80' OF LOT 8 MAP OF THE VILLAGE OF MARINE AS RECORDED IN LIBER E OF PLATS PGS 41, 42 & 43 ST CL

Utilities

Utilities Cable Available
Heating system Forced Air
Cooling system Central Air

Building Details

Year built 1940
Floors in Building 2
Number of units 3
Building materials Aluminum Siding, Block
Roof type Composition
Buildings 2
Listing Agency: eXp Realty, LLC
Listed By: Julie Fagan · License #6502414739
Added: Oct 30 Changed: Nov 4 Last Checked: Nov 7 at 2:06AM
MLS# 26058012

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Investment Insights

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At 256 S Water Street, this 2,200-square-foot mixed-use building combines a ground-floor storefront, a furnished office suite and an upper-level vacation rental with three bedrooms. The office includes reception space, a private office, a workstation, a full kitchen, an ADA restroom and rear storage. A detached two-car garage provides additional space. The building was remodeled in 2019 and has forced-air heat and central air.

The storefront tenant is leased through August 2027. The property sits on a 0.28-acre corner lot in downtown Marine City, with river views across from Lighthouse Park. Shops, restaurants, parks and the riverfront are within walking distance. Public water and sewer, natural gas and high-speed internet are available.

Key Highlights

  • 2,200‑square‑foot mixed‑use building on a 0.28‑acre corner lot
  • Three‑bedroom upper‑level vacation rental
  • Furnished office suite with reception, private office, workstation, full kitchen and ADA restroom

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$15,180
Cap Rate
5.25%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$303,600 $303.6K
Cap Rate 7%
$216,857 $216.9K
Cap Rate 9%
$168,667 $168.7K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 2,200 SF
Gross rent
$26.4K $12.00/SF
− Vacancy
−$2.1K −$0.96/SF
EGI
$24.3K $11.04/SF
− OpEx
−$9.1K −$4.14/SF
NOI
$15.2K $6.90/SF
Area
St. Clair County, MI
Vacancy
8.00%
Lease Rate
$12.00 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
37.50%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$303,600
Cap Rate 7%
$216,857
Cap Rate 9%
$168,667

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Apartment 5plus
$1.52M
$1.33M – $1.78M (±1% cap)
NOI $106,600 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 36.89%
Second Best
Retail
$406.3K
$355.5K – $474.0K (±1% cap)
NOI $28,439 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 9.84%
Theoretical Best
Multifamily LT 5
$1.65M
$1.45M – $1.93M (±1% cap)
NOI $115,772 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 40.06%
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Current Use

Storefront properties

Suggested Use

Top Pick HVAC Service Kitchen & Bath Showroom Plumbing Service Bakery (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Barber Shop

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

1
Office units
Multi-tenant
Tenancy
Yes
Utilities to site

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

388
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 48039, MI

7,485
Population
3,701
Households
2
Avg Household Size
46
Median Age
20%
College-Educated
92%
High-School Grad
23.0 sq mi
ZIP Area
325
Density / Sq Mi
$76,304
Median Household Income
$42,715
Median Earnings
$879
Median Rent
$170,800
Median Home Value
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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in Midwest region

6.5% 2022
7.5% 2023
7.8% 2024
8% 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Mixed-use property - Separate retail, office and lodging areas create three distinct uses within the building.
Where is this mixed-use property located?
The property is located at 256 S Water Street Marine City, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $289,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 2,200‑square‑foot mixed‑use building on a 0.28‑acre corner lot; Three‑bedroom upper‑level vacation rental; Furnished office suite with reception, private office, workstation, full kitchen and ADA restroom
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