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$600,000

26529-26545 John R Rd, Madison Heights, MI 48071

Dual-parcel commercial land site along John R in Madison Heights with main-road frontage and an existing concrete block building.

Property Size1,973 SF
Days on Market5

Property Features for 26529-26545 John R Rd

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 1,973 SF
Property subtype Commercial

Building Details

Building Size 1,973 SF
Year Built 1958
Listing Agency:
Listed By: Julia L Myers
Source: Elliman
Added: Jul 30 Changed: Jul 31 Last Checked: Aug 3 at 4:59AM

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 Julia L Myers

Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This dual-parcel commercial site totals 0.455 acres across 26529 and 26545 John R Road in Madison Heights. It includes an existing 1,973 SF concrete block structure and a vacant adjacent lot described as shovel-ready infill to support an accelerated build timeline. The offering is positioned for downtown redevelopment and designed for future high-density mixed-use development.

The site has 175 feet of main-road frontage along the John R corridor, just south of 11 Mile Road, and is described as across from a school. Traffic exposure is highlighted with average counts of 21,000+ vehicles per day. It sits within 1 mile of the I-75 and I-696 interchange and is described as 15 minutes to Downtown Detroit, 18 minutes to the Detroit-Windsor Tunnel, 3 miles from a regional train station, 6 miles from the airport, and 8 miles from the commercial waterway.

The property is referenced under 2024 “CC” (City Center) zoning, with development frameworks permitting up to 4 stories of dedicated residential housing, or a 3-over-1 mid-rise format featuring ground-floor retail beneath multi-family units. The existing concrete block structure was built in 1958.

Key Highlights

  • 0.455‑acre dual‑parcel commercial site at 26529 & 26545 John R Road
  • 175 feet of main‑road frontage along the John R corridor
  • 1,973 SF concrete block structure included with the land

Financial Insights For Retail

Simulate Cap Rate and NOI

NOI Build-Up
Vacancy
income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year — subtracted from gross rent.
EGI (Effective Gross Income)
gross rent minus vacancy losses — the realistic income before paying operating costs.
OpEx (Operating Expenses)
recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management) — excludes financing and capital improvements.
NOI (Net Operating Income)
income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.

Component $ $/SF
Gross rent $33.1k $16.80
− Vacancy −$2.8k −$1.43
EGI $30.3k $15.37
− OpEx −$9.1k −$4.61
NOI $21.2k $10.76
1,973 SF · lease $16.80/SF/yr · vacancy 8.50% · expense 30.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Retail
$303.3K
$265.4K – $353.8K (±1% cap)
NOI $21,230 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.54%
Second Best
no second resolved use
Theoretical Best
Specialty Retail
$425.6K
$372.4K – $496.5K (±1% cap)
NOI $29,789 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.96%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Commercial land

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Dental Office Law Firm Spa & Massage Center Restaurant Nail Salon

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

510
Businesses Nearby
28k
Monthly Visits Nearby

Foot Traffic Nearby

Shops & Services 60% Dining 35% Beauty & Spa 5%
7-Eleven Shops & Services
7,240 visits/mo 0.4 miles
BIGGBY COFFEE Dining
6,423 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Mobil Shops & Services
4,747 visits/mo 0.3 miles
BP Shops & Services
4,587 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Jet's Pizza Dining
2,247 visits/mo 0.2 miles

Demographics for 48071, MI

28,468
Population
14,690
Households
1.9
Avg Household Size
39
Median Age
32%
College-Educated
89%
High-School Grad
7.1 sq mi
ZIP Area
4,010
Density / Sq Mi
$66,726
Median Household Income
$49,151
Median Earnings
$1,138
Median Rent
$190,300
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?
Commercial land - Dual-parcel commercial land site along John R in Madison Heights with main-road frontage and an existing concrete block building.
Where is this commercial land located?
The property is located at 26529-26545 John R Rd Madison Heights, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $600,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 0.455‑acre dual‑parcel commercial site at 26529 & 26545 John R Road; 175 feet of main‑road frontage along the John R corridor; 1,973 SF concrete block structure included with the land
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