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    285 Capital Ave SW Battle Creek, MI 49037

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    $199,000

    Former church with cathedral seating and off-street parking.

    Type:Commercial
    Added:
    Apr 24, 2026
    Days on Market:
    4
    Last Refresh:
    Apr 24 at 6:02 pm

    Property Features for 285 Capital Ave SW

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Property subtype
    Commercial

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1940

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    Listing Contact
    Chip B Spranger
    Chip B Spranger

    Listing agent Chip B Spranger License #6506040636

    Listing office RE/MAX Perrett Associates - Battle Creek

    Listing date Apr 24, 2026

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    Overview

    Former Church Near Downtown

    This former church property is situated close to Downtown Battle Creek. The interior features cathedral-type seating, which could be suitable for conversion into a theater. The property includes off-street parking. Potential uses for the building include multi-family housing, a restaurant, or office space. The location has a bike score of 48, indicating it is somewhat bikeable, and a walk score of 49, suggesting car dependence.
    Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Churches & religious facilities

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Law Firm Restaurant Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Gym & Fitness Center Accounting Firm

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Location Insight

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    City
    Battle Creek
    County
    Calhoun
    State
    Michigan
    Longitude
    -85.172038
    Latitude
    42.323278

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Church & religious facility - Former church with cathedral seating and off-street parking.
    Where is this church & religious facility located?
    The property is located at 285 Capital Ave SW Battle Creek, MI.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $199,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Former Church Suitable for Conversion; Close to Downtown Battle Creek; **Large Seating Area Ideal for Theatre Conversion**
    (269) 968-6101
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    Chip B Spranger
    Chip B Spranger
    Real Estate License ID: 6506040636
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    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
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    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
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    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
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