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308 Michigan Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI 49007

Downtown retail building with a classic facade, high ceilings, and white box delivery condition.

Property Size6,160 SF
Days on Market166

Property Features for 308 Michigan Avenue

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 6,160 SF
Property subtype General Commercial

Amenities

3
22x70

Building Details

Year Built 1850
Listing Agency: Dover Birch & Associates
Listed By: Rob Peterson · License #6502431087
Source: Xome
Added: Mar 9 Changed: Aug 20 Last Checked: Aug 20 at 8:42AM

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 Dover Birch & Associates

Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Built in 1850, this downtown storefront property features a classic retail facade and high ceilings. The building will be delivered in white box condition, providing a clean starting point for a new interior concept. The upper level is planned for apartment conversion, while the owner is open to alternative plans for the space.

The property is located at 308 Michigan Avenue in Kalamazoo, one block from the upcoming Kalamazoo Event Center. Its prior bookstore and newsstand use provides historical context for the building, while the existing storefront configuration supports continued consideration for retail or another compatible commercial concept. Lease terms are negotiable.

Key Highlights

  • 1850 construction date
  • Classic storefront with high ceilings
  • White box delivery condition

Property Analytics

Current Use

Michigan News Agency (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store

Suggested Use

Top Pick Dental Office Big Box & Wholesale Store Real Estate Agency Grocery & Convenience Store Food Market (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store

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

1,946
Businesses Nearby
42k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use

Foot Traffic Nearby

Dining 75% Shops & Services 13% Hotels & Casinos 10% Home Improvements & Furnishings 2%
McDonald's Dining
15,871 visits/mo 0.5 miles
Checkers Dining
6,149 visits/mo 0.1 miles
Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken Dining
5,202 visits/mo 0.5 miles
Barrio Tacos Dining
4,643 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Hilton Garden Inn Kalamazoo Downtown Hotels & Casinos
4,289 visits/mo 0.5 miles

Demographics for 49007, MI

10,353
Population
5,102
Households
2
Avg Household Size
31
Median Age
24%
College-Educated
84%
High-School Grad
3.5 sq mi
ZIP Area
2,958
Density / Sq Mi
$39,309
Median Household Income
$24,723
Median Earnings
$1,017
Median Rent
$103,400
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?
Storefront property - Downtown retail building with a classic facade, high ceilings, and white box delivery condition.
Where is this storefront property located?
The property is located at 308 Michigan Avenue Kalamazoo, MI.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 1850 construction date; Classic storefront with high ceilings; White box delivery condition
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