Historic Downtown Retail and Event
For Sale
$1,299,000
356 W Western Avenue, Muskegon, MI 49440
COMMERCIAL - Muskegon, MI
Property Size14,985 SF
Lot Size8.58 Acres
Price / SF$86.69
Days on Market297
Property Features for 356 W Western Avenue
General Information
Property type
Commercial Sale
Property subtype
Retail
Zoning description
Central Busines
Bathrooms
2
Full bathrooms
2
Rooms
Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Basement
Interior features
Broadband
Elementary school district
Muskegon
Middle school district
Muskegon
High school district
Muskegon
Directions
On W Western Avenue between 2nd and 3rd Streets.
Subdivision
Muskegon County - M
Standard status
Active
APN
24-233-000-0005-00
Size
14,985 SF
Lot size
8.58 Acres
Taxes and HOA fees
Tax Year
2024
Tax Description
Attached.
Tax Annual Amount
17848
Legal Description
Attached.
Utilities
Utilities
Cable Available
Heating system
Forced Air
Cooling system
Central Air
Amenities
elevated coffer ceilings
original hardwood floors
porcelain tile & brick walls
ornate crown moulding
wrought iron fixtures
five fireplaces
grand ballroom
prep kitchen
bay windows
views of Muskegon Lake
barrier-free access
restrooms
elevator
security system
Building Details
Year built
1889
Floors in Building
3
Number of units
9
Building materials
Concrete, Brick
Roof type
Composition, Tile
Listing Agency:
Core Realty Partners LLC
(231) 375-5273
Listed By:
Bryan D Bench · License #6505385692
(231) 578-2508
Added: Oct 29, 2025
Changed: Aug 4
Last Checked: Aug 21 at 7:06PM
MLS# 25055465
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
A beautifully restored historic Victorian building originally constructed in 1891, offering a mix of retail-ready space and an event-focused second-floor ballroom. The property features elevated coffer ceilings, original hardwood floors, porcelain tile and brick walls, ornate crown molding, wrought iron fixtures, and five fireplaces. Additional improvements include a prep kitchen, barrier-free access, restrooms, an elevator, and a security system.
Renovations completed in 2008 included new electrical, plumbing, mechanical, HVAC, and fire suppression systems, along with facade restoration and new windows. The lower floor and street level floor have been leased for retail purposes, while the 2nd floor grand ballroom is configured for wedding banquets and corporate events and meetings.
Set within a nearly 15,000-square-foot structure on an approximately 8.58-acre lot, this landmark property supports both an investor and an owner-user approach based on the existing retail lease and dedicated event space.
Renovations completed in 2008 included new electrical, plumbing, mechanical, HVAC, and fire suppression systems, along with facade restoration and new windows. The lower floor and street level floor have been leased for retail purposes, while the 2nd floor grand ballroom is configured for wedding banquets and corporate events and meetings.
Set within a nearly 15,000-square-foot structure on an approximately 8.58-acre lot, this landmark property supports both an investor and an owner-user approach based on the existing retail lease and dedicated event space.
Key Highlights
- Nearly 15,000 SF historic Victorian clubhouse building (Century Club), built in 1889, in downtown Muskegon
- Renovations in 2008 included new electrical, plumbing, mechanical, HVAC, and fire suppression systems plus facade restoration and new windows
- 5 fireplaces, elevated coffer ceilings, original hardwood floors, ornate crown molding, porcelain tile and brick walls, and wrought iron fixtures
Property Analytics
Property Profile
Current Use
Lease Details
Yes
Sprinkler system
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
1,329
Businesses Nearby
9k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use
Explore this area
Business Placement
Foot Traffic Nearby
Dining 63%
Shops & Services 37%
Burger King
Dining
5,489 visits/mo
0.3 miles
Shell
Shops & Services
3,232 visits/mo
0.2 miles
Demographics for 49440, MI
1,320
Population
860
Households
1.5
Avg Household Size
44
Median Age
36%
College-Educated
93%
High-School Grad
0.6 sq mi
ZIP Area
2,200
Density / Sq Mi
$42,500
Median Household Income
$37,067
Median Earnings
$791
Median Rent
$163,100
Median Home Value
Market
Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Midwest region
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Storefront property - Restored 1891 Victorian building with retail space on lower levels and a grand ballroom event venue upstairs.
Where is this storefront property located?
The property is located at 356 W Western Avenue Muskegon, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,299,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Nearly 15,000 SF historic Victorian clubhouse building (Century Club), built in 1889, in downtown Muskegon; Renovations in 2008 included new electrical, plumbing, mechanical, HVAC, and fire suppression systems plus facade restoration and new windows; 5 fireplaces, elevated coffer ceilings, original hardwood floors, ornate crown molding, porcelain tile and brick walls, and wrought iron fixtures
