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    Vacant Lot/Land - Alma, MI

    Lot size:
    0.10 Acres
    Added:
    Jan 9, 2026
    Days on Market:
    119
    Last Refresh:
    May 8 at 2:06 am

    Property Features for 427 E Downie Street

    General Information

    Property type
    Land
    Property subtype
    Other
    Zoning
    Platted Subdivision
    Exterior features
    None
    Standard status
    Active
    Lot size
    0.10 Acres

    Taxes and HOA fees

    Tax Annual Amount
    290.52

    Utilities

    Water front features
    River, Waterfront
    Water front
    1

    Building Details

    Architectural style
    Other

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    Listing Contact
    Sue Welling
    Sue Welling

    Listing agent Sue Welling

    Listing office 43 NORTH REALTY 202 E Superior Street, Alma, MI

    Listing date Jan 9, 2026

    MLS# 1941567 Listing URL

    Copyright © 2026 Northern Great Lakes Realtors MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

    HighLights

    • Zoned for multi‑family residential (surveyed 11‑25‑25).
    • Seller willing to entertain a short term land contract.
    • Desirable corner lot location with easy access to shopping, medical, entertainment, transportation, and highways.
    • City allows building a 1056 square foot home with a variance.
    • Potential to avoid flood insurance by bringing in fill.
    • Waterfront features: River, Waterfront.

    Overview

    Residential Corner Lot in Alma

    This 0.1-acre corner lot, measuring 64 x 66, is located in the city of Alma. According to a survey conducted on November 25, 2025, the lot is zoned for multi-family residential use. The city has indicated that a 1056 square foot home could be built on the lot, subject to obtaining a variance. It may be possible to avoid flood insurance if fill is brought in to raise the property. The seller is willing to entertain a short term land contract. The property offers convenient access to shopping, medical facilities, entertainment venues, transportation options, and highways.
    Property Profile Insight Report Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Residential land & home ...

    Suggested Use

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

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

    Location Insight

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    City
    Alma
    County
    Gratiot
    State
    Michigan
    Longitude
    -84.6556432
    Latitude
    43.3804542

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Residential land & home lot - Corner lot suitable for residential development with city variance approval.
    Where is this residential land & home lot located?
    The property is located at 427 E Downie Street Alma, MI.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is Off market.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Zoned for multi‑family residential (surveyed 11‑25‑25).; Seller willing to entertain a short term land contract.; **Desirable corner lot location with easy access to shopping, medical, entertainment, transportation, and highways.**
    (989) 560-9898
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    Sue Welling
    Sue Welling
    Real Estate License ID: 6501286671
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    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

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    • Statistical models using comparable sales
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    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

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    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

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    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

    • Cap Rate calculations depend on market data that may change over time
    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

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    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
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    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
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