Live-Work Building with Road Frontage

439 W Columbia Avenue Battle Creek, MI 49014

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For Sale
$239,500

COMMERCIAL - Battle Creek, MI

Type:Office
Property size:
2,872 SF
Lot size:
0.29 Acres
Price / SF:
$83/SF
Added:
Mar 22, 2026
Days on Market:
112
Last Refresh:
Jul 11 at 2:06 am

Property Features for 439 W Columbia Avenue

General Information

Property type
Commercial Sale
Property subtype
Office
Bathrooms
2
Rooms
Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
Parking
10
Interior features
Broadband
Standard status
Active
APN
52-6460-11-468-0
Size
2,872 SF
Lot size
0.29 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year
2025
Tax Description
See Addendum
Tax Annual Amount
4239

Utilities

Utilities
Cable Available
Heating system
Forced Air
Cooling system
Central Air

Building Details

Year built
1930
Number of units
3
Building materials
Vinyl Siding
Roof type
Composition

Listing agent Michael B Palmer License #425473

Listing office Bellabay Realty, LLC 626 Romence Rd. Ste 101A, Portage, MI

Listing date Mar 22, 2026

MLS# 26011446

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This live-work style property includes two office suites and a lower level walkout apartment unit facing Goguac Lake. An attached garage provides enclosed space for storing personal items or business supplies. The building is supported by substantial exterior visibility, including a large sign board for advertising.

The property is located at 439 W Columbia Avenue in Battle Creek, MI, on more than 112 feet of road frontage in a high-activity business district. Public remarks note nearby access to schools, stores, restaurants, and I-94.

For tenants and buyers seeking an owner-occupant setup, the combination of separate office space and an apartment-style unit can support day-to-day business operations while retaining residential flexibility. The office configuration also supports use as a small professional practice, with the attached garage adding practical off-street storage for equipment, inventory, or supplies. The long road frontage and on-site advertising signage are designed to support ongoing exposure for a business at this site.

Key Highlights

  • Two office suites plus a lower‑level walkout apartment unit facing Goguac Lake
  • Over 112 ft of road frontage in one of the cities busiest business districts with a Big Sign Board for advertising
  • Attached garage for storing personal items or business supplies

Property Analytics

Property Profile Location Intelligence

Current Use by Public Records

Acquire Financial Solutions, ... Insurance Agency Real Estate Investors ... Real Estate Agency Final Expense Life ... Insurance Agency

Suggested Use

Restaurant Building Supply Big Box & Wholesale Store Auto Parts Store Storage Facility HVAC Service Electrical Service Auto Repair Shop Bakery Plumbing Service

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

FAQs

What type of property is this?
Live-work space - Two office suites plus a walkout apartment offer flexible live-work use with substantial road frontage.
Where is this live-work space located?
The property is located at 439 W Columbia Avenue Battle Creek, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $239,500.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Two office suites plus a lower‑level walkout apartment unit facing Goguac Lake; Over 112 ft of road frontage in one of the cities busiest business districts with a Big Sign Board for advertising; Attached garage for storing personal items or business supplies
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