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Family-Run Motel with Residence

519 Lake Street Frankfort, MI 49635

519 Lake Street, Frankfort, MI, 49635
$990,000
For Sale
$990,000

Turnkey motel with nine guest rooms plus owner residence and studio apartment, set on landscaped grounds with picnic area.

Days on Market334

Property Features for 519 Lake Street

General Information

Standard status
Active
Property subtype
Business Opportunity

Building Details

Year Built
1966
Listing agency Century 21 Northland-Frankfort
Listed by Kari King · License #6501404677
Source Phgrealty
Added: Aug 23, 2025 Updated: Jul 21 at 7:07AM Checked: Jul 22 at 7:00AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This family-run motel property was built in 1988 and includes nine guest rooms, with room bedding configurations of four rooms with two full beds, two rooms with three full beds, and three rooms with queen beds. The grounds feature a creek, gazebo, and picnic area. Recent updates include new heating/cooling units, new beds, carpeting, and updated bathrooms in every room, along with a new roof, sealed driveway, underground electric, and new gas lines for the motel.

The owner’s home also serves as the check-in area and includes a single-family residence with a studio apartment on the second level, which may support guest lodging or longer-term rental use. The property is located along M-22 Scenic Drive, and the description notes Betsie Bay and the Betsie Valley Bike Trail across the street, providing access to both Frankfort and Elberta’s shops, restaurants, theater, library, public boat launch, and Lake Michigan beaches. The listing also states the owner has started renovations on the home, with an option to expand or reconfigure accommodations to fit a new operating concept.

Key Highlights

  • Motel on M‑22 Scenic Drive with 9 guest rooms: 4 rooms (2 full beds), 2 rooms (3 full beds), 3 rooms (queen beds).
  • Owner’s home doubles as the check‑in area; includes a single‑family residence plus a studio apartment on the second level.
  • Across the street: Betsie Bay and the Betsie Valley Bike Trail, with access to Frankfort and area amenities.

Property Analytics

Location Intelligence

Current Use by Public Records

Motels

Suggested Use

Building Supply Parking Lot & Garage Dental Office Electrical Service Auto Parts Store Big Box & Wholesale Store Plumbing Service (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Kitchen & Bath Showroom (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store

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

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FAQs

What type of property is this?
Motel - Turnkey motel with nine guest rooms plus owner residence and studio apartment, set on landscaped grounds with picnic area.
Where is this motel located?
The property is located at 519 Lake Street Frankfort, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $990,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Motel on M‑22 Scenic Drive with 9 guest rooms: 4 rooms (2 full beds), 2 rooms (3 full beds), 3 rooms (queen beds).; Owner’s home doubles as the check‑in area; includes a single‑family residence plus a studio apartment on the second level.; Across the street: Betsie Bay and the Betsie Valley Bike Trail, with access to Frankfort and area amenities.
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