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Nine-Room Motel With Residence
For Sale
$990,000

519 LAKE ST, Frankfort, MI 49635

Includes an on-site residence with a studio apartment and guest check-in area.

Property Size4,033 SF
Price / SF$245.47
Days on Market387

Property Features for 519 LAKE ST

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 4,033 SF
Property subtype Business Opportunities

Additional Details

Business Included Yes
Utilities to Site Yes

Amenities

charming creek
gazebo
picnic area
Heat Pump, Window/Wall Unit
3
Other
Asphalt
208142297142

Building Details

Year Built 1966
Listing Agency: Century 21 Northland-Frankfort
Listed By: Kari King · License #6501404677
Source: Xome
Added: Aug 21, 2025 Changed: Sep 9 Last Checked: Sep 10 at 6:46AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This hospitality property combines a nine-room motel with an owner’s residence that also serves as the guest check-in area. Room configurations include four rooms with two full beds, two rooms with three full beds, and three rooms with queen beds. The residence includes a studio apartment on the second level, while additional interior space is partially renovated for future completion. Recent property improvements include heating and cooling units, beds, carpeting, updated bathrooms, a new roof, sealed driveway, underground electric, and new gas lines serving the motel.

The property is located at 519 Lake St in Frankfort, directly across from Betsie Bay and the Betsie Valley Bike Trail. Downtown Frankfort, the Lake Michigan shoreline, shops, restaurants, a theater, library, public boat launch, and beaches are nearby. The grounds include a creek, gazebo, and picnic area, and the property sits along M-22 Scenic Drive.

Key Highlights

  • Nine guest rooms: 4 with two full beds, 2 with three full beds, and 3 with queen beds
  • Owner’s residence includes the guest check‑in area and a second‑level studio apartment
  • Across from Betsie Bay and the Betsie Valley Bike Trail

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Current Use

Motels

Suggested Use

Top Pick Building Supply Parking Lot & Garage Dental Office Electrical Service Auto Parts Store Big Box & Wholesale 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.

Lease Details

Turnkey business
Opportunity
Yes
Utilities to site

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

124
Businesses Nearby
Well-served
Demand for This Use

Demographics for 49635, MI

3,331
Population
3,014
Households
1.1
Avg Household Size
61
Median Age
47%
College-Educated
94%
High-School Grad
38.5 sq mi
ZIP Area
87
Density / Sq Mi
$71,875
Median Household Income
$32,409
Median Earnings
$918
Median Rent
$332,300
Median Home Value
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Motel - Includes an on-site residence with a studio apartment and guest check-in area.
Where is this motel located?
The property is located at 519 LAKE ST 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: Nine guest rooms: 4 with two full beds, 2 with three full beds, and 3 with queen beds; Owner’s residence includes the guest check‑in area and a second‑level studio apartment; Across from Betsie Bay and the Betsie Valley Bike Trail
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