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    520 Railroad Avenue Traverse City, MI 49686

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    $1,575,000

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    Lot size:
    1.46 Acres
    Added:
    Aug 5, 2024
    Days on Market:
    642
    Last Refresh:
    May 8 at 8:06 am

    Property Features for 520 Railroad Avenue

    General Information

    Property type
    Commercial Sale
    Property subtype
    Other
    Zoning
    Commercial
    Standard status
    Active
    Lot size
    1.46 Acres

    Building Details

    Roof type
    None
    Architectural style
    Other

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    Listing Contact
    Kevin Endres
    Kevin Endres

    Listing agent Kevin Endres

    Listing office Three West, LLC 1131 E. Eighth Street, Traverse City, MI

    Listing date Aug 5, 2024

    MLS# 1925586 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

    • 1.46 acre development parcel in the center of Traverse City.
    • Multi‑modal transportation options: motorized access on E Eighth Street and Woodmere Ave.
    • Non‑motorized access to the TART Trail and Boardman Lake Loop.
    • BATA Bus Stop on Woodmere Avenue for public transportation.
    • Ready to be built: ideal for multi‑family infill development.
    • Close to shopping, transportation, recreation, and restaurants.

    Overview

    Development Parcel in Traverse City

    This 1.46-acre commercial land parcel is situated in the center of Traverse City, Michigan, offering multi-modal opportunities. It provides convenient motorized access east-west along E Eighth Street and north-south along Woodmere Avenue. Non-motorized access is available to the TART Trail and the newly constructed Boardman Lake Loop. A BATA Bus Stop on Woodmere Avenue provides a public transportation option. The site is ready for development and is suitable for a multi-family infill development close to shopping, transportation, recreation, and restaurants. The property includes two parcels: 520 Railroad Ave, located at the southwest corner of the intersection of Station St and Railroad Ave, and 648 Railroad Place, situated at the southwest corner of Railroad Ave and Railroad Place. The zoning is commercial.
    Property Profile Insight Report Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Commercial land

    Suggested Use

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

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

    Location Insight

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    • Local Demand
    City
    Traverse City
    County
    Grand Traverse
    State
    Michigan
    Longitude
    -85.6086537
    Latitude
    44.7585068

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Commercial land - 1.46 acre development parcel in central Traverse City, Michigan.
    Where is this commercial land located?
    The property is located at 520 Railroad Avenue Traverse City, MI.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $1,575,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: 1.46 acre development parcel in the center of Traverse City.; Multi‑modal transportation options: motorized access on E Eighth Street and Woodmere Ave.; Non‑motorized access to the TART Trail and Boardman Lake Loop.
    (231) 534-5225
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    Kevin Endres
    Kevin Endres
    Real Estate License ID: 6502377374
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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:

    • Recent sale price (if available)
    • Statistical models using comparable sales
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    Example Calculation

    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

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    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
    AI Estimate

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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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