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    521 Franklin Street, Michigan City, IN 46360

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    $4,000/Mo $8 SF/Yr (calc)

    COMMERCIAL - Michigan City, IN

    Type:Retail
    Property size:
    5,775 SF
    Lot size:
    0.14 Acres
    Added:
    Apr 7, 2026
    Days on Market:
    42
    Last Refresh:
    May 18 at 4:06 am

    Property Features for 521 Franklin Street

    General Information

    Property type
    Commercial Lease
    Property subtype
    Retail
    Rooms
    Basement
    Basement
    Unfinished, Storage Space
    Standard status
    Active
    APN
    460129404021000022
    Size
    5,775 SF
    Lot size
    0.14 Acres

    Taxes and HOA fees

    Tax Year
    2024
    Tax Description
    42-01-29-404-021 E O S 33 1/2 FT S SD LT 6 BLK 23. TIF ASSMT #51
    Tax Annual Amount
    5320

    Utilities

    Sewer type
    Public Sewer
    Heating system
    Natural Gas, Central
    Water source
    Public

    Building Details

    Year built
    1880

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    Listing Contact
    Daren Huber

    Listing agent Daren Huber License #RB15000509

    Listing office Coldwell Banker Realty 10 N Whittaker St., New Buffalo, IN

    Listing date Apr 7, 2026

    MLS# 836655

    Copyright © 2026 Greater Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

    HighLights

    • Premier hospitality location in Michigan City's Uptown Arts District.
    • Turnkey restaurant space available June 1st.
    • Located in city‑designated district for a 3‑way liquor license.
    • Original tin ceilings and expansive dining area.
    • Open, high‑volume kitchen.
    • Intimate bar area and private meeting room for events.

    Overview

    Located in the heart of the Uptown Arts District in Michigan City, this commercial space is suitable for hospitality, food, and beverage businesses. The property, a longstanding restaurant space, will be available for occupancy beginning June 1st. It features original tin ceilings, an open, high-volume kitchen, and an expansive dining area. An intimate bar area and a private meeting room offer flexibility for events, private dining, or curated guest experiences. The property is located within the city-designated district for a 3-way liquor license. The building has a total area of 5775 square feet and is situated on a 0.1366-acre lot.
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    Current Use by Public Records

    Maxine's Restaurant Restaurant Vita del Lago Restaurant

    Suggested Use

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

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

    Similar Places Nearby

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    Location Insight

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    City
    Michigan City
    County
    LaPorte
    State
    Indiana
    Longitude
    -86.901888
    Latitude
    41.716405

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Restaurant - Established restaurant space in Michigan City's Uptown Arts District.
    Where is this restaurant located?
    The property is located at 521 Franklin Street Michigan City, IN.
    What is the lease rate?
    The lease rate is $4,000 /Mo.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Premier hospitality location in Michigan City's Uptown Arts District.; Turnkey restaurant space available June 1st.; Located in city‑designated district for a 3‑way liquor license.
    (760) 685-6839
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    Listing Contact
    Daren Huber
    Real Estate License ID: RB15000509
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    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

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

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    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
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    • 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

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

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    Cap Rate = 9.97%

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    • 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

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