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First-Floor Bar & Brewery Space
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For Lease
$20 SF/Yr

525 E Ransom Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49007

COMMERCIAL - Kalamazoo, MI

Property Size2,320 SF
Lot Size1.34 Acres
Days on Market3

Property Features for 525 E Ransom Street

General Information

Property type Commercial Lease
Property subtype Retail
Zoning description N - Node
Fireplace 1
Elementary school district Kalamazoo
Middle school district Kalamazoo
High school district Kalamazoo
Standard status Active
APN 06-15-269-353
Size 2,320 SF
Lot size 1.34 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Description PILOT PORTION OF PROPERTY - PART OF LOTS 7, 8, 9, AND 10 IN BLOCK 41 OF THE ORIGINAL PLAT OF THE TOWN (NOW CITY) OF KALAMAZOO, LIBER 6 OF PLATS PAGE 8, BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF LOT 7 IN BLOCK 41 OF THE ORIGINAL PLAT OF THE TOWN (NOW CITY) OF KALAMAZOO; THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 37 MINUTES 09 SECONDS EAST 92.62 FEET ALONG THE EAST LINE OF BLOC
Legal Description PILOT PORTION OF PROPERTY - PART OF LOTS 7, 8, 9, AND 10 IN BLOCK 41 OF THE ORIGINAL PLAT OF THE TOWN (NOW CITY) OF KALAMAZOO, LIBER 6 OF PLATS PAGE 8, BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF LOT 7 IN BLOCK 41 OF THE ORIGINAL PLAT OF THE TOWN (NOW CITY) OF KALAMAZOO; THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 37 MINUTES 09 SECONDS EAST 92.62 FEET ALONG THE EAST LINE OF BLOC

Utilities

Utilities Cable Available
Heating system Forced Air
Cooling system Central Air

Amenities

existing bar with plumbing
walk-in cooler
dedicated brewery area
indoor & outdoor seating
free on-site parking
building signage

Building Details

Year built 2022
Listing Agency: NAI Wisinski of West Michigan
Listed By: Kara Schroer · License #6501373674
Added: Jul 30 Last Checked: Aug 1 at 7:06AM
MLS# 26039436

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Located at 525 E Ransom Street in Kalamazoo, this first-floor bar and brewery space is designed for a brewery, taproom, or bar concept. The property includes an existing bar with plumbing, a dedicated brewery area, and a walk-in cooler. Indoor and outdoor seating are available, along with building signage.

Set within Harrison Circle, which includes 80 apartment units, the space benefits from consistent day and night activity tied to surrounding residential density. It is next to Papa’s Italian Sausage, and a new 228-unit apartment community is scheduled to open across the street in summer 2026. Free on-site parking is included, which is identified as a rare amenity for the area.

The building was constructed in 2022. The space is heated with forced air and cooled with central air, and it features a fireplace. Cable service is available. Lot size is 1.34 acres, and the property size is 2,320 square feet.

Key Highlights

  • 1.34‑acre site with 2,320 SF first‑floor bar and brewery space
  • Existing bar with plumbing plus dedicated brewery area
  • Walk‑in cooler included

Property Analytics

Current Use

Harrison Circle Apartment Building JUST IN STUDIOS Art Dealer

Suggested Use

Top Pick (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Acupuncture Pet Store Pet Store & Service Clothing & Fashion Store Grocery & Convenience 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

NNN (Triple Net)
Lease Type
$3.00 /SF/Yr
CAM

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

1,766
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 49007, MI

10,353
Population
5,102
Households
2
Avg Household Size
31
Median Age
24%
College-Educated
84%
High-School Grad
3.5 sq mi
ZIP Area
2,958
Density / Sq Mi
$39,309
Median Household Income
$24,723
Median Earnings
$1,017
Median Rent
$103,400
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Industrial in Midwest region

4.4% 2019
4.9% 2020
3.6% 2021
3.1% 2022
4.6% 2023
5% 2024
4.9% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Brewery - First-floor bar and brewery buildout with existing bar plumbing, walk-in cooler, and indoor and outdoor seating.
Where is this brewery located?
The property is located at 525 E Ransom Street Kalamazoo, MI.
What is the lease rate?
The lease rate is $20 SF/Yr.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 1.34‑acre site with 2,320 SF first‑floor bar and brewery space; Existing bar with plumbing plus dedicated brewery area; Walk‑in cooler included
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