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Boardman Riverfront Resort

6841 Brown Bridge Road, Traverse City, MI 49696

For Sale
$2,950,000

Commercial, Traverse City, MI

Property Size10,404 SF
Lot Size40.00 Acres
Price / SF$283.54
Days on Market48

Property Features for 6841 Brown Bridge Road

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Zoning description Restaurant/Food, Motel/Hotel
Parking features Parking Lot
Exterior features Wood
Lot features Freestanding
Directions Garfield Rd. to left on Hobbs Hwy. to slight right to Ranch Rudolf Rd. to left on Brown Bridge Rd. to left in to Ranch Rudolf.
Subdivision Grand Traverse
Standard status Active
Size 10,404 SF
Lot size 40.00 Acres

Tenancy & Operations

Currently Operating Yes
Business Included Yes

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Description SE 1/4 OF SE 1/4 EXC RD R/W SEC 7 T26N R9W
Legal Description SE 1/4 OF SE 1/4 EXC RD R/W SEC 7 T26N R9W

Utilities

Water source Private
Water front 1

Amenities

underground heated swimming pool
two stocked trout ponds
1,300 feet of private frontage on the Boardman River
25 campsites with restroom/shower buildings
laundry room
garage
linen storage building
55-person meeting room
pavilion/game room
direct access to 100 miles of groomed trails for snowmobiling
cross-country skiing access

Building Details

Building materials Frame
Roof type Asphalt, Metal
Listing Agency: REMAX Bayshore - Union St TC · RE/MAX International
Listed By: Christina Ingersoll · License #6501279134
Added: Sep 23 Changed: Oct 27 Last Checked: Nov 9 at 3:06AM
MLS# 1950916

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Investment Insights

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This 40-acre resort includes 15 motel units, a private house, and a full-service restaurant with seating for 147 and a liquor license. Event facilities include a 55-person meeting room and a pavilion/game room with capacity for 113. The property also has 25 campsites, restroom and shower buildings, a laundry room, garage, linen storage, and a 10,404-square-foot property. Recreation amenities include an underground heated swimming pool, two stocked trout ponds, and a canoe, kayak, and inner tube livery.

The resort has 1,300 feet of private frontage on the Boardman River. Summer activities include canoe and tube rentals; winter access connects to 100 miles of groomed trails in Grand Traverse County and other groomed trail systems. Muncie Lake Pathways, the VASA Trail, North Country Trail, and Sand Lakes Quiet Area are also nearby. The property is 16 miles from downtown Traverse City.

Key Highlights

  • 40‑acre resort with 15 motel units and a private house
  • Restaurant seats 147 and includes a liquor license
  • 25 campsites with restroom and shower buildings

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$139,068
Cap Rate
4.71%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$2,781,360 $2.8M
Cap Rate 7%
$1,986,686 $2.0M
Cap Rate 9%
$1,545,200 $1.5M
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 10,404 SF
Gross rent
$197.3K $18.96/SF
− Vacancy
−$11.8K −$1.14/SF
EGI
$185.4K $17.82/SF
− OpEx
−$46.4K −$4.46/SF
NOI
$139.1K $13.37/SF
Area
Grand Traverse County, MI
Vacancy
6.00%
Lease Rate
$18.96 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
25.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$2,781,360
Cap Rate 7%
$1,986,686
Cap Rate 9%
$1,545,200

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Specialty Retail
$1.99M
$1.74M – $2.32M (±1% cap)
NOI $139,068 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.71%
Second Best
Hotel Hospitality
$1.12M
$978.5K – $1.30M (±1% cap)
NOI $78,280 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 2.65%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$2.26M
$1.98M – $2.64M (±1% cap)
NOI $158,207 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.36%
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Current Use

Ranch Rudolf Inc Hotel & Motel

Lease Details

Turnkey business
Opportunity
Yes
Liquor license

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

6
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 49696, MI

9,528
Population
5,005
Households
1.9
Avg Household Size
43
Median Age
41%
College-Educated
96%
High-School Grad
68.7 sq mi
ZIP Area
139
Density / Sq Mi
$96,138
Median Household Income
$46,893
Median Earnings
$1,309
Median Rent
$289,300
Median Home Value
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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Midwest region

8% 2020
7.3% 2021
6.5% 2022
6% 2023
5.7% 2024
6.3% 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Resort - Lodging, dining, campsites, recreation facilities, and event space bring multiple operations together on one resort property.
Where is this resort located?
The property is located at 6841 Brown Bridge Road Traverse City, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $2,950,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 40‑acre resort with 15 motel units and a private house; Restaurant seats 147 and includes a liquor license; 25 campsites with restroom and shower buildings
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