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Drive-Through Restaurant Building
For Sale
$550,000

701 N Stephenson Avenue, Iron Mountain, MI 49801

COMMERCIAL - Iron Mountain, MI

Property Size3,124 SF
Lot Size0.15 Acres
Price / SF$176.06
Days on Market100

Property Features for 701 N Stephenson Avenue

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Parking features Off Street, Parking Lot
Patio and Porch features Patio
Exterior features Deck/Patio, Lawn Sprinkler, Wheelchair Access, Fence Owned
Fencing Fenced
Accessibility Accessible Approach with Ramp
Subdivision Gays Sub
Lot features Corner Lot, Main Street, Cleared
Standard status Active
Size 3,124 SF
Lot size 0.15 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year 2024
Tax Annual Amount 2200

Utilities

Heating system Forced Air
Cooling system Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Water source Public

Amenities

central air
lawn sprinklers
full basement
200 amp electric
vaulted tongue and groove ceilings

Building Details

Year built 1947
Roof type Asphalt
Listing Agency: HARRIS STATE WIDE
Listed By: HUGH HARRIS · License #UPAR
Added: Apr 23 Changed: Jul 30 Last Checked: Jul 31 at 6:06PM
MLS# 50205210

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Drive-through restaurant property with two commercial buildings and off-street parking. The space includes central air, forced air heating, a commercial freezer, lawn sprinklers, and a full basement, along with 200 amp electric service. Interior features include vaulted tongue and groove ceilings, and the building also offers wheelchair access with an accessible approach ramp. Outside, there is a patio and fenced areas, and the property has public water and an asphalt roof.

The buildings sit on Main Street and Highway US2 frontage. The former Smoklers drive-through building can be removed or sold separately if more space is required.

Built in 1947, this is a practical option for an owner-operator seeking a drive-through site, or for an investor evaluating a multi-building commercial setup with drive-through capability.

Key Highlights

  • Two commercial buildings with Main Street and Highway US2 frontage
  • Drive‑through capability plus off‑street parking lot
  • Central air and forced air heating

Financial Insights For Specialty Retail

Simulate Cap Rate and NOI

NOI Build-Up
Vacancy
income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year — subtracted from gross rent.
EGI (Effective Gross Income)
gross rent minus vacancy losses — the realistic income before paying operating costs.
OpEx (Operating Expenses)
recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management) — excludes financing and capital improvements.
NOI (Net Operating Income)
income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.

Component $ $/SF
Gross rent $48.4k $15.48
− Vacancy −$2.0k −$0.65
EGI $46.3k $14.83
− OpEx −$11.6k −$3.71
NOI $34.7k $11.12
3,124 SF · lease $15.48/SF/yr · vacancy 4.20% · expense 25.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Specialty Retail
$496.4K
$434.3K – $579.1K (±1% cap)
NOI $34,746 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.32%
Second Best
—
—
no second resolved use
Theoretical Best
Office A
$602.3K
$527.0K – $702.7K (±1% cap)
NOI $42,161 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.67%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Open Healing Space Alternative Medicine Practice Mike's Auto Repair Auto Repair Shop Smokler's BBQ & Catering Take-out & Catering

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Parking Lot & Garage Pharmacy Skin Care Clinic Bakery (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) 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

Yes
Highway access
Yes
Paved road access

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

187
Businesses Nearby
46k
Monthly Visits Nearby

Foot Traffic Nearby

Shops & Services 85% Dining 13% Hotels & Casinos 2%
Kwik Trip Shops & Services
33,563 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Dollar General Shops & Services
5,925 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Hardee's Dining
5,232 visits/mo 0.4 miles
A&W Restaurant Dining
890 visits/mo 0.1 miles
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Iron Mountain Hotels & Casinos
827 visits/mo 0.4 miles

Demographics for 49801, MI

11,479
Population
5,927
Households
1.9
Avg Household Size
46
Median Age
25%
College-Educated
95%
High-School Grad
123.9 sq mi
ZIP Area
93
Density / Sq Mi
$62,461
Median Household Income
$41,468
Median Earnings
$667
Median Rent
$157,800
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Midwest region

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

What type of property is this?
Drive through restaurant - Drive-through restaurant with central air, forced-air heat, a commercial freezer, and off-street parking lot.
Where is this drive through restaurant located?
The property is located at 701 N Stephenson Avenue Iron Mountain, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $550,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Two commercial buildings with Main Street and Highway US2 frontage; Drive‑through capability plus off‑street parking lot; Central air and forced air heating
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