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Waterfront Restaurant with Dock
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$899,000

7493 River Rd, Cottrellville, MI 48039

Indoor dining, a heated enclosed bar, outdoor seating and boat wells serve a range of waterfront guests.

Property Size3,600 SF
Lot Size1.52 Acres
Price / SF$249.72
Days on Market15

Property Features for 7493 River Rd

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 3,600 SF
Total Parking Spaces 90
Lot size 1.52 Acres
Property subtype Business Opportunity

Additional Details

Business Included Yes
Patio Yes

Amenities

dock
boat wells
enclosed tiki bar
flat-screen TVs
Listing Agency: KW Platinum
Listed By: Michael Frank · License #6502118179
Source: Exprealty
Added: Oct 6 Changed: Oct 19 Last Checked: Oct 19 at 12:18PM

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This St. Clair River restaurant includes approximately 3,600 square feet of space, with indoor seating for approximately 150 and a patio for approximately 100. An enclosed tiki bar seats 24 and has heaters. The 110-foot-by-15-foot dock adds dining space and contains six boat wells. A full commercial kitchen is equipped with newer appliances, including an ice machine, stove, grill and fryers. Improvements include new flooring in the bar and dining room, 10 flat-screen TVs and an updated men’s restroom.

The property occupies a 110-foot-by-600-foot parcel on the St. Clair River, with views of passing freighters and the Canadian shoreline. On-site parking accommodates approximately 90 vehicles.

Key Highlights

  • Approximately 3,600 square feet on a 110‑foot‑by‑600‑foot parcel
  • Indoor seating for approximately 150, plus patio seating for approximately 100
  • 110‑foot‑by‑15‑foot dock with six boat wells

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$49,861
Cap Rate
5.55%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$997,220 $997.2K
Cap Rate 7%
$712,300 $712.3K
Cap Rate 9%
$554,011 $554.0K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 3,600 SF
Gross rent
$68.3K $18.96/SF
− Vacancy
−$1.8K −$0.49/SF
EGI
$66.5K $18.47/SF
− OpEx
−$16.6K −$4.62/SF
NOI
$49.9K $13.85/SF
Area
St. Clair County, MI
Vacancy
2.60%
Lease Rate
$18.96 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
25.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$997,220
Cap Rate 7%
$712,300
Cap Rate 9%
$554,011

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Specialty Retail
$712.3K
$623.3K – $831.0K (±1% cap)
NOI $49,861 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.55%
Second Best
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no second resolved use
Theoretical Best
Multifamily LT 5
$2.71M
$2.37M – $3.16M (±1% cap)
NOI $189,445 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 21.07%
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Current Use

AJ's Salt Docks Restaurant

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Computer & Electronic Repair (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Travel Agency Restaurant Hotel & Motel

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

Turnkey business
Opportunity

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

14
Businesses Nearby
Well-served
Demand for This Use

Demographics for 48039, MI

7,485
Population
3,701
Households
2
Avg Household Size
46
Median Age
20%
College-Educated
92%
High-School Grad
23.0 sq mi
ZIP Area
325
Density / Sq Mi
$76,304
Median Household Income
$42,715
Median Earnings
$879
Median Rent
$170,800
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?
Conventional restaurant - Indoor dining, a heated enclosed bar, outdoor seating and boat wells serve a range of waterfront guests.
Where is this conventional restaurant located?
The property is located at 7493 River Rd Cottrellville, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $899,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Approximately 3,600 square feet on a 110‑foot‑by‑600‑foot parcel; Indoor seating for approximately 150, plus patio seating for approximately 100; 110‑foot‑by‑15‑foot dock with six boat wells
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