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Freestanding Retail Building
For Sale
$1,600,000

7870 Southfield Rd, Detroit, MI 48228

A largely open sales floor is supported by service space, an overhead loading door, and three-phase power.

Property Size9,212 SF
Lot Size0.46 Acres
Price / SF$173.69
Days on Market51

Property Features for 7870 Southfield Rd

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 9,212 SF
Lot size 0.46 Acres
Property subtype Commercial
Zoning B-4

Additional Details

Highway Access Yes

Amenities

on-site/lighted parking
alley access
fenced site
central air
natural-gas forced-air heat
220V service
3-phase power
rubber roof
security system
closed-circuit cameras
overhead service/loading door

Building Details

Year Built 1945
Buildings 1
Construction brick
Listing Agency: EXP Realty Main
Listed By: Fadi Dabaja · License #6506045188
Source: Vmrealestatemichigan
Added: Aug 18 Changed: Oct 7 Last Checked: Sep 15 at 9:32AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This freestanding retail property contains approximately 9,212 SF on a 0.46-acre site. Its mostly open interior includes storefront glazing, sales and showroom space, back-of-house and utility areas, two restrooms, and an overhead service door. Building systems and features include central air, natural-gas forced-air heat, 220V service, three-phase power, a security system, and closed-circuit cameras. The structure is brick with a rubber roof, and the site is fenced with on-site lighting and alley access.

The property has 110 feet of frontage and sits along the Southfield Freeway corridor near Tireman, with exposure to freeway, service-drive, and Tireman traffic. Joy Road, Warren Avenue, Ford Road, and I-94 are identified as access routes. The site is in Detroit’s B-4 General Business District; use is subject to City approval and applicable requirements.

Key Highlights

  • Approximately 9,212 SF on 0.46 acres
  • 110 feet of frontage along the Southfield Freeway corridor
  • B‑4 General Business District zoning in Detroit

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$113,463
Cap Rate
7.09%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$2,269,260 $2.3M
Cap Rate 7%
$1,620,900 $1.6M
Cap Rate 9%
$1,260,700 $1.3M
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 9,212 SF
Gross rent
$171.3K $18.60/SF
− Vacancy
−$9.3K −$1.00/SF
EGI
$162.1K $17.60/SF
− OpEx
−$48.6K −$5.28/SF
NOI
$113.5K $12.32/SF
Area
ZIP 48228
Vacancy
5.40%
Lease Rate
$18.60 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$2,269,260
Cap Rate 7%
$1,620,900
Cap Rate 9%
$1,260,700

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Retail
$1.62M
$1.42M – $1.89M (±1% cap)
NOI $113,463 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.09%
Second Best
—
—
no second resolved use
Theoretical Best
Office A
$1.89M
$1.66M – $2.21M (±1% cap)
NOI $132,448 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 8.28%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Retail space

Suggested Use

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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

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

502
Businesses Nearby
25k
Monthly Visits Nearby

Foot Traffic Nearby

Shops & Services 73% Dining 27%
BP Shops & Services
11,589 visits/mo 0.5 miles
KFC Dining
6,653 visits/mo 0.5 miles
Dollar General Shops & Services
6,496 visits/mo 0.5 miles

Demographics for 48228, MI

53,893
Population
22,620
Households
2.4
Avg Household Size
31
Median Age
11%
College-Educated
78%
High-School Grad
8.9 sq mi
ZIP Area
6,055
Density / Sq Mi
$31,485
Median Household Income
$27,533
Median Earnings
$1,086
Median Rent
$55,100
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Detroit, MI

7.5% 2019
9.2% 2020
8.5% 2021
7.3% 2022
7.9% 2023
7% 2024
7% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Retail space - A largely open sales floor is supported by service space, an overhead loading door, and three-phase power.
Where is this retail space located?
The property is located at 7870 Southfield Rd Detroit, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,600,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Approximately 9,212 SF on 0.46 acres; 110 feet of frontage along the Southfield Freeway corridor; B‑4 General Business District zoning in Detroit
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