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Automotive Property with Shop Equipment
For Sale
$499,000

895 W Shaw Street, Howard City, MI 49329

Commercial Sale, Howard City, MI

Property Size2,760 SF
Lot Size1.45 Acres
Price / SF$180.80
Days on Market104

Property Features for 895 W Shaw Street

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Retail
Bathrooms 2
Full bathrooms 2
Rooms Bathroom 2, Bathroom 1
Elementary school district Tri County
Middle school district Tri County
High school district Tri County
Standard status Active
APN 047-434-554-12
Size 2,760 SF
Lot size 1.45 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year 2026
Tax Description LOT 2 AND E 1/2 OF LOT 3 BENNETT PLAT NO. 1 VILLAGE OF HOWARD CITY
Tax Annual Amount 5100
Legal Description LOT 2 AND E 1/2 OF LOT 3 BENNETT PLAT NO. 1 VILLAGE OF HOWARD CITY

Utilities

Utilities Phone Available
Heating system Forced Air

Building Details

Year built 2007
Floors in Building 2
Number of units 1
Building materials Block, Vinyl Siding
Roof type Composition
Listing Agency: Century 21 Affiliated (GR)
Listed By: Jason R Carlson
Added: Jul 14 Changed: Oct 8 Last Checked: Oct 25 at 3:06PM
MLS# 26037661

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Investment Insights

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This automotive property includes 2,760 square feet on a 1.45-acre site, with real estate and operating business assets included in the sale. Built in 2007, the facility features block and vinyl siding, forced-air heating, a composition roof, and two bathrooms. Tools, vehicle lifts, and shop equipment are included, while physical vehicle inventory is excluded and will be handled separately. The vehicle lot accommodates roughly 30 vehicles.

The property is located in Howard City, less than one mile from US-131 and approximately 35 minutes north of Grand Rapids. Highway access and phone availability are also identified among the property features.

Key Highlights

  • 2,760‑square‑foot automotive facility on 1.45 acres
  • Built in 2007 with block and vinyl siding
  • Lot fits roughly 30 vehicles

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$42,087
Cap Rate
8.43%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$841,740 $841.7K
Cap Rate 7%
$601,243 $601.2K
Cap Rate 9%
$467,633 $467.6K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 2,760 SF
Gross rent
$61.6K $22.32/SF
− Vacancy
−$1.5K −$0.54/SF
EGI
$60.1K $21.78/SF
− OpEx
−$18.0K −$6.54/SF
NOI
$42.1K $15.25/SF
Area
Montcalm County, MI
Vacancy
2.40%
Lease Rate
$22.32 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
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Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$841,740
Cap Rate 7%
$601,243
Cap Rate 9%
$467,633

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Industrial
$601.2K
$526.1K – $701.5K (±1% cap)
NOI $42,087 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 8.43%
Second Best
Retail
$409.3K
$358.1K – $477.5K (±1% cap)
NOI $28,651 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.74%
Theoretical Best
Self Storage
$38.20M
$33.42M – $44.56M (±1% cap)
NOI $2,673,775 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 535.83%
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Current Use

Keller North Country ... Car Dealership

Suggested Use

Top Pick Auto Parts Store Parking Lot & Garage Dental Office Pharmacy Law Firm Restaurant

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
Yes
Highway access
Yes
Paved road access

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

59
Businesses Nearby
Well-served
Demand for This Use

Demographics for 49329, MI

8,707
Population
3,824
Households
2.3
Avg Household Size
39
Median Age
15%
College-Educated
89%
High-School Grad
78.6 sq mi
ZIP Area
111
Density / Sq Mi
$71,585
Median Household Income
$37,418
Median Earnings
$870
Median Rent
$190,900
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?
Automotive property - Includes operating business assets, vehicle lifts, tools, and shop equipment; physical vehicle inventory is excluded.
Where is this automotive property located?
The property is located at 895 W Shaw Street Howard City, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $499,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 2,760‑square‑foot automotive facility on 1.45 acres; Built in 2007 with block and vinyl siding; Lot fits roughly 30 vehicles
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