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Established Restaurant with Parking
For Sale
$225,000

916 North Ave, Battle Creek, MI 49017

Compact commercial layout accommodates takeout, dine-in, and drive-through service.

Property Size1,316 SF
Price / SF$170.97
Days on Market50

Property Features for 916 North Ave

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 1,316 SF

Additional Details

Business Included Yes

Building Details

Year Built 1980
Listing Agency: eXp Realty LLC
Listed By: Karen D Elmore-Woods
Source: Katie-k
Added: Sep 1 Changed: Oct 6 Last Checked: Oct 7 at 4:02PM

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The Drumstick is a restaurant property and operating concept at 916 North Ave in Battle Creek, Michigan. Built in 1980, the 1,316-square-foot facility has a compact configuration suited to takeout, dine-in, and drive-through service, with on-site parking for customers.

The restaurant has operated at this location for more than 40 years and offers a menu centered on fried chicken, fish, barbecue ribs, and traditional side dishes. The sale presents an opportunity to continue the existing concept and goodwill or adapt the site for a different restaurant operation. Its North Avenue location provides direct street access within Battle Creek.

Key Highlights

  • 1,316‑square‑foot restaurant building constructed in 1980
  • Operating restaurant concept with more than 40 years at the location
  • Layout supports takeout, dine‑in, and drive‑through service

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$14,637
Cap Rate
6.51%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$292,740 $292.7K
Cap Rate 7%
$209,100 $209.1K
Cap Rate 9%
$162,633 $162.6K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 1,316 SF
Gross rent
$20.4K $15.48/SF
− Vacancy
−$856 −$0.65/SF
EGI
$19.5K $14.83/SF
− OpEx
−$4.9K −$3.71/SF
NOI
$14.6K $11.12/SF
Area
Calhoun County, MI
Vacancy
4.20%
Lease Rate
$15.48 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
25.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$292,740
Cap Rate 7%
$209,100
Cap Rate 9%
$162,633

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Specialty Retail
$209.1K
$183.0K – $244.0K (±1% cap)
NOI $14,637 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.51%
Second Best
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no second resolved use
Theoretical Best
Healthcare Medical
$15.61M
$13.66M – $18.21M (±1% cap)
NOI $1,092,760 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 485.67%
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Current Use

Drumstick Restaurant

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

Turnkey business
Opportunity

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

72
Businesses Nearby
2k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use

Foot Traffic Nearby

Shops & Services 100%
Marathon Petroleum Shops & Services
2,370 visits/mo 0.2 miles

Demographics for 49017, MI

21,377
Population
9,701
Households
2.2
Avg Household Size
42
Median Age
20%
College-Educated
92%
High-School Grad
56.8 sq mi
ZIP Area
376
Density / Sq Mi
$58,500
Median Household Income
$40,386
Median Earnings
$946
Median Rent
$134,800
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 - Compact commercial layout accommodates takeout, dine-in, and drive-through service.
Where is this conventional restaurant located?
The property is located at 916 North Ave Battle Creek, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $225,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 1,316‑square‑foot restaurant building constructed in 1980; Operating restaurant concept with more than 40 years at the location; Layout supports takeout, dine‑in, and drive‑through service
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