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    242 E Kalamazoo Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49007

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    Restored 1930s building with on-site parking near downtown Kalamazoo.

    Type:Office
    Added:
    Aug 14, 2023
    Days on Market:
    1028
    Last Refresh:
    May 12 at 9:21 pm

    Property Features for 242 E Kalamazoo Ave

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Property subtype
    Office

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    Suite 103A $20/Mo

    Size
    2,074 SF
    Type
    Office
    The 2008 renovation exposed the expansive windows, original wood & steel columns...
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    Suite 103 $20/Mo

    Size
    4,030 SF
    Type
    Office
    The 2008 renovation exposed the expansive windows, original wood & steel columns...
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    Trisha Kidd

    Listing agent Trisha Kidd License #6502433025

    Listing office Plaza Corp

    Listing date Aug 14, 2023

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    HighLights

    • Walking distance to Kalamazoo's best dining, shopping, and entertainment.
    • Onsite parking for employees & guests.
    • Authentically historic loft‑style space, originally built in the 1930s.
    • Restored in 2008, exposing expansive windows, original wood & steel columns & beams, and restored brickwork.
    • Unique history as an armory, dance hall, and A&P Grocery Store.
    • Located in the United Building, formerly United Electric.

    Overview

    The United Building, originally constructed in the 1930s and restored in 2008, features a loft-style space with a history as an armory and dance hall during World War II. Later, it functioned as an A&P Grocery Store and was subsequently occupied by electrical supply companies, including United Electric. The 2008 renovation revealed expansive windows, original wood and steel columns and beams, and restored brickwork. Onsite parking is available for employees and guests. The property is located within walking distance of dining, shopping, and entertainment options in Kalamazoo.
    Property Profile Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    TowerPinkster Architecture Firm United Building LLC Construction Company

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Restaurant Law Firm Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Gym & Fitness Center Daycare Center

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Location Insight

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    City
    Kalamazoo
    County
    Kalamazoo
    State
    Michigan
    Longitude
    -85.581243
    Latitude
    42.294494

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Office units - Restored 1930s building with on-site parking near downtown Kalamazoo.
    Where is this office units located?
    The property is located at 242 E Kalamazoo Ave Kalamazoo, MI.
    What is the lease rate?
    The lease rate is $20 SF/Yr.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Walking distance to Kalamazoo's best dining, shopping, and entertainment.; Onsite parking for employees & guests.; Authentically historic loft‑style space, originally built in the 1930s.
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    Real Estate License ID: 6502433025
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    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

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    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

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    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
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    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
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