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Historic Downtown Mixed-Use Building
For Sale
$549,900

94 N Union Street, Sparta, MI 49345

Commercial Sale, Sparta, MI

Property Size6,327 SF
Lot Size0.61 Acres
Price / SF$86.91
Days on Market203

Property Features for 94 N Union Street

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Bathrooms 4
Full bathrooms 4
Rooms Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 4
Parking 20
Interior features Broadband
Elementary school district Sparta
Middle school district Sparta
High school district Sparta
Directions Sparta ave East on 13 mile to North on Union
Standard status Active
APN 41-05-14-353-003
Size 6,327 SF
Lot size 0.61 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year 2025
Tax Description PT LOT 18 COM 146 FT N OF NW COR LOT 1 BLK 2 TH E 132 FT TH N 166 FT TH S 66D 00M E TO E LINE OF W 140.67 FT OF LOT 18 B
Tax Annual Amount 5052
Legal Description PT LOT 18 COM 146 FT N OF NW COR LOT 1 BLK 2 TH E 132 FT TH N 166 FT TH S 66D 00M E TO E LINE OF W 140.67 FT OF LOT 18 B

Utilities

Utilities Cable Available
Heating system Forced Air
Cooling system Central Air
Water front features Creek
Water front 1

Building Details

Year built 1928
Floors in Building 3
Number of units 3
Building materials Brick
Listing Agency: United Realty Services LLC
Listed By: Chris Botruff
Added: Mar 18 Changed: Oct 2 Last Checked: Oct 6 at 1:06AM
MLS# 26010591

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Built in 1928, this brick mixed-use property contains 6,327 square feet across three finished levels on a 0.61-acre parcel. The main floor includes an operationally configured commercial kitchen with an 8-foot cooking hood, major equipment, an accessible layout, and an ADA-compliant bathroom. Finished second and third floors provide additional commercial areas, with the upper level including a full bathroom and kitchenette featuring a granite countertop and sink. Plumbing and sink areas are present on all three floors.

The building has received extensive updates, including roof recoating in 2024, brick tuck-pointing, electrical and plumbing work, attic insulation, LED lighting, restored skylight features, and a building-wide surveillance system. A lift was installed in winter 2026 and inspected and approved by the State of Michigan. The property also includes a sealed driveway and parking lot, substantial creek frontage, central air, forced-air heating, and cable availability.

Located within Sparta’s downtown parks, civic-center, festival, and community activity area, the property is at 94 N Union Street in Kent County, Michigan.

Key Highlights

  • 6,327 square feet across three finished levels on 0.61 acres
  • Commercial kitchen with 8‑foot commercial cooking hood and major equipment
  • Lift installed winter 2026; inspected and approved by the State of Michigan

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$29,587
Cap Rate
5.38%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$591,740 $591.7K
Cap Rate 7%
$422,671 $422.7K
Cap Rate 9%
$328,744 $328.7K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 6,327 SF
Gross rent
$43.5K $6.88/SF
− Vacancy
−$1.3K −$0.20/SF
EGI
$42.3K $6.68/SF
− OpEx
−$12.7K −$2.00/SF
NOI
$29.6K $4.68/SF
Area
Kent County, MI
Vacancy
2.90%
Lease Rate
$6.88 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$591,740
Cap Rate 7%
$422,671
Cap Rate 9%
$328,744

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Mixed Use
$1.04M
$910.1K – $1.21M (±1% cap)
NOI $72,809 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 13.24%
Second Best
Specialty Retail
$1.01M
$879.6K – $1.17M (±1% cap)
NOI $70,371 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 12.80%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$1.13M
$990.2K – $1.32M (±1% cap)
NOI $79,214 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 14.41%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

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Current Use

Hot Spot Cafe & Coffee Shop Shopscrapbook101.com event Center ... (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store

Suggested Use

Top Pick Law Firm Real Estate Agency Parking Lot & Garage Grocery & Convenience Store HVAC Service (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store

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
Utilities to site

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

277
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 49345, MI

13,734
Population
5,074
Households
2.7
Avg Household Size
39
Median Age
28%
College-Educated
93%
High-School Grad
52.2 sq mi
ZIP Area
263
Density / Sq Mi
$84,918
Median Household Income
$44,051
Median Earnings
$968
Median Rent
$261,400
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
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Mixed-use property - Three finished levels combine a commercial kitchen, accessible main floor, upper-level business areas, and creek frontage.
Where is this mixed-use property located?
The property is located at 94 N Union Street Sparta, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $549,900.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 6,327 square feet across three finished levels on 0.61 acres; Commercial kitchen with 8‑foot commercial cooking hood and major equipment; Lift installed winter 2026; inspected and approved by the State of Michigan
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