TABLE OF CONTENTS
REGION 1
REGION 8
Delft Theatre, Escanaba............................................... 5
North Shore Lake Front Development, Gladstone........ 5
Former Timbers Motel site, Iron Mountain.................... 6
Old Pamida site, Ironwood............................................ 6
Nardi Building, Ishpeming............................................. 7
Templeton lot, Sault Ste. Marie..................................... 7
117–119 South Superior Street, Albion....................... 24
64 West Michigan Avenue, Battle Creek..................... 24
85/87 West Michigan Avenue, Battle Creek............... 25
Infill potential, Battle Creek......................................... 25
Rivers Edge, Kalamazoo.............................................. 26
Campbell Soup building*, Marshall............................ 26
Charlie’s BBQ*, Marshall.............................................. 27
Marshall Logistics*, Marshall....................................... 27
Northeast block of downtown, Quincy........................ 28
REGION 2
Lally Building*, Boyne City............................................ 8
Fotchman Lot*, Boyne City........................................... 8
Lake and Ray Lot*, Boyne City...................................... 9
400 River Street*, Manistee........................................... 9
401 River Street*, Manistee......................................... 10
Mobile station*, Manistee........................................... 10
200 East Lake Street, Petoskey................................... 11
Blarney Castle, Traverse City....................................... 11
REGION 3
310 North Second Avenue, Alpena............................. 12
Former Cheboygan Hardware, Cheboygan................ 12
Old Bear Archery, Grayling.......................................... 13
REGION 4
116 Locust Street*, Allegan......................................... 14
136 Brady Street*, Allegan.......................................... 14
155 Brady Street*, Allegan.......................................... 15
105 Fulton Street, Grand Haven.................................. 15
Madison Street/6th Street, Grand Haven.................... 16
120 West Main Street, Middleville.............................. 16
Former Dill’s Restaurant, Middleville........................... 17
Ameribank Building*, Muskegon................................ 17
Hartshorn Marina lot*, Muskegon............................... 18
Windward Pointe*, Muskegon..................................... 18
City of Newaygo Industrial Park, Newaygo................. 19
REGION 5
Budd Lake Bar, Harrison.............................................. 20
410 West Broadway Street, Mt. Pleasant.................... 20
Jefferson Apartments, Saginaw................................... 21
REGION 6
REGION 9
Hamerman site, Adrian................................................ 29
The Keefer House, Hillsdale........................................ 29
Midtown building, Hillsdale........................................ 30
Holkins property, Howell............................................. 30
Vermeulen Building, Jackson...................................... 31
Former La-Z-Boy headquarters, Monroe..................... 31
Vacant property (DDA lot), Pinckney........................... 32
Gilbert Ground Estates*, Ypsilanti............................... 32
Trojan Cleaners*, Ypsilanti........................................... 33
Water Street redevelopment area*, Ypsilanti.............. 33
REGION 10
West Dearborn Downtown, Dearborn........................ 34
15145 Eight Mile Road*, Eastpointe........................... 34
22711 Kelly Road*, Eastpointe.................................... 35
24200 Stephens Road*, Eastpointe............................. 35
Allied Printing building, Ferndale............................... 36
26026 Southfield Road*, Lathrup Village.................... 36
Annie Lathrop School*, Lathrup Village...................... 37
Bowling Center*, Lathrup Village................................ 37
Stilson Field, Mt. Clemens........................................... 38
Adell Towers, Novi...................................................... 38
Rare waterfront residential, Pontiac............................. 39
Coolidge Business District site, River Rouge............... 39
Former Kmart*, Roseville............................................. 40
Little Mack*, Roseville................................................. 40
Utica Junction*, Roseville............................................ 41
Northland Mall, Southfield.......................................... 42
Former City Hall building, Wyandotte........................ 43
Vacant land/Physicians Park, Grand Blanc................... 22
REGION 7
Trowbridge Village, East Lansing................................ 23
Lake Trust block, Lansing............................................. 23
*RRC Certified® communities
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REGION 1
Upper Peninsula region
Delft Theatre
907 Ludington Street, Escanaba, MI 49829
This historic 1915 theater could be re-purposed as a community events center.
The building’s essential historical characteristics remain intact and could be
restored. Classic movies could be re-introduced along with live performances
or events like craft shows, weddings, meetings or silent film festivals.
Owner: Pencom Development Corporation (Dave Harris)
Contact: Dave Harris, 906.786.1308
Community contact: Ed Lagault, 906.789.8696, [email protected]
Blaine DeGrave, 906.786.9402 [email protected]
Zoning: Commercial
Lot size: 60' x 140'; 0.19 total acres
Building size: 7,844 square feet
State equalized value: $58,140
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas
Additional info: This Dutch Delft-style architecture was popular in the early
20th century. All characteristics remain of the original structure.
North Shore Lake Front Development
Rains Drive, Gladstone, MI 49837
The city encourages flexible development along this large undeveloped
waterfront area adjacent to downtown Gladstone. Developers will have the
ability to design innovative projects that maximize the use of the waterfront
and respond to changing markets. Projects will include a mixture of uses
including residential, businesses that strongly support tourism, nonmotorized amenities and other public amenities.
Owner: City of Gladstone, Besse Forest Products, Upper Lakes Coal
Contact: Renee Barron, Community Development Director
906.428.4586, [email protected]
Zoning: General mixed-use
Lot size: 50 acres
Building size: Vacant lot
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REGION 1
Upper Peninsula region
Former Timbers Motel site
200 South Stephenson Avenue, Iron Mountain, MI 49801
Envisioned as a multi-story, mixed-use of residential, retail or commercial.
A proposed site/building design should adhere to the traditional downtown
development style, be pedestrian-friendly, and create a focal point for the
community.
Owner: ABB Partnership
Contact: Mark Blomquist, 906.396.7000, [email protected]
Community contact: Jordan Stanchina
906.774.8530, [email protected]
Zoning: Downtown mixed-use
Lot size: 2 acres (one city block)
Building size: 32,000 square feet
State equalized value: $245,000
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas, DSL, cable
Former Pamida grocery store
216 West McLeod Avenue, Ironwood, MI 49938
Formerly the site of the Pamida grocery store, this property has the potential
to transform downtown Ironwood’s (and the UP’s) western gateway. A future
redevelopment is envisioned as a community-oriented mixed-use.
Owner: Roy Ahonen Investments
Contact: Tom Bergman, Community Development Director
906.932.5050 x126, [email protected]
Zoning: Downtown mixed-use
Lot size: 0.7 acres
Building size: 23,200 square feet
State equalized value: $51,730
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas, DSL, cable
Additional info: This property is identified in the City of Ironwood’s awardwinning comprehensive plan (pgs. 3–14) for redevelopment for mixed-use.
Residential housing TMA and retail TMA identify gaps in retail and housing
that would fit nicely in this location per the comprehensive plan.
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Upper Peninsula region
Nardi Building
203 South Main Street, Ishpeming, MI 49849
Located in the center of the downtown, this is one of the most important
buildings in Ishpeming. It is a three-story, historic red sandstone and brick
monument. It should be restored to capture the original historic character
of the building, but also have modern functionality and efficiency. It is
literally— and should be symbolically and commercially— the center of the
city. It is the most important piece of real estate in downtown Ishpeming.
Owner: Nardi Realty Company
Contact: Nardi Realty Company
Community contact: Mark Slown, City Manager, City Hall
Zoning: Downtown mixed-use
Lot size: approximately 40' x 105'
Building size: 12,726 square feet
State equalized value: $26,000
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas, DSL, cable
Additional info: 2016 property tax was $1,559
Templeton lot
100 Block of West Portage Avenue
Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783
Envisioned as a multi-story, mixed-use, retail/restaurant on first floor with
residential above. Located within walking distance of the Soo Locks Visitor
Center and Sault Ste. Marie’s walkable downtown.
Owner: Mariner Joint Venture
Contact: Justin Knepper, Downtown Manager, 906.635.6973
Zoning: Tourism mixed-use
Lot size: 200' x115'; 0.524 acres
Building size: Vacant lot
State equalized value: $17,600 (2016)
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas, DSL, cable, fiber
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REGION 2
Northwest region
Lally Building
100 North Lake Street, Boyne City, MI 49712
This currently vacant building is located close to
downtown with views of Lake Charlevoix and offers a
commercial redevelopment opportunity. Property has
111 feet of frontage on Lake Street with ingress and
egress from Lake and Park streets. Veterans Park is
directly across the street.
Owner: Patrick and Carolyn Lally
Contact: Pat O’Brien Realty
231.582.1700, [email protected]
City contact: Michael Cain
231.582.0377, [email protected]
Zoning: Downtown mixed-use
Lot size: 0.35 acres
Building size: 5,000 square feet
State equalized value: $76,700
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas, fiber, cable
Certification: Main Street: Master
Fotchman lot
17 North Park Street, Boyne City, MI 49712
Currently paved and being used as a city parking lot,
the property has frontage on Park and River Streets
and is zoned and suitable for a mixed-use commercial/
residential project. Across the street from the historic
Old City Park, the lot has approximately 135 feet of
frontage on the Boyne River.
Owner: City of Boyne City
Contact: Michael Cain,
231.582.0377, [email protected]
Zoning: Downtown mixed-use
Lot size: 0.6 acres
Building size: Vacant lot
State equalized value: $0 (city owned)
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas, fiber, cable
Certification: Main Street: Master
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Northwest region
Lake and Ray lot
101 South Lake Street, Boyne City, MI 49712
This vacant lot at the corner of Ray and South
Lake streets is at a prime location for mixed-use
redevelopment such as ground-floor retail which offers
an interactive sidewalk experience to encourage fluid
indoor and outdoor activity. The successful surrounding
businesses and urban design leverage the opportunity
potential to improve connectivity and walkability in
downtown Boyne City. Beyond the ground floor, a
second, third, and possibly a fourth floor have the flexibility to be office
space, rental apartments or for-sale condominiums.
Owner: City of Boyne City
Contact: Michael Cain
231.582.0377, [email protected]
Zoning: Downtown mixed-use
Lot size: 0.13 acres
Building size: Vacant lot
State equalized value: $0 (city owned)
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas, cable, fiber
Certification: Main Street: Master
400 River Street
Manistee, MI 49660
Located in the heart of historic downtown Manistee,
this building offers a majestic view of the Manistee
River Channel. The building provides an opportunity
for multiple commercial tenants with the potential
of adding a second story that could be a mixture
of commercial and residential. Strong foot traffic is
available at both street level and from the river walk.
A large, partially covered parking lot comes with the property.
Owner: ISO Grand Rapids Real Estate LLC
Contact: Ben Pitcher, 616.866.6684
City contact: Denise Blakeslee, 231.398.2805, [email protected]
Zoning: Downtown mixed-use
Lot size: 0.5 acres
Building size: 14,420 square feet
State equalized value: $249,900
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas, cable
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REGION 2
Northwest region
401 River Street and adjacent parking lot
Manistee, MI 49660
Constructed in 1872, this beautiful building is perfect for
mixed-use development. The first floor can accommodate
a wide variety of commercial uses. The second floor is
available for apartments and condos, or as a hotel. The
historical significance of the building contributes to the
Manistee Commercial Historical District, which is located
on the National Register of Historic Places.
Owner: ISO Grand Rapids Real Estate LLC
Contact: Ben Pitcher , 616.866.6684
City contact: Denise Blakeslee, 231.398.2805, [email protected]
Zoning: Downtown mixed-use
Lot size: 0.239 acres
Building size: 7,200 square feet
State equalized value: $102,600
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas, cable
Mobile station and vacant lot
21 Cypress Street, Manistee, MI 49660
This site is located at one of the busiest intersections
on US-31 with the largest daily traffic count in the city.
The current structures are ready to be razed to create a
prime building site for a restaurant or numerous other
commercial uses. Additional properties may be available
for purchase to create a development spanning over
half of a city block.
Owner: Blarney Castle Oil Co.
Contact: Dennis P. McCarthy, 231.864.3488
City contact: Denise Blakeslee, 231.398.2805, [email protected]
Zoning: Waterfront mixed-use
Lot size: 0.42 acres
Building size: 1,708 square feet
State equalized value: $53,600
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas, cable
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REGION 2
Northwest region
200 East Lake Street
Petoskey, MI 49770
The site is an entire city block on the west edge of the downtown Petoskey
fronting US-31 and overlooking Little Traverse Bay. The property is
development ready with all available utilities and excavated for the potential
of underground public parking. The desired development outcome is a
mixed-use development built to the scale of downtown Petoskey.
Owner: Elias Amash
Contact: Elias Amash, 616.299.7195
Community contact: Amy Tweeten, City Planner
231.347.2500, [email protected]
Zoning: PUD mixed-use
Lot size: A city block; just under 2 acres
State equalized value: $1.75 million
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas, DSL, cable
Blarney Castle
444 East Eighth Street and 508 Wellington Street,
Traverse City MI 49686
Multi-story, mixed-use development envisioned for the site. Development
within the Eighth Street Corridor area should maximize waterfront
opportunities and connect to the Traverse Area Recreation and
Transportation Trails system. Buildings should be located at or near the
sidewalk and front property line. Parking should be provided in the rear of
the building if possible, and a mix of uses is encouraged. Building height of
2–5 stories is sought.
Owner: Blarney Castle Oil Co.
Contact: 231.947.5085
City contact: Russ Soyring, 231.922.4465, [email protected]
Zoning: General mixed-use
Lot size: 0.59 acres
Building size: Vacant lot
State equalized value: $117,930
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas, cable, DSL
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REGION 3
Northeast region
310 North Second Avenue
Alpena, MI 49707
Prime parcel located at the intersection of Second Avenue and Water Street
fronting the Thunder Bay River in the heart of Alpena’s downtown commercial
district. Located within four blocks of numerous restaurants, coffee shop,
multiple parks, library, two movie theaters, professional live theater, dog
park, two art galleries, marina and more. Opportunity to develop up to five
stories of mixed-use space with first floor retail and 2–4 floors of market rate
apartments or condominiums.
Owner: Target Alpena Development Corporation
Contact: Jim Klarich, 989.354.2666
Community contact: Adam Poll, City Planner, 989.354.1771
Zoning: Downtown mixed-use
Lot size: 0.62 acres
State equalized value: $40,000
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas, fiber
Former Cheboygan Hardware
103 West State Street, Cheboygan, MI 49721
This site has 140 feet of Cheboygan River frontage and 72 feet on State
Street (US-23). An ideal retail site for kayaking sales and rental center or any
marine related sales and activity. The site is in the Downtown Development
Authority district and as it was built in the early 1900s, it has significant
historic value. The site is located adjacent to Bois Blanc Island ferry boat
service, which has departure and arrivals up to eight times per day.
Owner: Union Bag & Barrel Inc.
Contact: Marty Spaulding [email protected]
Community contact: Tom Eustice, City Manager
231.627.9931, [email protected]
Zoning: Downtown mixed-use
Lot size: 72' x 140'
Building size: 2,634 square feet plus full basement
State equalized value: $75,000
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas, DSL cable, fiber
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REGION 3
Northeast region
Old Bear Archery
5671 M-72 West, Grayling, MI 49738
Located just 100 yards from Grayling’s rejuvenated downtown, this site
offers the opportunity for significant mixed-use development. The city’s
vision is for high-income townhomes/condos with commercial by the road.
In addition to being close to downtown, the site offers 830 feet of frontage
on M-72, 800 feet of river frontage, and access to the bike trail system.
Owner: Bill Gannon
Contact: Bill Gannon, 989.350.1881
Community contact: Erich Podjaske, 989.390.3102
Zoning: General commercial
Lot size: 18 acres (six parcels)
Building size: Needs to be torn down
State equalized value: $500,000 (all parcels combined)
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas, DSL, cable
Certification: Main Street: Select
Additional info: The seller would prefer to sell the site as a whole, but is
willing to entertain individual parcel sales.
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REGION 4
West Michigan region
116 Locust Street
Allegan, MI 49010
Located in the center of Allegan’s downtown retail
district, this historic building is a prime location for
a restaurant and second floor residential units. Front
and rear façade improvements worth $100,000 were
recently completed.
Owner: CD Sturgis Enterprises
Contact: C&D Enterprises, 269.673.5120
City contact: City Hall, 269.673.5511
Zoning: Downtown mixed-use
Lot size: .107 acres
Building size: 6,994 square feet
State equalized value: $78,000
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas, cable
136 Brady Street
Allegan, MI 49010
This building, nestled in the heart of Allegan’s
downtown and just steps away from its rapidly
developing riverfront, would be a fantastic location
for a shop or restaurant.
Owner: City of Allegan DDA
Contact: City Hall, 269.673.5511
Zoning: Downtown mixed-use
Lot size: 0.06 acres
Building size: 6,158 square feet
State equalized value: $0
Utilities: Water, sewer, natural gas, electricity, cable
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West Michigan region
155 Brady Street
Allegan, MI 49010
Located in the heart of downtown Allegan, 155 Brady
Street’s unique location at a prominent intersection
invites strong foot traffic and pedestrian visibility
from the sidewalk. The first floor can accommodate
food oriented retail and the second floor presents an
opportunity to develop historic rehab residential units
with unique views of the downtown and riverfront.
Owner: City of Allegan
Contact: Robert Hillard, 269.673.5511 x229, [email protected]
Zoning: C-1 Central Business District
Lot size: 0.12 acres
Building size: 14,640 square feet
State equalized value: $0 (city owned)
Utilities: Water, sewer, natural gas, electricity, cable
105 Fulton Street, 215 North Second Street,
and 132 Elliot Street
Grand Haven, MI 49417
Surrounded by other redeveloped properties, these three parcels comprise
an entire block are primed for mixed-use and traditional neighborhood
development. With walkable access to the boardwalk and downtown, the
use of quality designing and materials will create a great sense of place.
Owner: Stanco Metal Company
Contact: Jennifer Howland, 616.847.3490, [email protected]
Zoning: Downtown mixed-use
Lot size: 2.3 acres (parcels combined)
Building size: 13,500 square feet
State equalized value: $388,200 (total combined)
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas
Certification: Main Street: Master
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REGION 4
West Michigan region
Madison Street and 6th Street parcel
Grand Haven, MI 49417
An addition to our more modern housing stock for this traditional
neighborhood. A mixed-use development could also be supported in
this area. Updated utilities and street surface will be completed by late
September 2015.
Owner: Madison Court LLC
Contact: Tom Adams, 616.846.4694
Contact: Jennifer Howland, 616.847.3490, [email protected]
Zoning: Old Town District
Lot size: 0.8 acres
Building size: Vacant lot
State equalized value: $59,400
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas
Certification: Main Street: Master
120 West Main Street
Middleville, MI 49333
Mixed-use of residential, retail or commercial. A proposed site design
should adhere to the natural river district setback requirements while
providing aesthetic quality through the incorporation of the scenic river view
and access. This site is critical to linking the downtown on the west side of
the Thornapple River.
Owner: PRO-M LLC
Contact: Rick Menke, 513.703.1026, [email protected]
City contact: Brian Urquhart
269.795.3385, [email protected]
Zoning: Medium density residential with natural features setback
Lot size: 0.327 acres
Building size: 10,500 square feet
State equalized value: $65,400
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas
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REGION 4
West Michigan region
Former Dill’s Restaurant
117 East Main Street, Middleville, MI 49333
Location is ideal for commercial or retail space. Village desires a mid to
upscale dining establishment, brewery or distillery from local entrepreneurs.
Owner: Chemical Bank
Contact: Pat Doezema, 269.838.1469
City contact: Brian Urquhart
269.795.3385, [email protected]
Zoning: C-1 Central Business District
Lot size: 0.14 acres
Building size: 3,700 square feet
State equalized value: $67,800
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas
Ameribank Building
880 First Street, Muskegon, MI 49440
The city’s objective is to sell the property to a private person/
entity to be redeveloped for mixed-use. The first floor should
include commercial uses, such as retail, restaurant, etc., and
the uppers floors should be redeveloped for market-rate
residential housing, preferably mid-market apartments. The
possibility exists for indoor parking.
Owner: City of Muskegon
Contact: Cathy Brubaker-Clarke, 231.724.6702
Community contact: Mike Franzak, 231.724.6702
Zoning: Form-based Code (residential or mixed-use)
Lot size: 0.57 acres
Building size: Total floor area of 36,800 square feet (five main floors)
State equalized value: No SEV, but TCV is $203,492
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas
Additional info: Formerly Ameribank, the building was built in 1923 and
remodeled in 1972. The building is located in the heart of downtown
Muskegon, near shopping, restaurants, brew pubs, entertainment and
recreation and is only minutes from Muskegon Lake.
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REGION 4
West Michigan region
Hartshorn Marina lot
1000 West Western Avenue, Muskegon, MI 49441
The City of Muskegon desires redevelopment of this site
that currently serves as an overflow parking lot to the
city-owned Hartshorn Marina. This lakefront property has
beautiful views of Muskegon Lake and would be a great
location for residential or mixed-use development. The
property is conveniently located in downtown Muskegon
near retail, restaurants and night life.
Owner: City of Muskegon
Contact: Mike Franzak, 231.724.6702
Zoning: Waterfront mixed-use with form-based code
Lot size: 3.5 acres
State equalized value: No SEV, but TCV is $140,700
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas, DSL, cable
Additional info: Detailed site information available at
www.muskegon-mi.gov/cresources/PIP.pdf.
Windward Pointe
2400 Lakeshore Drive, Muskegon, MI 49441
Windward Pointe is envisioned to be one of the most
significant lakefront destinations in the Midwest,
boasting over one mile of Muskegon Lake shoreline
bordering the 120-acre prime waterfront site. The site
of a former paper mill, Windward Pointe offers a variety
of opportunities for mixed-use development featuring
residential, commercial and community features on the
shores of Muskegon Lake with access to Lake Michigan.
Owner: Pure Muskegon LLC
Contact: Donald Kettler, 231.638.2399, [email protected]
Community contact: Mike Franzak, City of Muskegon, 231.724.6702
Zoning: General Industrial with potential for rezoning to waterfront mixed-use
Lot size: 120 acres
Building size: One building remaining, approximately 40,000 square feet
State equalized value: $1,584,900
Utilities: Water, natural gas, electricity, DSL, cable
Additional info: More information available at www.windward-pointe.com
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REGION 4
West Michigan region
City of Newaygo Industrial Park
Southpark Avenue, Newaygo, MI 49337
The city of Newaygo is a thriving, beautiful and energetic community. Its
charming downtown is located on the Muskegon River. It is the economic
hub of the southern portion of Newaygo County located on the crossroads
of M-37 and M-82.
Owner: City of Newaygo
Contact: Jon Schneider, City Manager, 231.652.1657, [email protected]
Zoning: Industrial
Lot size: 8.3 acres
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity , natural gas
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REGION 5
East Central Michigan region
Budd Lake Bar
198 East Main Street, Harrison, MI 48625
Located at the intersection of First (Business Route 127) and Main Street,
the Budd Lake Bar site sits in the city’s key downtown commercial sector and
within the DDA. The city would like to see the site redeveloped into a new
commercial, retail, or restaurant use.
Owner: Ruth Clemens, 888.843.7469, [email protected]
Contact: Coldwell Banker Commercial, Schmidt Realtors
Community contact: Tracey Beadle, City Manager/Clerk
989-537-7145 x200, [email protected]
Zoning: Commercial
Building size: 5,728 square feet
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas, cable
Additional info: The city’s zoning ordinance allows the development of
mixed-use development in the C-2 District, including second-floor dwellings
as a permitted use.
410 West Broadway Street
Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858
410 West Broadway Street is a prime shovel ready development site in
downtown, directly adjacent to city hall, the Chippewa River and Island Park.
The city desires to see the property developed into a mixed-use, multistory development that can anchor the west end of downtown. A first-floor
commercial tenant has been identified and is committed to needing at least
7,500 square feet.
Owner: City of Mt. Pleasant Economic Development Corporation
Contact: Michelle Sponseller, Downtown Development Director
989.779.5348, [email protected]
Zoning: Downtown mixed-use
Lot size: 1.4 acres
State equalized value: $0
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas, cable, fiber
Additional info: There are no minimum parking requirements for this site and
195 public parking spaces are immediately adjacent. A recently completed
residential target market analysis is available to assist with the justification of
housing type needs and potential market rates specific to the community.
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REGION 5
East Central Michigan region
Jefferson Apartments
505 Millard Street, Saginaw, MI 48607
The Jefferson Apartments is a commercial and industrial building. This
building is located in the Riverfront Mixed-use District of downtown
Saginaw and would be an ideal location for 35 market-rate apartments
ranging from studios to two-bedroom units. This is a prime site, just steps
away from the rapidly growing medical hub and future educational center
in the city of Saginaw.
Owner: City of Saginaw.
Contact: Tom Miller, Jr., 989.754.8222, [email protected]
Zoning: Waterfront mixed-use
Lot size: 0.276 total acres
Building size: 31,368 total square footage
State equalized value: $0 (city-owned)
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas
Additional info: The current owner of the property is the City of Saginaw.
This 30,000-square-foot building was completed in 1926. Plans are to
continue with the renovation of the property and listing it for sale. It has
connected water and sewer services. It also has a working electrical system
that may require upgrading.
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REGION 6
East Michigan region
206, 210, 216 Reid Road
Grand Blanc, MI 48439
Located directly in front of Physicians Park and just off the city’s downtown
commercial corridor, these development-ready parcels are the perfect
location for a unique restaurant or family-owned business.
Owner: City of Grand Blanc
Contact: Wendy L. Jean-Buhrer, 810.694.1118
Zoning: Commercial with Central Business District Overlay
Lot size: 281.42' x 174.68'
State equalized value: $0.00
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas, DSL, cable, fiber
Additional info: The adjacent park is actively programmed throughout the
year including a music concert series in the summer and ice skating in the
winter. The buildings formerly on the parcels have been demolished.
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REGION 7
South Central region
Trowbridge Village
1100 Trowbridge Road, East Lansing, MI 48823
Trowbridge Village serves as the southwest entrance to Michigan State
University and the city of East Lansing and boasts a vibrant commercial
center with numerous multicultural and popular businesses. This area has
a strong international influence and is anchored by the Amtrak station and
a new Fresh Thyme grocery market. It is privately owned with multiple
owners and different land uses. The Amtrak train station is currently being
redeveloped as the “Multi-Modal Transportation Center,” creating the
potential for additional transit-oriented development.
Owner: Phoenix International Inc.
Contact: Tass Mekani, [email protected]
City contact: Lori Mullins, 517.319.6887, [email protected]
Zoning: B-2 Retail Sales business
Lot size: 3.43 acres
Building size: Hotel: 16,805 square feet; restaurant: 4,505 square feet
State equalized value: $676,500
Utilities: Water, sewer, natural gas, cable
Lake Trust block (7 parcels)
501 South Capitol Avenue, Lansing, MI 48912
An entire city block including a 70,000-square-foot building with frontage
on both South Washington Square and Capitol Avenue. The three-acre site
offers enough land to build a great mixed-use development within easy
walking distance of several major employers and downtown amenities.
Close to I-496 with quick access to parking. Great opportunity for urban
development in the heart of the metro Lansing area.
Owner: Lake Trust Credit Union
Contact: Kara Stuewe, 517.267.7181, [email protected]
City contact: Karl Dorshimer, 517.702.3387 x210, [email protected]
Zoning: Commercial, office, and downtown mixed-use
Lot size: 3.0 acres
Building size: 71,208 square feet
State equalized value: $2,357,200
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas
Certification: Main Street: Select (Lansing Principal Shopping District)
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REGION 8
Southwest region
117–119 South Superior Street
Albion, MI 49224
This set of two buildings provide a total of 5,260 square feet of developable
space adjacent to the new Albion Marriot Courtyard Hotel and just north of
the historically renovated Bohm Theatre. Building 117 has two stories with
approximately 1,225 square feet on each level. Building 119 is slightly larger,
with 1,267.5 square feet on each floor (two stories) and a single-story addition
(277 square feet) in the rear. Downtown Albion has many entertainment
options, including a new brewery set and a unique partnership opportunity
with the Albion Food Hub, a commercial kitchen and incubator located right
around the corner from this site.
Owner: Calhoun County Land Bank
Contact: Albion Economic Development Corporation, 517.692.3926
City contact: Albion Economic Development Corporation, 517.692.3926
Zoning: Downtown mixed-use
Lot size: 0.09 acres
Building size: 5,260 square feet
State equalized value: $0
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas
64 West Michigan Avenue
Battle Creek, MI 49017
This two-story building is located at a key intersection in the downtown Battle
Creek central business district. The easily accessible site has great visibility
and is located adjacent to public parking, the Kalamazoo River, and many
businesses, restaurants, parks, and activities.
Owner: Calhoun County Land Bank Authority
Contact: Krista Trout-Edwards, 269.781.0859, [email protected]
City contact: Christine Zuzga, 269.966.3320, [email protected]
Zoning: C-7 Street Level Retail
Lot size: 0.16 acres
Building size: 13,500 square feet
State equalized value: $0 (city owned)
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas, cable, DSL, fiber
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Southwest region
85/87 West Michigan Avenue
Battle Creek, MI 49017
This set of two two-story buildings provide a total of 4,900 square feet
of space per floor, and although previously used as one business, they
can easily be transitioned back to two separate buildings. This building is
located along the main thoroughfare of the central business district and is
adjacent to public parking and public open space. The easily accessible
site has great visibility and is located among many businesses, restaurants,
parks, and activities.
Owner: Southern Michigan Bank and Trust
Contact: Deb Davis, 269.979.0489, [email protected]
City contact: Christine Zuzga, 269.966.3320, [email protected]
Zoning: C-7 Street Level Retail
Lot size: 0.17 acres
Building size: 9,800 square feet
State equalized value: $88,783
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas, cable, DSL, fiber
Infill potential at McCamly and Van Buren
SW corner McCamly and VanBuren Streets,
Battle Creek, MI 49017
Great location with 235 feet frontage on McCamly Street and 135 feet of
frontage on VanBuren Street; next to the city linear trail and the Battle Creek
River. Relatively flat property that is currently being used as surface parking,
but a great multi-use potential with additional public parking to the west.
In close proximity to stores, restaurants, parks, multi-modal transportation
center, and activities.
Owner: City of Battle Creek
Contact: Ted Dearing, Assistant City Manager,
Community/Economic Development;
269.966.3378; [email protected]
Community contact: Christine Zuzga
269.966.3320, [email protected]
Zoning: Downtown mixed-use
Lot size: 0.7 acres with potential for more
State equalized value: $0 (city-owned)
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas, DSL, cable, fiber
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Southwest region
Rivers Edge
508 Harrison Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49007
Envisioned as a mix of commercial, office and residential uses of high quality
design and materials which complement (but not necessarily imitate) the
revitalization downtown. A plan for redevelopment was created with extensive
community input and the location serves as a hub of the community’s railway
system.
Owner: City of Kalamazoo
Contact: Jerome Kisscorni, 269.337.8082, [email protected]
Zoning: RF-O Riverfront Overlay
Lot size: 56 acres
Building size: Vacant lot
State equalized value: $0 (city owned)
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas
Campbell Soup building
210 West Oliver Drive, Marshall, MI 49068
Conveniently located in Marshall’s industrial park, this
is an opportunity that should not be missed. Formerly
occupied by the Campbell’s Soup factory, it sits on 9.7
acres. This was a former food-grade processing facility
and has refrigeration and freezing systems. Within the
building is 106,170 square feet of warehouse, 6,400
square feet of office on two floors and open work areas,
plus conference areas. There are four covered receiving docks, three shipping
docks and two compactor docks with 6-inch reinforced concrete flooring.
Marshall is currently constructing their own fiber utilities within the city which
will be a big benefit to all businesses.
Contact: Scott Fleming, 734.765.8124, [email protected]
Zoning: Light industrial
Building size: 102,030 square feet
State equalized value: $1,908,300
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas, fiber
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Southwest region
Charlie’s BBQ
924 West Hanover Street, Marshall, MI 49068
Formerly the home of Charlie’s BBQ, this building offers
restaurant facilities on 0.3 acres. The uses could include
everything from convenience stores, retail shops,
greenhouse or nursery, and a wide variety of other uses.
There is room for growth in this area and the site is
conveniently located to the recreation ball fields.
Contact: Scott Fleming
734.765.8124, [email protected]
Zoning: Light industrial
Building size: 2,270 square feet
State equalized value: $50,500
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas, fiber
Marshall Logistics LLC
905 Industrial Road, Marshall, MI 49068
Conveniently located 905 Industrial Road in Marshall’s
industrial park, this industrial warehouse has a
combined 132,000 square feet of warehouse space and
small office. It has an overall building ceiling height of
22 feet. The facility has nine truck docks and one gradelevel overhead door which gives this building great
capacity for storage and receiving trucks. This building
is equipped with all the amenities needed for industrial operation. With the
upcoming fiber utilities within the city, you will not want to miss this great
opportunity.
Contact: Scott Fleming, 734.765.8124, [email protected]
Zoning: Light industrial
Building size: 111,882 square feet
State equalized value: $952,400
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas, cable
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REGION 8
Southwest region
Northeast block of downtown
East Chicago Street, Quincy, MI 49082
The village is looking to redevelop the parcel for new commercial, residential,
and/or multi-use buildings. The redeveloped block will also see expanded
public space that will tie in to the newly redeveloped Village Park to the north.
Owner: Most owned by village; three private parcels that we will work to
acquire
Contact: Eric Zuzga, 517.639.9065 x11, [email protected]
Zoning: Downtown mixed-use
Lot size: Several lots involved
State equalized value: $0
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas, DSL, cable, fiber
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REGION 9
Southeast Michigan region
Hamerman site
115 South Main Street, Adrian, MI 49221
Complete historic rehab of building; main floor retail, residential upper
floors. City of Adrian completing similar project now utilizing blight, façade,
rental rehab, brownfield and OPRA incentives which could be duplicated for
this project. This project when completed would support 15,000 square feet
of retail and 20 apartments on upper floors.
Owner: Goedert Realty
Contact: Mark Goedert, 517.265.9644
Community contact: Chris Miller, 517.902.6100, [email protected]
Zoning: Downtown mixed-use
Lot size: 0.370 acres
Building size: Approx. 30,000 square feet
State equalized value: $108,700
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas, DSL, cable, fiber
Additional info: In 2016–17, over $15 million in historic renovations and
new construction will be completed in downtown Adrian. The city has
experienced dramatic growth in student populations and capital investments
at Adrian College, Siena Heights University, and Jackson College over the
past decade, and has accomplished significant Placemaking projects, many
focused on the arts, trails and recreation.
The Keefer House
100 North Howell Street, Hillsdale, MI 49242
The Keefer House has been a Hillsdale landmark since 1885. Restoration of
this 30,000-square-foot gem to a modern boutique hotel, restaurant and
two store fronts will allow 30 properly sized rooms to satisfy contemporary
tastes without sacrificing its historic nature. Potential for incentives from the
city and state in addition to historic tax credits. Nearby Hillsdale College
and resort lakes provide a ready market for guests throughout the year.
Owner: Horton Family Trust
Contact: Mary Wolfram, 517.914.1248, [email protected]
City contact: Alan Beeker, 517.437.6449, [email protected]
Zoning: Downtown mixed-use
Lot size: 0.308 acres
Building size: 21,524 square feet
State equalized value: $61,200
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas
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Southeast Michigan region
Midtown building
34 McCollum Street, Hillsdale, MI 49242
The Midtown building was built in 1922 in the new Commercial Brick
architectural style as one of the first automobile dealerships. This
20,000-square-feet space, with its wide show room windows, retained its
character through its 1980s conversion but now requires transformation to a
modern and much-needed office suite. Adjacent city lots, on-street parking,
historic tax credits, and TIFA incentives make this goal achievable.
Owner: John M Chase Jr. Rev Trust
Contact: Mary Wolfram, 517.914.1248, [email protected]
City contact: Alan Beeker, 517.437.6449, [email protected]
Zoning: B-2 Central Business District
Lot size: 0.394 acres
Building size: 18,000 square feet
State equalized value: $237,900
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas
Holkins property
214 North Walnut Street, Howell, MI 48843
Redevelopment opportunity in the heart of downtown Howell. Building
can be demolished. Potential exists for entire city block to be acquired
for a mixed-use project with flexibility in design and uses. City supports
additional residential and commercial density to complement the existing
historic buildings downtown.
Owner: Joe Parker, Howell Land Development Corporation
Contact: Joe Parker, 248.701.8030, [email protected]
Community contact: Timothy Schmitt, Community Development Director
517.546.3861, [email protected]
Zoning: Commercial with potential for downtown mixed-use
Lot size: 274' x 133'
Building size: 6,700 square feet
State equalized value: $394,600
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas, DSL, cable, fiber
Certification: Main Street: Master
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Southeast Michigan region
Vermeulen Building
131 West Cortland Street, Jackson, MI 49201
Beautiful location in downtown Jackson with frontage on both Washington
and Cortland streets. High traffic count means high visibility for your
business. Close to Consumers Energy, restaurants and downtown shopping.
C-3 zoning, potential incentives and grants could be available through
DDA. The vision for this redevelopment is mixed-use as the size and layout
are conducive to housing and retail.
Owner: Vermeulen Furniture
Contact: Phil Morgan, 717.782.2024
City contact: Jonathan Greene, 517.788.4035, [email protected]
Zoning: Downtown mixed-use
Lot size: 0.45 acres
Building size: 23,740 square feet
State equalized value: $150,200
Utilities: Water, sewer, cable
Former La-Z-Boy headquarters
1284 North Telegraph Road, Monroe, MI 48162
The city of Monroe would like this site to stand out as a sign of the potential
for how Telegraph Road could be developed in the future. A mixed-use
development, especially with destination retail or dining, would represent
the type of transformative project the community expressed a desire for in
public meetings.
Owner: La-Z-Boy Inc.
Contact: NAI Farbman, Paul DeBono or John Harwood, 248.353.0500
Community contact: Matt Wallace, Planning Department
Zoning: Commercial with potential for mixed-use PUD
Lot size: 15.7 acres
Building size: 250,653 square feet (14 buildings)
State equalized value: $1,112,500
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas, fiber
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Southeast Michigan region
135 West Main Street
Pinckney, MI 48169
This property is envisioned as a future mixed-use retail/residential
development. High traffic on Main Street and ample parking from the
adjacent municipal lot make this an ideal opportunity for a developer.
Owner: Village of Pinckney Downtown Development Authority
Contact: Amy Salowitz, 734.878.6206, [email protected]
Community contact: Amy Salowitz, 734.878.6206
[email protected]
Zoning: Downtown mixed-use
Lot size: 0.31 acres
State equalized value: $0
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas, cable
Gilbert Ground Estates
220 North Park Street, Ypsilanti MI 48198
The grounds of the redeveloped Gilbert Estate, steps
away from historic Depot Town in Ypsilanti, would
be the perfect location for your townhouse project.
Parcel is located in the midst of a thriving historic
neighborhood.
Owner: City of Ypsilanti
Contact: Beth Ernat, 734.482.9774
[email protected]
Zoning: Medium density residential with form-based design standards
Lot size: 3.8 acres
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas, cable
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Southeast Michigan region
Trojan Cleaners
20 North Adams Street, Ypsilanti, MI 48197
This prime corner located directly adjacent to the
Ypsilanti Transit Center and the Eastern Michigan
University College of Business in the center of historic
downtown Ypsilanti is prime for an infill mixed-use
development.
Owner: Bang H Shin
Community contact: Beth Ernat, 734.482.9774
[email protected]
Zoning: Downtown mixed-use
Lot size: 0.15 acres
Building size: 2,080 square feet
State equalized value: $70,100
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas, DSL, cable, fiber
Water Street redevelopment area
100 East Michigan Avenue, Ypsilanti, MI 48198
This 38-acre sub-dividable area offers a build-to-suit site
on Michigan Avenue moments from historic downtown
and Depot Town. It’s prime for multi-story mixed-use,
walkable development.
Owner: City of Ypsilanti
Community contact: Beth Ernat, 734.482.9774,
[email protected]
Zoning: Downtown mixed-use
Lot size: 38 acres
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REGION 10
Detroit Metro region
West Dearborn Downtown
22300 block of West Village Drive, Dearborn, MI 48124
Ideally located between two newly complete civic parking structures
capable of holding more than 600 automobiles. Perfect candidate for infill
mixed-use. The recently completed West Village Commons, containing
more than 20,000 square feet, frame the view of the site from Michigan
Avenue. An upscale, fully occupied townhouse neighborhood is less than a
block away with major recreational and cultural facilities within a short walk.
This has become an even more prime location with the new Ford Wagner
project being only a block or two away. Construction commencing in 2017
with roughly 650 new Ford employees.
Owner: City of Dearborn
Contact: Barry Murray, 313.943.2195, [email protected]
Zoning: Downtown mixed-use
Lot size: 1.4 acres
Building size: Vacant lot
State equalized value: $0 (city owned)
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas, cable
15145 Eight Mile Road
Eastpointe, MI 48021
Possibilities for this site may include a community
oriented use such as a grocery store, appliance store,
hardware, or restaurant.
Owner: Mary Properties LLC, West Bloomfield
Contact: Mr. Yono, 248.931.5359
City contact: Mary Van Haaren, Development Director
586.445.3661 x2208
[email protected]
Zoning: Commercial
Lot size: 1.792 acres
Building size: Vacant lot
State equalized value: $208,230
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas, cable, DSL, fiber
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Detroit Metro region
22711 Kelly Road
Eastpointe, MI 48021
This former bank building is a perfect opportunity for
the next retail, restaurant, bank, or office use. The site is
located on the prominent northwest corner of Nine Mile
and Kelly roads and has an average daily traffic exceeding
25,000 across Nine Mile Road. With easy access to the
building and both parking lots from either Nine Mile or
Kelly roads, and an existing drive-thru window, it boasts
optimal convenience.
Owner: First State Bank
Contact: 586.445.6640
City contact:Mary Van Haaren, Development Director
586.445.3661 x2208, [email protected]
Zoning: Commercial
Lot size: .92 acres
Building size: 6,544 square feet
State equalized value: 226,200
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas, cable, DSL, fiber
24200 Gratiot Avenue
Eastpointe, MI 48021
This former dealership is envisioned as a microbrewery,
live/work lofts, or a creative learning center. This
property presents a prime opportunity for a developer
or user to obtain a large parcel in a densely populated
market. Gratiot Avenue, which has over 27,000 cars per
day, provides a great opportunity for a retailer looking
to enter into this highly sought after market.
Owner: Landmark Properties
Contact: 248.488.2620
City contact:Mary Van Haaren, Development Director
586.445.3661 x2208, [email protected]
Zoning: Commercial
Lot size: 1.683 acres
Building size: 28,800 square feet
State equalized value: $452,940
Utilities: Water, natural gas, electricity, cable, DSL
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Detroit Metro region
Allied Printing building
22438 Woodward Avenue, Ferndale, MI 48220
Located on one of Ferndale’s main commercial corridors, this development
provides an opportunity for mixed-use office/retail or even a multi-function/
entrepreneurial hub space. This is an opportunity to be part of an increasingly
pedestrian-friendly, young, and affordable community.
Owner: Allied Printing Company
Contact: Margaret Fitzgerald, CFO
248.591.5205, [email protected]
Community contact: Jordan Twardy, CED Director
248.546.2525 x109, [email protected]
Zoning: Commercial
Lot size: 0.34 acres
Building size: 12,000 square feet
State equalized value: $361,980
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas, cable
26026 Southfield Road
Lathrup Village, MI 48076
Lathrup Village is being transformed into the type of
walkable, new urban destination that is so highly desired
by a diverse population of both young professionals
and empty-nesters alike. Equal parts town square, retail
district, and community hub, the future Lathrup Village is a
modern and vibrant downtown.
Owner: Jry Properties, Assad Faraj, 248.440.6161
Contact: Assad Faraj, 248.440.6161
Community contact: Sean Kammer, DDA Director, 248.557.2600 x223
Zoning: General mixed use
Lot size: 0.6 acres
State equalized value: $68,000
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas, DSL, cable, fiber
Additional info: This site will serve as a catalytic development that will lead to
the development of mixed-use buildings along Southfield Road, realizing the
vision laid out by the city’s master plan of a walkable, new urban destination.
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Detroit Metro region
Annie Lathrup School
27700 Southfield Road, Lathrup Village MI 48076
Envisioned for a mixed-use focal point for Lathrup Village’s
new city center; including potential for residential,
institutional, restaurant/brewery, office, and/or retail.
Owner: The Surnow Company
Contact: Rob Krochmal
248.867.3304, [email protected]
Community contact: Sean Kammer, Asst. City Admin.
248.557.2600 x223, [email protected]
Zoning: General mixed-use
Lot size: 4.08 acres
Building size: 42,200 square feet
State equalized value: $411,470
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas, DSL, cable, fiber
Additional info: 46,086 cars pass this site each day. Lighted intersection
for easy ingress/egress, easily accessible by surrounding communities
via Southfield Freeway and I-696, Inside Lathrup Village’s City Center, 22
classrooms, administrative offices, gymnasium with stage and basketball
hoops, cafeteria, and lunch room, Playground equipment, tennis courts, and
basketball court; densely populated area with strong median incomes.
Bowling Center
28200 Southfield Road, Lathrup Village, MI 48076
Lathrup Village is being transformed into the type
of walkable, new urban destination that is so highly
desired by a diverse population of both young
professionals and empty-nesters alike. Equal parts town
square, retail district, and community hub, the future
Lathrup Village is a modern and vibrant downtown.
Owner: Bowling Centers Association
Contact: Andrew Battersby, 248.476.3700
Community contact: Sean Kammer, DDA Director, 248.557.2600 x223
Zoning: General mixed-use
Lot size: 0.5 acres
Building size: 6,700 square feet
State equalized value: $170,360
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas, DSL, cable, fiber
Additional info: This site will serve as a catalytic development that will lead to
the development of mixed-use buildings along Southfield Road, realizing the
vision laid out by the city’s master plan of a walkable, new urban destination.
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Detroit Metro region
Stilson Field
100 North River Road, Mt. Clemens, MI 48043
Attached residential opportunity close to downtown. Mixed-use along
North River Road frontage, tied to new development at MacArthur Park
(including a planned universal accessible kayak launch) and non-motorized
connections to downtown and riverfront.
Owner: 100 North River LLC, Earl Stilson
Contact: Earl Stilson, 586.468.0937, [email protected]
Community contact: Brian Tingley, Community Development Director
[email protected]
586.469.6818 x901
Zoning: Waterfront mixed-use
Lot size: 5.75 acres
State equalized value: $335,336
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, natural gas, DSL, cable, fiber
Adell Towers
43700 Expo Center Drive, Novi, MI 48375
Redevelopment of the former Expo Center site can take advantage of its
prime location and visibility and become an icon from I-96.
Owner: Adell Brother’s Children’s Trust
Contact: Kevin Adell, 248.357.4566, [email protected]
City contact: Charles Boulard, 248.347.0423, [email protected]
Zoning: Commercial PUD
Lot size: 22.686 acres
Building size: Vacant lot
State equalized value: $749,750
Utilities: Sewer, electricity, natural gas, cable, fiber
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Detroit Metro region
Rare waterfront residential site
535 Branch Street, Pontiac, MI 48341
This parcel presents a rare opportunity to develop multi-family housing on
Crystal Lake. The site is minutes away from downtown Pontiac, Wesson
Lawn Tennis Club and the M1 Concourse. The property features great
views of Crystal Lake and the green Links at Crystal Lake Golf Course. The
location of the property is in the heart of Oakland County with easy access
to main roads, I-75, M-59 and neighboring communities
Owner: Pontiac Housing Commission, 248.338.4551
Contact: Ars Atisha, Advocate Realty, 248.530.2000
[email protected]
Community contact: Garland Doyle, Deputy Director, Community Dev.
248.758.3030
James Sabo, City Planner, 248.758.2816
Zoning: HIgh density residential
Lot size: 40 acres; 30 acres buildable
State equalized value: N/A (government-owned)
Utilities: Water, sewer
Coolidge Business District Site
1458 Coolidge Highway, River Rouge, MI 48218
Ideal site for retail business. Great possibility for an anchor business.
Located in Central Business District with steady traffic from West Jefferson
Avenue and I-75.
Owner: Orowa Jaward (O.J.), 313.995.5028, [email protected]
Community contact: Karl Laub, Community Development Director
734.624.6204, [email protected]
Zoning: General mixed-use
Lot size: 2.129 acres
State equalized value: $66,400
Utilities: Water, sewer, electricity, cable
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Detroit Metro region
Former Kmart
17580 Frazho Road, Roseville, MI 48066
Located along Gratiot Avenue, one of the busiest
commercial highways in the state, access from I-696 and
I-94 make this property an ideal location for any mixeduse/retail, restaurant, entertainment center, commercialbased use. With over 17 acres of land the possibilities
are endless.
Owner: Kmart of Michigan Inc.
Community contact: Brandon Jonas, Community &
Economic Development Administrator
586.447.4606, [email protected]
Zoning: Commercial
Lot size: 16.7 acres
Building size: 167,589
State equalized value: $2,346,246
Utilities: Water, sewer
30066 Little Mack Avenue
Roseville, MI 48066
Just minutes from I-94, I-696, and Gratiot Avenue
(M-3), this property offers excellent access for hotel
accommodations or condominiums. Any commercial
or light Industrial use would have a great potential
redevelopment opportunity. The community is willing
to work with the developer on any zoning issues and
incentives.
Owner: 30066 Little Mack Property LLC
Community contact: Brandon Jonas, Community & Economic
Development Administrator
586.447.4606, [email protected]
Zoning: Light industrial
Lot size: 13.44 total acres
Building size: 45,661 square feet
State equalized value: $262,500
Utilities: Water, sewer
Additional info: Applicant will have to check with utilities company for
electricity and natural gas connections.
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Detroit Metro region
Utica Junction property
28491 and 28675 Utica Junction, Roseville, MI 48066
As an anchor to downtown, the development of a
mixed-use, retail, and/or food establishment is a top
priority. It is important that this new construction
development demonstrates urban characteristics such
as zero lot line buildings, sidewalk grade store frontage,
large open windows on storefronts to increase street
activity and outdoor seating to provide depth to the
downtown visual experience.
Owner: Pastor Jerry Piscopo
Community contact: Brandon Jonas
Community & Economic Development Administrator
586.447.4606, [email protected]
Zoning: Commercial with mixed-use overlay
Lot size: 1.68 total acres
State equalized value: N/A
Utilities: Water, sewer
Additional info: Property located in the D.D.A. district. Tax incentives
available through the city and state.
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Detroit Metro region
Northland Mall redevelopment
21500 Northwestern Highway, Southfield, MI 48075
Located just north of 8 Mile Road, the Northland Mall
site is an important southern gateway from Detroit
into Southfield. With ample capacity to support retail,
residential, office, lodging, and office uses, this site
boasts a wealth of redevelopment potential.
A comprehensive redevelopment plan for the site was
completed in 2016 and indicates the vision is to create
a dynamic mixed-use destination with a variety of activities focused around
a series of unique public spaces linked through a greenspace network.
A market study completed in association with this plan indicates that it will
be important to generate enough retail, commercial and entertainment uses
as possible in order to create a true integrated concept. The city anticipates
that the development will reflect an urban mixed-use lifestyle with a
walkable site plan. Office space will provide a wide range of options from
institutional style development to smaller, entrepreneurial, space reflecting
a “live/work” lifestyle.
Owner: City of Southfield
Community contact:Al Aceves, Southfield DDA Executive Director
248.796.5190, [email protected]
Rochelle Katz-Freeman, City of Southfield Business
and Economic Development Director
248.250.1898, [email protected]
Zoning: Currently commercial with detailed recommendations for planned
districts
Lot size: 125 acres
State equalized value: None (city owned), but in addition to the $2.4 million
the city is spending to purchase Northland, Southfield also anticipates
spending an additional $8–$10 million on the demolition and remediation of
the property. There is currently a $31 million mortgage lien on the property
which will be extinguished upon the city’s purchase of the property.
Utilities: Water, sewer, natural gas, electricity, cable. All roads surrounding
the site have been reconstructed except for internal roadways.
Additional info: Visit www.imaginenorthland.com for more information.
42 | redevelopment ready communities®
REGION 10
Detroit Metro region
Former City Hall building
3131 and 3149 Biddle Avenue, Wyandotte, MI 48192
A wonderful opportunity for a mixed-use redevelopment located in the
heart of downtown Wyandotte. A multi-story commercial and residential
development is desired at the site of this former city hall and vacant lot.
Owner: City of Wyandotte
Community contact: Todd Drysdale, 734.324.4566, [email protected]
Mark Kowalewski, 734.324.4544, [email protected]
Zoning: Commercial
Lot size: 0.28 acres
Buliding size: 32,520 square feet
Utilities: Water, sewer, natural gas, electricity, cable
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