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More details for Lawrence Portfolio – Multifamily for Sale, Ann Arbor, MI

Lawrence Portfolio

  • Student Housing
  • Multifamily for Sale
  • $6,649,008 CAD
  • 14,267 SF
  • 2 Multifamily Properties

Ann Arbor Portfolio of properties for Sale - Washtenaw W of 23

The Lawrence Portfolio consists of 18 well-located units in the heart of Ann Arbor, with an attractive mix of one-and two-bedroom apartments ranging from approximately 550 to 700 square feet. Given the portfolio’s location, the tenant profile is primarily student-oriented, with many residents enrolled in medical school, graduate programs, or other University of Michigan academic tracks. The 12 units at 415 Lawrence are evenly split between one-and two-bedroom floor plans and were constructed in 1965 as purpose-built apartments, while the 6-unit building at 715 Lawrence is a converted home originally built in 1901 and comprised exclusively of one-bedroom apartments. Both properties operate on a per-unit leasing model with lease terms that follow the academic year. Over ownership’s 30-plus years of operation, the properties have demonstrated consistent performance and have historically maintained full occupancy. That trend continues today, with the portfolio currently 100% occupied and fully pre-leased for the 2026–2027 academic year. Ownership also requires full parental guarantees on all leases, providing an additional layer of security within the student housing model. 415 Lawrence is served by a gas-fired boiler system, while 715 Lawrence is served by gas forced air, with the landlord responsible for the heat expense at both buildings. Electric is separately metered and paid by the tenants, except for two units at 715 Lawrence that are on the house meter. Cooling is provided by individual electric sleeve units at 415 Lawrence and tenant-supplied window units at 715 Lawrence. Both properties have been well maintained, including a resurfaced roof at 415 Lawrence in 2025 and a roof replacement at 715 Lawrence approximately ten years ago. While the Lawrence Portfolio has a strong operating history, meaningful upside remains through rental-rate growth, utility surcharge or billback implementation, parking income, garage utilization, and selective unit upgrades. Current rental rates appear to be approximately $100 to $300 below market, with additional upside through interior upgrades. Ownership also does not currently charge for parking, monetize the six garage spaces, or collect a utility surcharge, representing approximately $21,500 in potential annual revenue. IPO’s underwriting utilizes in-place 2026–2027 academic year rents, actual operating expenses, and reassessed property taxes, resulting in a Year 1 NOI of $265,154. Year 2 assumes market-oriented rent growth, $75/unit parking charges, the full anticipated tax increase, and 2% expense growth, resulting in a Year 2 NOI of $261,556. Recent sales comparables in this area suggest a value of approximately $280,000 per unit. IPO believes debt for an asset of this quality and location will likely fall in the 55% to 60% LTV range. At prevailing rates and assuming interest-only debt, the Lawrence Portfolio should be positioned to generate a 4% to 5% cash-on-cash return in one of the Midwest’s strongest student housing markets. With demonstrated occupancy, secure lease structures, identifiable upside, and an exceptional campus-adjacent location, the Lawrence Portfolio offers investors the opportunity to capitalize on continued demand and long-term appreciation in one of Ann Arbor’s premier rental submarkets

Contact:

Income Property Organization

Property Subtype:

Multi Family

Date on Market:

2026-08-10

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More details for 408 Ann St, East Lansing, MI - Multifamily for Sale

408 Ann Street Studios - 408 Ann St

East Lansing, MI 48823

  • Student Housing
  • Multifamily for Sale
  • $1,800,773 CAD
  • 14,587 SF
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More details for 815 N Huron St, Ypsilanti, MI - Retail for Sale

Operating and Profitable Ypsilanti Dispensary - 815 N Huron St

Ypsilanti, MI 48197

  • Student Housing
  • Retail for Sale
  • $2,493,378 CAD
  • 4,455 SF
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More details for 15345 Venlo Pl, Big Rapids, MI - Multifamily for Sale

Venlo Place Apartments - 15345 Venlo Pl

Big Rapids, MI 49307

  • Student Housing
  • Multifamily for Sale
  • $10,610,709 CAD
  • 108,280 SF
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More details for 6902 Chicago Rd, Warren, MI - Specialty for Sale

Starr Commonwealth - 6902 Chicago Rd

Warren, MI 48092

  • Student Housing
  • Specialty for Sale
  • Price Upon Request
  • 70,486 SF
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More details for 200 S 4th St, Kawkawlin, MI - Health Care for Sale

15-Bedroom Dual-Wing Care & Resi Facility - 200 S 4th St

Kawkawlin, MI 48631

  • Student Housing
  • Health Care for Sale
  • $760,480 CAD
  • 6,000 SF
  • Controlled Access
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Smoke Detector

Kawkawlin Health Care for Sale

VERSATILE 15-BEDROOM FACILITY WITH DUAL-WING CONFIGURATION Presenting a distinctive opportunity to acquire an approximately 6,000-square-foot freestanding facility at 200 S. 4th Street in the Kawkawlin/Linwood area of Bay County, Michigan. Offered at $549,000, the property features 15 bedrooms and a functional dual-wing configuration that may accommodate a variety of residential, care-related, institutional, nonprofit, educational, or adaptive-reuse concepts. The building’s divided layout provides operational flexibility for an owner-user, service organization, housing provider, or investor seeking a property capable of supporting multiple resident groups, program areas, departments, or complementary uses within one facility. Its existing room count and substantial interior space offer a meaningful advantage over converting a conventional commercial building or single-family residence for a specialized occupancy. PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS • Approximately 6,000 square feet • 15-bedroom configuration • Functional dual-wing floor plan • Freestanding building • Offered for sale at $549,000 • Established residential-style setting • Multiple common and operational areas • Potential for owner occupancy or investment • Adaptable layout for a range of organizational needs • Bay County location serving the greater Linwood and Kawkawlin area POTENTIAL USES The property may be well suited for a residential care facility, assisted living concept, adult foster care operation, group home, behavioral health program, recovery residence, transitional housing, veteran housing, nonprofit residential program, religious or ministry housing, retreat facility, dormitory-style housing, educational program, training center, community organization, or other institutional and residential uses. All prospective purchasers should independently verify zoning, licensing, occupancy requirements, building-code compliance, permitted use, capacity, and any governmental approvals required for their intended operation. DUAL-WING LAYOUT The dual-wing arrangement is one of the property’s most marketable features. This configuration may allow an operator to separate residents by program, care level, age group, gender, privacy needs, or service type. It may also provide the ability to maintain distinct residential and administrative areas, establish separate program components, or phase occupancy according to operational needs. Rather than starting with an open commercial shell, a purchaser can evaluate an existing 15-bedroom layout with substantial space already organized around residential and institutional functionality. The building’s size may provide room for sleeping accommodations, common areas, administrative functions, staff operations, programming, dining, and resident services, subject to the purchaser’s requirements and governmental approvals. OWNER-USER OR INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY This property offers potential value for an experienced operator seeking an additional location, an organization looking to establish a Bay County presence, or an investor targeting specialized housing and service-related real estate. The combination of bedroom capacity, flexible internal separation, freestanding ownership, and an accessible mid-Michigan location creates an opportunity that is difficult to replicate with a traditional office or retail building. The property may also appeal to nonprofit organizations, community service providers, healthcare-related users, housing organizations, faith-based groups, educational operators, and governmental or quasi-governmental entities seeking a facility that can support residents, clients, staff, and programming in one location. LOCATION Located at 200 S. 4th Street, the property serves the Linwood, Kawkawlin, Bay City, and broader Bay County market. The setting may be especially attractive to organizations seeking a quieter residential environment while remaining within reach of regional communities, services, employers, and transportation routes. The property’s freestanding design provides an identifiable location for an organization or operator and may offer greater control over occupancy, operations, branding, scheduling, and future improvements than leased space in a multi-tenant building. VALUE-ADD AND ADAPTIVE-REUSE POTENTIAL The existing layout may present opportunities for renovation, repositioning, program expansion, or adaptive reuse. A purchaser may be able to tailor the building to its own residential model, service platform, institutional program, or community-based mission. The dual-wing configuration may also allow improvements to be completed in stages or enable one portion of the building to serve a different function from the other. Potential users are encouraged to evaluate the property for both its current configuration and its longer-term adaptability. Uses involving residential care, group living, healthcare services, education, lodging, institutional occupancy, or changes in resident capacity may require specific licensing, zoning approval, inspections, accessibility improvements, life-safety upgrades, or other governmental authorization. MARKETING POSITION At approximately 6,000 square feet with 15 bedrooms, this property provides a rare combination of size, room count, organizational flexibility, and freestanding ownership. It offers prospective buyers the opportunity to acquire a specialized building that may support housing, care, programming, administration, and community services under one roof. The property is offered at $549,000. Additional property information and marketing materials are available to qualified prospective purchasers. Contact the listing broker to request further details or arrange a private tour. Property information is believed to be reliable but is not guaranteed. Buyers and their representatives must independently verify all measurements, building information, utility information, zoning, licensing, permitted uses, occupancy limits, property condition, financial feasibility, and governmental requirements.

Contacts:

TDG Commercial

KW Commercial

Property Subtype:

Assisted Living

Date on Market:

2026-07-31

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Student Housing Buildings For Sale

Student Housing Buildings

What is student housing?

Student housing is a formalized system of living in multi-occupancy student residences that include such features as shared kitchen and washroom facilities, main building entrances, and security systems. Student housing differs from traditional residence in that it provides for the needs of students by providing single or multiple occupancy rentable rooms without meals, programming, building maintenance or supervision.

A dorm is a student housing facility for a residential community. The student's common room, bedroom, or apartment is designed and furnished to fit their needs such as student privacy. Dormitories can range from regular student living needs (bedrooms with bathrooms) to more luxurious student residences that offer private rooms with its own bathroom inside of the room. A student residence hall is also referred to as a dormitory - both terms are used interchangeably, but usually refer to the same thing.

What should be considered when investing in student housing?

Amenities: student apartments need to have the right amenities for college students; these include things like recreation areas with pool tables / tv room / video game systems, study rooms, media rooms, mail centers with student mailboxes, fitness center & gym area (with equipment), clubhouse area or "party loft" with pool tables / basketball hoops / foosball table / video games consoles on flat screen tv's, student and staff lounge areas with kitchen / table space to play cards or board games, a computer center or computer lab with student computers for student use.

Being student-oriented, student housing should be designed with student needs in mind. Maximize student space & maximize student privacy by providing comfortable & trendy furniture. The type of student you are trying to attract will help dictate just how student oriented the furnishings should be.

How to decide on where to Purchase a student apartment to rent out?

There are factors that you should consider before purchasing an apartment building. The following will help guide you in how to decide on what type and location of property to buy as an investment:

Location is everything! Think about the location / neighborhood where you want to spend your hard earned money? If it's just a cash flow play then not really, but if it's also about having a good place for yourself or friends and family then location is important. Consider things like public transport links, shopping centers, places where students hang out (fast food joints etc.) schools & universities, sports clubs etc. Anything which will attract student population should be kept close by such as cinemas, pubs / bars / night-clubs / restaurants etc..

The following are major things you should consider when purchasing a dormitory.

You will be renting it out, so think about potential tenants and investing in a property with great amenities for the student community. Don't buy a property in an area where there is no demand and the majority of your rent will go to maintenance cost. Location is most important, next is size and condition of the building, followed by quality of finishes inside.

Do your research on the property market by doing things like reading property reports from agents, newspapers & magazines, online forums for property investors, etc. It's important that you do your research before purchasing real estate especially if it's for long-term hold strategy where holding periods of 5+ years is common.

Decide what type of property and/or type of student accommodation you want to invest in (ie; fully furnished apartments / studios / house shares / rooms). Consider the advantages and disadvantages of each student accommodation. For example; If you are purchasing a property with fully furnished apartments then the monthly rental income will be higher but there are more maintenance tasks to keep up with the furnishings.

Determine what price range you want to buy within. Some investors may be looking for good investment returns and leverage on demand / market conditions while others may simply be looking for consistent cash flow with a cash flow positive property.

While doing your research you may have identified an area or neighborhood which is in high demand with a lot of potential students, this will most likely be costly due to scarcity value. Look at areas where there are less expensive properties with affordable rent prices and still good growth potential & demand for student accommodation.

In summary, purchasing real estate as a student accommodation investment is popular. Students have less money to spend on renting an apartment / house but more time on their hand, so investing in a property that will meet their demands and quality of life requirements can prove to be profitable.

When deciding on purchasing a property always check the local market in the area you want to invest in for demand, growth potentials and vacancy rates.

Speak to a local broker to ensure any kind of zoning requirements are in place and there is enough demand by local schools.

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