$889,000 for Sale
223 w washington, marquette, MI 49855
Property Description
Who doesn't love a GREAT cup of coffee and a spectacular homemade muffin? Check out this opportune and rare opportunity to own one of downtown Marquette?s most beloved coffee and bakery destinations, BABYCAKES Muffin Company! BabyCakes has been a cornerstone of the downtown scene for years, known for its handcrafted pastries, to die for muffins, locally roasted coffee, and welcoming atmosphere. BabyCakes is ALWAYS your "go to" destination when visiting Marquette or when coming home! This well-established, locally owned business is now available as a complete turnkey operation ? including the building, business, ALL equipment and inventory, recipes and two fully leased and STUNNING apartments upstairs for immediate rental income. Located in a high-visibility, high-foot-traffic area, this charming property blends classic Marquette character with modern functionality. The inviting storefront draws a steady flow of loyal locals, NMU students, and tourists year-round. Inside, the café and bakery space is warm and well-designed, offering everything needed for continued success or expansion into new concepts such as catering etc. Upstairs is where you'll find 2 spacious units that feature soaring 12-foot ceilings, all-original hardwood floors, intricate wood trim, and stunning original windows that flood the space with natural light. The apartments have shared laundry facilities (not coin operated) and off street parking in the back of the building. Perfect for long-term rentals, Airbnb, or an owner's private residence, these apartments offer both historic character and modern income potential. The full basement offers plenty of storage space for the bakery with convenient walk out to the back. With so much potential space in the lower level, why not expand the kitchen prep area there to offer more seating upstairs? Whether you are an investor, an aspiring entrepreneur, a LOCAL who wants to keep a loved tradition going or an experienced operator looking to expand, this is a golden opportunity to step into a profitable, turnkey business in one of Michigan?s most vibrant downtowns.
General Information
Sale Price: $889,000
Price/SqFt: $257
Status: Active
MLS#: 50185233
City: marquette
Post Office: marquette
County: Marquette
Acres: 0.05
Lot Dim: 25 X 90
Size: 3,456 sq.ft.
Acreage: 0.05 est.
Year Built: 1900
Property Type: Commercial/Industrial
Tax, Fees & Legal

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