521 Franklin Street, Michigan City, IN 46360

$1,500,000
Property Type: Commercial Sale Square Footage: 21,057 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 12,371 Status: Closed
Current Price: $1,500,000 List Date: 9/29/2025 Last Modified: 8/13/2026

Overview

Description

Prime Downtown Mixed-Use Building in the Arts District! Outstanding opportunity to own a 10-unit building right in the heart of the vibrant Arts District. The property features three street-level commercial spaces — two versatile office/retail storefronts and one restaurant space with established infrastructure. Upstairs, you'll find seven unique apartments, each with its own character and layout, offering a mix of options for tenants seeking something distinctive. With a mix of 0pen loft-style stuidos and one-bedroom units, these apartments attract long-term renters who value individuality and prime downtown living. The building sits on a highly visible block surrounded by galleries, shops, and restaurants, making it a sought-after location for both commercial and residential tenants. Strong income from a diverse range of tenants make this a great investment opportunity.

Listing Details MLS# 828505

General Property Information

Number Of Units Total
10
Living Area
21057
Building Area Source
Assessor
Year Built
1880
Lot Size Acres
0.284
Lot Size Square Feet
12371.04
Lot Size Source
Assessor
Waterfront YN
No
Basement YN
Yes

Property Features

Basement: Unfinished Building Features: Acoustical Ceiling(s); Business District Location; High Speed Internet; Mixed Use; Multi Tenant; Private Restrooms Business Type: Mixed; Professional/Office; Restaurant; Retail Construction Materials: Brick Cooling: Central Air Current Use: Commercial; Mixed Use; Office; Residential; Retail Electric: 200+ Amp Service Exterior Features: None Heating: Central Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional Lock Box Information: Call Listing Office Owner Pays: Insurance; Taxes Possession: Close Of Escrow; Subject To Tenant Rights Rail Availability: None Roof: Other Sewer: Public Sewer Special Listing Conditions: None Tenant Pays: Electricity Utilities: Cable Connected; Electricity Connected; Natural Gas Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected Water Source: Public

Contract Information

Auction YN
No
Original List Price
1650000
Property Sub Type
Mixed Use
Listing Agreement
Exclusive Agency
Occupant Type
Tenant

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number
521
Street Name
Franklin
Street Suffix
Street
County
La Porte
State
IN
Postal Code
46360

Remarks and Miscellaneous

Public Remarks
Prime Downtown Mixed-Use Building in the Arts District! Outstanding opportunity to own a 10-unit building right in the heart of the vibrant Arts District. The property features three street-level commercial spaces — two versatile office/retail storefronts and one restaurant space with established infrastructure. Upstairs, you'll find seven unique apartments, each with its own character and layout, offering a mix of options for tenants seeking something distinctive. With a mix of 0pen loft-style stuidos and one-bedroom units, these apartments attract long-term renters who value individuality and prime downtown living. The building sits on a highly visible block surrounded by galleries, shops, and restaurants, making it a sought-after location for both commercial and residential tenants. Strong income from a diverse range of tenants make this a great investment opportunity.

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp
2026-08-13T19:49:32Z
Major Change Type
Status Change
Price Change Timestamp
2026-03-08T19:13:57Z
Status Change Timestamp
2026-08-13
Offer Acceptance Date
2026-05-09
Close Date
2026-08-12
Close Price
1500000
Concessions
No
Buyer Financing
Conventional

More Information

Exemption Information

Exemption YN
No

Showing Requirements

Showing Instructions
Use ShowingTime. 48 hour notice minimum.
Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Realty
Last Updated: August - 13 - 2026
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