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Meineke

1249 Columbia Ave W, Battle Creek, Michigan 49015

$1,425,000
$249 / sq ft 6.5% cap rate Listed Sep 1, 2026
5,720 sqft
Building
1 acres
Lot
1976
Built
1
Stories
1
Units

About this property

Meineke is a retail for sale in Battle Creek, Michigan, listed at $1,425,000. Key details: year built 1976, building size 5,720 sqft, lot size 1 acres, stories 1. Listed by Ayson Shammami of APEX Commercial Real Estate Advisors on LoopingCloud and last updated September 1, 2026.

Meineke Car Care Center | Absolute NNN Lease Investment | Battle Creek, MI

An outstanding commercial real estate acquisition opportunity featuring a single-tenant 5,720-square-foot automotive retail facility in Battle Creek, Michigan. Offered at an attractive $1,425,000 purchase price, this net-lease property is 100% occupied by Meineke Car Care under an Absolute NNN lease running through November 2045. Guaranteed by Marcor—the largest Meineke franchisee nationwide with 52 locations—this asset offers investors nearly two decades of passive, inflation-protected cash flow with zero landlord management obligations.

Property Specifications & Financial Overview

  • Offering Price: $1,425,000

  • Building Size: 5,720 Net Rentable SF

  • Property Type: Net-Leased Auto Care / Retail Service Facility

  • Year Built: 1976 (Meticulously maintained commercial footprint)

  • Tenant / Brand: Meineke Car Care

  • Guarantor: Marcor (52-Unit Franchisee, Nation's Largest Meineke Operator)

  • Lease Type: Absolute NNN (Zero Landlord Responsibilities)

  • Rent Escalations: 10% Rental Increases Every 5 Years

  • Primary Lease Term Expiration: November 2045 (~19 Years Remaining Term)

  • Renewal Options: Multiple Renewal Extension Options Following Primary Term

  • Market: Battle Creek, MI

Passive NNN Lease Terms & Top-Tier Operator Guaranty

This offering combines essential, recession-resilient automotive service demand with an institutional-grade net-lease structure:

  • Zero Landlord Obligations: The Absolute NNN lease framework holds the tenant 100% responsible for all operating expenses, real estate taxes, property insurance, common area maintenance (CAM), roof replacement, building structure, HVAC systems, and parking lot repairs.

  • Contractual Inflation Protection: Scheduled 10% rent bumps every 5 years deliver strong compounding Net Operating Income (NOI) growth and long-term yield enhancement.

  • Guaranteed by Premier Franchisee: Backed directly by Marcor, a premier 52-unit operator and the largest franchisee in the nationwide Meineke network, providing enhanced credit safety and income reliability.

  • Non-Discretionary Service Demand: Meineke delivers essential vehicle repair and maintenance services, insulated from e-commerce competition and general economic volatility.

High-Traffic Retail Corridor & Battle Creek Submarket Drivers

Situated along a major commercial thoroughfare in Battle Creek, the site enjoys strong visibility, easy customer access, and high surrounding retail synergy:

  • Dense Commercial Trade Area: Surrounded by top national retailers and big-box anchors including Target, Meijer, Kroger, Lowe’s, The Home Depot, CVS Pharmacy, Walgreens, McDonald’s, Taco Bell, and Starbucks.

  • Local Community Anchors: Located near prominent regional destinations including the Binder Park Zoo and the scenic Leila Arboretum, bringing constant local and visiting traffic to the immediate area.

  • Strong Workforce & Population Base: Supported by Battle Creek's diverse industrial, healthcare, and commercial employee base, driving steady year-round vehicle service demand.

Key Investment Highlights

  • Long-Term Absolute NNN Lease through November 2045 with zero landlord CapEx or operational risks.

  • Corporate-Quality Guarantee by Marcor, the largest Meineke franchisee in the country (52 units).

  • 10% Rental Increases Every 5 Years driving organic cash flow appreciation over the 19-year remaining primary term.

  • Accessible $1,425,000 Entry Price Point for a single-tenant corporate net-lease property.

  • Freestanding 5,720 SF Retail Building situated in a high-density, established trade corridor.

  • Recession-Resilient Auto Care Use providing stable, predictable performance across all economic cycles.

Key highlights

  • Net Lease Investment

Lending Opportunities

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CompanyLender typeContactPhone
TheLoanProsTeam Mortgage Broker Roxanne Chung (754) 707-5877
Money Solutions, LLC Mortgage Broker Jennifer A. Judice (813) 431-5000

Property details

Key facts

Year Built
1976
Building Size
5,720 sqft
Lot Size
1 acres
Stories
1
Total Units
1
Property Status
Normal Sale
Building Status
Existing
Net Lease Investment
Yes

Pricing details

Net Operating Income
$92,579
Financing
Third Party Financing
Investment Property
Active investment property

Investment snapshot

6.5%
Cap rate
$92,579
Net operating income
$249
Price per sq ft

Actual - Cash Flow

Source: Yearly tax returns

Gross incomeNet operating income
$0$25K$50K$75K$100KGross income -Net operating income $92,5792026
YearGross incomeEffective grossExpensesNOIPre-tax cash flowCap rate
2026---$92,579--

Acquisition options

OptionAsking priceCap rateCommissionMonthly incomeOwnership
Purchase Only $1,425,000 6.5% - - -

Features and amenities

Highlights

  • Long-term lease structure provides durable, predictable cash flow with zero landlord responsibilities.
  • Tenant is responsible for roof, parking lot, HVAC, CAM, taxes, and insurance, eliminating capital expenditure and operating risk.
  • 10% rental increases every 5 years, delivering consistent NOI growth and inflation protection throughout the primary term.
  • Lease is guaranteed by Marcor – a 52-unit Meineke operator, providing additional credit strength beyond the brand. (Marcor is the Largest Meineke Operator)
  • Meineke provides non-discretionary automotive services, supporting stable performance across economic cycles.
  • Lease runs through November 2045, offering nearly two decades of secure income with renewal options thereafter.
  • The property is positioned within a dense, high-traffic retail corridor anchored by numerous national tenants including Target, Meijer, Kroger, Lowe’s, Home Depot, CVS, Walgreens, McDonald’s, Taco Bell, Starbucks, and others.

Location

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About this area - Battle Creek

Population
34,067
Housing units
15,007
Land area
37.5 sq mi
County
Calhoun

Neighborhood

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Documents, links and contacts

Property documents

1 file to download

Additional contacts

1 person to reach
  • Sal Yaldo - sal@apexre.comManaging Partner - LIC: MI 6501443637 (248) 996-7069

Frequently asked questions

What is the asking price of Meineke?

Meineke is listed at $1,425,000. That works out to about $249 per square foot. The stated cap rate is 6.5%.

Where is Meineke located?

The property is in 1249 Columbia Ave W, Battle Creek, Michigan 49015, Calhoun County.

What type of property is this?

This is a retail for sale in the commercial category.

How big is the property?

The building is 5,720 sqft. The lot is 1 acres.

Is financing available?

The lister indicates: Third Party Financing.

Who do I contact about this listing?

Ayson Shammami of APEX Commercial Real Estate Advisors listed this property. Use the Request Info button to send a message or call (248) 554-5709.

When was this listing published?

It was published on September 1, 2026 and last updated on September 1, 2026.

Listing information

Listing ID
CL-Michigan-28389
Published
Sep 1, 2026
Last updated
Sep 1, 2026

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