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101 W Saint Joseph Street, Lawrence, MI 49064

Van Buren County

Key Facts

5Baths
5,952Sq Ft
1890Year Built
0.22Lot (acres)
1Stories

Description

Turn-Key Restaurant & Bar Opportunity in Downtown Lawrence! Welcome to The Freedom Bar & Grill, a well-established community gathering place & rare opportunity to own a fully operational bar & restaurant in the heart of Lawrence. This thriving business includes the only Class C liquor license in town, offering a significant competitive advantage & tremendous potential for continued growth. The current owner has invested extensively in the property, completing numerous updates to both the building & equipment. Improvements include new furnace and central air systems, updated electrical, plumbing, new windows, upgraded sound system, custom-built bar top & modern touch-screen POS ordering system. The kitchen has been enhanced with quality equipment & updates, making this a truly turn-key operation. Sale includes the liquor license, bar & kitchen equipment, inventory & furnishings necessary to continue operations seamlessly. The spacious bar area, restaurant seating & established menu provide multiple revenue streams, while a loyal customer base creates a strong foundation for future success. Convenient parking is available both on the street and behind the building, accommodating approximately 25 vehicles. Detailed equipment information is available in the documents section. Whether you're an experienced operator or looking to own your first hospitality business, this is an outstanding opportunity to step into a successful, established business with many major improvements already completed.

Property Information

Property Type

Commercial Sale

Sub-Type

Business

Year Built

1890

Stories

1

Living Area

5,952 sq ft

Lot Size

0.22 acres

Lot Dimensions

Irregular

Parking Spaces

25

Ownership

Private Owned

MLS® Listing#

26027383

Property Features

Cooling

Central Air

Heating

Natural GasForced Air

Construction

Wood SidingBrickBlockFrame

Utilities

Natural Gas AvailablePhone AvailableElectricity AvailableNatural Gas ConnectedElectricity Connected

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water Source

Public

Schools

District:
Lawrence

Financial Details

Annual Taxes

$1,700

Tax year 2025

Assessed Value

$32,766

Parcel Number

80-44-349-006-20

Directions

FROM I-94 TAKE THE LAWRENCE EXIT (#52) AND HEAD NORTH ON 52ND ST/N CR 365 TO MAIN LIGHT IN TOWN. BUILDING IS ON THE SW CORNER OF W. ST. JOSEPH AND S. PAW PAW ST.

Affordability Calculator

$99,980

Estimated monthly payment

$2,661/mo

Principal $399,920 · Est. interest $557,924 over 30 yrs

Neighborhood Market Statistics

How this home compares to active listings in Lawrence, MI

$342,857
Median Listing Price
67
Median Days on Market
1,726
Median Sq Ft
$186
Median Price / Sq Ft
20
Active Listings
  • This home’s price is 46% above the area median.
  • Its price per sq ft is 55% below the area median.

Market statistics compiled from active EXIT Realty® and MLS listings in Lawrence, MI.

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Listing Courtesy: RE/MAX Advantage - 2693233900

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