318 Houston Avenue, Muskegon, MI 49441

$825,000
Property Type: Commercial Sale Square Footage: 8,950 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 8,712 Status: Active
Current Price: $825,000 List Date: 6/06/2025 Last Modified: 12/17/2025

Description

The historic Hovey House, located at 318 Houston Avenue, is a beautifully restored 1889 Queen Anne Victorian, just one block off Muskegon Avenue and a short walk to Muskegon Lake and downtown attractions. Built by Horatio Hovey—co-founder of the Hovey & McCracken lumber company, President of Muskegon Savings Bank, and husband to Nelly Hovey—this iconic home reflects the craftsmanship and prosperity of Muskegon's lumber era. Hovey was a civic leader whose influence helped shape the city's growth, and his residence stands as a tribute to Muskegon's past and future. Designated as a Michigan Historic Site, the property has been meticulously restored with incredible attention to detail, showcasing original pocket doors, intricate trim work, and the timeless charm of Victorian architecture.

Supplements: Zoned B-1, the building offers flexible use for professional office space, residential living, or investment purposes. Presently, the property is used as a combination of professional office space and a private apartment. In the past, it has also served as a single-family home and a restaurant, showcasing its versatility. The main floor features elegant shared office and conference room space, while the lower level includes a full kitchen and two bathrooms with a private rear entranceideal for subleasing or hosting events. The third floor offers a spacious 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment with in-unit laundry, providing additional rental income or a comfortable on-site residence. With income potential exceeding $100,000 annually and 24 private parking spaces, the Hovey House offers a rare blend of historic character and commercial opportunity in the heart of a thriving lakeshore city.Multi-Family Listing MLS # 25027006

More Information MLS# 25026979

Location & Property Info

Cross Streets: Muskegon & 4th Street Property Sub-Type: Office Municipality: Muskegon City Principal Road: Yes Ownership Type: Private Owned

Office/Contract Info

Auction or For Sale: For Sale List Price/SqFt: 92.18 Prop Avail for Lease?: Yes Current Bldg Use: Apartment and office space

General Property Info

New Construction: No Lot Dimensions: 101x149x99x147 plus 14 spots Road Frontage: 248 Mineral Rights: Unknown Waterfront: No Year Remodeled: 1985 Total # Units: 11 # of Diff Unit Floor Plans: 11 Total # Bldgs: 1 # Fin Bldg Lvls: 4 Total SqFt: 8950 Property Use Type: Net Leased (nnn) School District: Muskegon Lot Measurement: Acres Lot Acres: 0.2 Lot Square Footage: 8712 Year Built: 1889 Full Baths: 6

Tax Info

Taxable Value: 174502 SEV: 330700 For Tax Year: 2024 Seller's Annual Property Tax: 10501 Tax Year: 2024 Homestead %: 0 Spec Assessment & Type: none known Zoning: B1 Tax ID #: 24-205-349-0012-00

Remarks & Misc

Public Remarks: The historic Hovey House, located at 318 Houston Avenue, is a beautifully restored 1889 Queen Anne Victorian, just one block off Muskegon Avenue and a short walk to Muskegon Lake and downtown attractions. Built by Horatio Hovey—co-founder of the Hovey & McCracken lumber company, President of Muskegon Savings Bank, and husband to Nelly Hovey—this iconic home reflects the craftsmanship and prosperity of Muskegon's lumber era. Hovey was a civic leader whose influence helped shape the city's growth, and his residence stands as a tribute to Muskegon's past and future. Designated as a Michigan Historic Site, the property has been meticulously restored with incredible attention to detail, showcasing original pocket doors, intricate trim work, and the timeless charm of Victorian architecture. Legal: CITY OF MUSKEGON REVISED PLAT 1903 LOT 12 & E 1/2 OF LOT 11 BLK 349 ALSO S 1/2 OF VAC ALLEY ADJ ALSO LOT 1 BLK 349 AND

Waterfront Options

Water Access Y/N: No

Additional Details

Total Parking Spaces: 24 Ceiling Height: 10

Income and Expenses

Gross Op Income ($): 100000 Total Actual Rent: 106000

Street Type

Easement: 1 Paved: 1 Public: 1

SqFt Information

Building Security: 1 Fire Alarm: 1 Security System: 1 Smoke Detector(s): 1

Property Use

Business: 1 Investment: 1

Utilities Attached

Electricity Connected: 1 Natural Gas Connected: 1

Sewer

Public Sewer: 1

Water

Public Water: 1

Uses

Professional Service: 1 Professional/Office: 1 Recreation: 1 Restaurant: 1

Construction Type

Concrete: 1

Exterior Material

Wood Siding: 1

Roofing

Composition: 1 Rubber: 1

Heat Source

Natural Gas: 1

Sale Conditions

None: 1

Ownership

Corporation: 1

Below Grade

Basement: 1

Heat Type

Ductless: 1 Forced Air: 1 Heat Pump: 1

Air Conditioning

Central Air: 1

Business Includes

Real Estate: 1

Foundation

Block: 1 Stone: 1

Util Avail at St

Cable Available: 1 Electricity Available: 1 Phone Available: 1

Driveway

Concrete: 1

Purchase Terms Avail

Cash: 1 Conventional: 1 Tax Def Exchange: 1

Location Property Info

County: Muskegon Street #: 318 Street Name: Houston Suffix: Avenue State: MI Zip Code: 49441 Zip (4): 1999 Area: Muskegon County - M

OfficeContract Info

Status: Active Current Price: $825,000 List Price: $825,000 Listing Date: 2025-06-06

Remarks Misc

Directions: Seaway To Third To Houston next to Nelson Place 3 blocks to the Muskegon convention center

Property Features

Property Use: Business; Investment SqFt Information: Building Security; Fire Alarm; Security System; Smoke Detector(s) Uses: Professional Service; Professional/Office; Recreation; Restaurant Ownership: Corporation Business Includes: Real Estate Construction Type: Concrete Exterior Material: Wood Siding Roofing: Composition; Rubber Foundation: Block; Stone Below Grade: Basement Sewer: Public Sewer Water: Public Water Utilities Attached: Electricity Connected; Natural Gas Connected Util Avail at St: Cable Available; Electricity Available; Phone Available Heat Source: Natural Gas Heat Type: Ductless; Forced Air; Heat Pump Air Conditioning: Central Air Driveway: Concrete Street Type: Easement; Paved; Public Purchase Terms Avail: Cash; Conventional; Tax Def Exchange Sale Conditions: None
Listing Office: Medendorp Real Estate Group
Listing Agent: David Medendorp
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Last Updated: December - 17 - 2025
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