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4,926 sqft

$349,000

701 N Vanburen Street, Bay City MI, 48708

Price per sqft$70.85
Property size4,926 sqft
Property typeCommercial

Overview

Active

Listed Aug 4, 2026

Updated 10 days ago

Some buildings have history. This one wears it proudly. Standing tall since 1911, this Bay City landmark makes an unforgettable first impression with its commanding neoclassical design, massive limestone pillars and timeless architecture that simply isn't built anymore. It's the kind of building that stops traffic before you ever step inside. Then you open the door. The original craftsmanship immediately takes over. Historic wood floors and trim, soaring ceilings, intricate stained glass windows and architectural details around every corner remind you that this wasn't just another building. It was built to inspire. The grand sanctuary, once filled with worship and, more recently, transformed into a theater, remains the centerpiece of the property. Sunlight pours through the original stained glass, illuminating a breathtaking space crowned by an impressive domed ceiling that still carries the same sense of awe it did more than a century ago. Just beyond the main sanctuary sits a separate annex building that opens the door to even more possibilities. Originally designed for education, the space features a wide-open gathering space, large windows that flood the rooms with natural light, office areas, and restroom that could easily be reimagined. Whether your plans include a school, daycare, community center, office headquarters, nonprofit, or creative workspace, the annex provides the flexibility to bring your vision to life. Whether your vision is to preserve its rich history, create an unforgettable event venue, establish a performing arts center, convert it into a unique commercial space or breathe new life into this architectural treasure, opportunities like this rarely come along. More than 100 years after its doors first opened, this landmark is ready for its next chapter.

Additional information

MLS® ID
61017663

Interior Features

Heating
Yes
Basement
No

Exterior Features

Lot Size
0.38 Acres

Other Property Details

Taxes
$7,608
Tax Frequency
Annually
Municipality
Bay City
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Listed by Andrew Keller with Knockout Real Estate
Listing Contact: 810-444-2963 

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