$1,700,000
Sawyer, MI 49125
MLS# 26055662
33541 sqft
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Property Description
Historic Flynn Theater | Iconic Sawyer Mixed-Use Property An exceptional opportunity to own a piece of Harbor Country history. Located in the heart of Sawyer, the historic Flynn Theater building, dating to 1923, is home to Susan's Sawyer, one of Southwest Michigan's best-known dining destinations. This distinctive mixed-use property blends historic character with commercial, residential, and creative spaces in a sought-after Harbor Country location. The property features restaurant and bar space occupied by Susan's Sawyer, an outdoor patio, an art gallery, architect's space, art studio, and five existing second-floor apartments across the main building and coach house. The residential units include three two-bedroom/one-bath apartments and two one-bedroom/one-bath apartments, offering a variety of potential uses and rental opportunities. The main floor of the coach house has been gutted for the planned addition of two more apartments, presenting an opportunity for future expansion.
Details
Location & Property Info
Cross Streets: Sawyer Rd and Peck Ave
Property Sub-Type: Business Opportunity
Municipality: Chikaming Twp
Ownership Type: Corporate Owned
Office/Contract Info
Auction or For Sale: For Sale
List Price/SqFt: 50.68
Prop Avail for Lease?: No
General Property Info
New Construction: No
Lot Dimensions: 213 X 158
Road Frontage: 213
Waterfront: No
Total # Units: 9
# of Diff Unit Floor Plans: 9
Total # Bldgs: 2
# Fin Bldg Lvls: 10035
Total SqFt: 33541
Property Use Type: Business
School District: River Valley
Lot Measurement: Acres
Lot Acres: 0.77
Lot Square Footage: 32841
Year Built: 1927
Full Baths: 11
Tax Info
Taxable Value: 372492
SEV: 410300
For Tax Year: 2025
Seller's Annual Property Tax: 14434
Tax Year: 2025
Homestead %: 0
Spec Assessment & Type: NA
Tax ID #: 11-07-4280-0004-00-6
Remarks & Misc
Public Remarks: Historic Flynn Theater | Iconic Sawyer Mixed-Use Property An exceptional opportunity to own a piece of Harbor Country history. Located in the heart of Sawyer, the historic Flynn Theater building, dating to 1923, is home to Susan's Sawyer, one of Southwest Michigan's best-known dining destinations. This distinctive mixed-use property blends historic character with commercial, residential, and creative spaces in a sought-after Harbor Country location. The property features restaurant and bar space occupied by Susan's Sawyer, an outdoor patio, an art gallery, architect's space, art studio, and five existing second-floor apartments across the main building and coach house. The residential units include three two-bedroom/one-bath apartments and two one-bedroom/one-bath apartments, offering a variety of potential uses and rental opportunities. The main floor of the coach house has been gutted for the planned addition of two more apartments, presenting an opportunity for future expansion.
Legal: THE E 13'OF LOT 3 & ENTIRE LOTS 4 5 6 & THE W 2'OF LOT 7 KNIGHTS PLAT SAWYER & COM 2'E OF NE COR SD LOT 6 TH W 213'TH N
Additional Details
Total Parking Spaces: 20
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
Retail: 1
Construction Type
Other: 1
Exterior Material
Brick: 1
Heat Source
Natural Gas: 1
Sale Conditions
None: 1
Heat Type
Forced Air: 1
Radiant: 1
Business Includes
Equipment: 1
Real Estate: 1
Util Avail at St
Cable Available: 1
Electricity Available: 1
Natural Gas Available: 1
Storm Sewer: 1
Purchase Terms Avail
Cash: 1
Conventional: 1
Other: 1
Possession
Close Of Escrow: 1
Location Property Info
County: Berrien
Street #: 5851
Street Name: Sawyer
Suffix: Road
State: MI
Zip Code: 49125
Zip (4): 9380
OfficeContract Info
Status: Active
Current Price: $1,700,000
List Price: $1,700,000
Listing Date: 2026-10-19
Property Features
Property Use: Business; Investment
Uses: Professional Service; Professional/Office; Retail
Business Includes: Equipment; Real Estate
Construction Type: Other
Exterior Material: Brick
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public Water
Utilities Attached: Electricity Connected; Natural Gas Connected
Util Avail at St: Cable Available; Electricity Available; Natural Gas Available; Storm Sewer
Heat Source: Natural Gas
Heat Type: Forced Air; Radiant
Purchase Terms Avail: Cash; Conventional; Other
Sale Conditions: None
Possession: Close Of Escrow
Supplements
Rich in local history and architectural character, the former Flynn Theater offers a rare combination of an established commercial presence, residential accommodations, and flexible creative space. Parking includes a dedicated lot for Susan's Sawyer, with additional shared parking access with Sawyer Garden Center. A truly unique offering for investors, owner-users, or visionaries seeking a property with history, versatility, and exceptional potential in the heart of Sawyer. Floor plans are available for the residential and commercial spaces. Property sold as-is.
Listing Office: @properties Christie's International R.E.
Listing Agent: Heidi Picard
Last Updated: October - 28 - 2026
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