ID beabd914
Prime Downtown Location in a High Tourism Area
For Sale
$295,000$121.40/SF
- Building Size
- 2,430 SF
- Lot Size
- 0.21 ac
- County
- Chippewa
- DOM
- 77
- Listed
- 08/03/2026
- Updated
- 10/07/2026

Overview
Prime downtown visibility meets unmatched foot traffic at this Mole Hole Gifts & Collectibles location. Situated on a prominent corner directly across from the Soo Locks, this commercial property benefits from strong tourism draws. The Locks welcome approximately 500,000 visitors each year. With steady pedestrian flow from locals and tourists alike, this space delivers the kind of exposure that elevates any commercial venture. Offering exceptional frontage, walkability, and nonstop activity in the heart of downtown, this property is truly all about location, location, location. This high-impact corner provides the visibility and accessibility your operation needs to needs to thrive.
Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan is a dynamic Great Lakes community known for its historic character, strong tourism economy, and walkable downtown core. The city is home to the world‑famous Soo Locks, one of the nation’s most significant engineering landmarks and a major driver of regional activity. The Locks attract approximately 500,000 visitors each year, drawing travelers from across the country to watch massive freighters transition between Lake Superior and the lower Great Lakes. This steady influx of tourism supports local businesses, hospitality, retail, and commercial demand.
Downtown Sault Ste. Marie activity thrives on Portage Avenue, a highly walkable and accessible corridor that connects the Soo Locks to shops, restaurants, and attractions. Wide sidewalks, pedestrian‑friendly crossings, and consistent foot traffic create a vibrant streetscape that benefits both retail and service‑based businesses. The proximity of Portage Avenue to the Locks ensures a continuous flow of visitors throughout the tourism season, reinforcing the area’s position as the city’s commercial and cultural hub.
With its blend of historic charm, strong tourism volume, and an active, pedestrian‑oriented downtown district, Sault Ste. Marie offers a compelling location for investment, business growth, and community engagement.
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Additional Information
- City
- Sault Ste. Marie
- County
- Chippewa
- State
- MI
- Zip Code
- 49783
- Latitude
- 46.5009095
- Longitude
- -84.3485887
- Zoning
- T
- Zoning Desc.
- Tourist Service District
- Floors
- 1
- Year Built
- 1979
- Parking Spaces
- 14
- Tax ID Number
- 051-141-002-00
- Property Status
- Existing
- Nearest Interstate
- I-75 - 2 mi
- Parcel APN
- 051-141-002-00
- Listing ID
- beabd914
- City
- Sault Ste. Marie
- County
- Chippewa
- State
- MI
- Zip Code
- 49783
- Latitude
- 46.5009095
- Longitude
- -84.3485887
- Zoning
- T
- Zoning Desc.
- Tourist Service District
- Floors
- 1
- Year Built
- 1979
- Parking Spaces
- 14
- Tax ID Number
- 051-141-002-00
- Property Status
- Existing
- Nearest Interstate
- I-75 - 2 mi
- Parcel APN
- 051-141-002-00
- Listing ID
- beabd914
