1901 W Saginaw

Historic 1923 Industrial Charm Meets Unlimited Modern Potential

Own a piece of Lansing’s rich heritage at 1901 W Saginaw St. Originally constructed in 1923 as a final assembly building for Durant Motors, this iconic 12,207 SF retail warehouse has served as a community staple for decades—first as a prominent electric lighting showroom, and most recently as a highly successful furniture, appliance, and flooring center. Now available due to business relocation, this highly visible property is ready for its next creative chapter.

Featuring robust industrial bones, the building offers a massive 8,000 SF second floor and mezzanine storage/office area. Visionary buyers have the unique opportunity to remove portions of the mezzanine to open up the ceiling, exposing the magnificent original 1923 metal trusses and creating a dramatic, high-ceiling industrial aesthetic perfect for a modern showroom, microbrewery, or adaptive-reuse project. Equipped with heavy 3-phase power, extensive electrical infrastructure, and a recently coated roof (50-year material), this versatile building is a rare find on a high-traffic Lansing corridor.

• Total Square Footage: 12,207 SF main floor + 8,000 SF mezzanine/2nd floor storage and office
• Historical Significance: Built in 1923; original final assembly building for Durant Motors
• Loading & Access: 3 overhead drive-in doors total (Two 8' high doors, One 7' high door)
• Power Supply: Heavy-duty 3-phase electric service
• Specialized Infrastructure: Extensive electrical wiring throughout for product display, lighting, and heavy appliance testing
• Roof Quality: Fully recoated 3 years ago with a premium 50-year material
• Vertical Circulation: 3 independent staircases providing convenient access to the 2nd floor/mezzanine
• Amenities: 2 restrooms located on the main showroom floor
• Location: Prime frontage and high visibility on the bustling W Saginaw St corridor on the hard corner of Verlinden
• Zoning/Potential: Ideal for retail, warehouse, flex space, or creative adaptive reuse (microbrewery, event space, open-concept offices)