Lightbridge Academy (200+ Locations) | 15-Year… — Sale in Ann Arbor, MI
- Price: Contact for price
- Listing type: For sale
- Asset type: Retail Business
- Location: Ann Arbor, MI 48108
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Investment Figures
- Cap rate
- 7.75%
Derived from the asking price and operating figures published for this listing. Informational only — not an appraisal, valuation or financial advice. Verify independently before relying on any figure.
Description
Marcus & Millichap is pleased to present the Lightbridge Academy in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Investment Highlights: • New 15-Year Absolute NNN Lease with No Landlord Responsibilities • Rare 2.5% Annual Rental Increases Throughout the Base Term and Options • Corporate Guaranty from New Jule Holdings (200+ Locations) for 5 Years and Full-Term Personal Guaranty • Ranked #129 on Entrepreneur's Franchise 500 and #248 on Franchise Times' Top 400 • Average Gross Revenue for Lightbridge Academy After 24 Months is $3+ Million • Child Care Industry is Booming and on Track to Grow Approximately 49% by 2030 • Michigan's Tri-Share Program Splits the Cost of Child Care Between the Employer, Employee, and the State • Serving 160,000+ Residents in One of the Fastest Growing Areas in Michigan
Market Context
This retail in Ann Arbor, MI is listed for sale. It is offered at an approximate 7.8% capitalization rate, a key benchmark for income-producing retail assets. Compare it against other retail listings for sale in Ann Arbor, MI — view the full market.
As of Q1 2026, the Detroit retail market showed a 1.3% vacancy rate, average asking rents near $17.00/SF/yr, and rents up 1.3% year over year. Source: Cushman & Wakefield Q1 2026 market report.
Rising rents point to a competitive market where well-priced, well-located assets trade quickly.
Retail market FAQ
- Is the Detroit retail market tightening or softening?
- Vacancy is around 1.3%, with asking rents rising year over year (Q1 2026).
Contact
- Phil Sambazis · (858) 373-3174 · phil.sambazis@marcusmillichap.com
- Brandon Hanks · (858) 373-3224 · brandon.hanks@marcusmillichap.com
- Gordon Navarre · (248) 415-2600
- Chad O'Connor · (858) 373-3146 · chad.oconnor@marcusmillichap.com
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