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49000 Denton Rd. Belleville, MI 48111
The Waverly on the Lake
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948,680 SF
SF:
9.5 units per acre
Density:
95 acres
Site Size / Acreage:
3
Stories
42 + 1 Clubhouse
Buildings
1972
Built
1,046
UNITS
907 SF
Average SF:
$1.26
Rent / SF:
The Waverly on the Lake provides an outstanding opportunity for an investor to gain an exceptional economy of scale with the acquisition of a 1,046 unit apartment community. Offering unparalleled amenities with a third of the property overlooking Belleville Lake, a prime location with over half a mile of frontage on I-94 service drive and situated in a strong rental market. This is an outstanding investment opportunity that will transact well below the replacement value and is positioned in an exceptional rental market with no new multifamily units planned or under construction, offering a proven value-add program with enormous upside potential.
The 1,046-unit garden-style apartment community has 306 units overlooking the 0.5 miles of frontage on Belleville Lake and 740 units overlooking over two miles of walking nature trails. Both locations provide beautiful views. Residents have the option to choose from a studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans. Three studio units measure 505 square feet each, 485 one-bedroom units range from 805 to 835 square feet, and 558 two-bedroom units ranging from 945 to 1,100 square feet, with an overall average unit size of 907 square feet. 672 of the 1,046 units include washer and dryers, with each unit featuring ceiling fans, window coverings, a fully equipped kitchen, central air conditioning, large balcony or patio, walk-in closets, and controlled access building entry doors.
The Waverly on the Lake demands your attention as it offers several of the aspects commonly sought after by real estate investors such as value-add opportunity, provides workforce housing, phenomenal amenities, and excellent location.
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Opportunity Highlights
Unrivaled Value Add Opportunity
• Luxury Plank Flooring in the Kitchen and Bathrooms*
• Designer Fixtures*
• Spacious Living Rooms
• Roomy Bedroom Spaces
• In-Home Washer & Dryer*
• Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances*
• Newly Renovated with Granite Countertops
• Plush Shaw Carpeting in the Bedroom
*in select units
AMENITIES
Unit Amenities
• Fitness Center
• Access to Private Boat Launch
• Resident Sparkling Swimming Pool and Sundeck
• Brand New BBQ Grills and Firepits
• Completely Renovated Modern Clubhouse
• Resident Coffee Station featuring Coffee, Tea, & Hot
Chocolate
• Completely Renovated Fitness Center with Cardio
& Strength Training
• Covered Parking
• Lakeside Picnic Area
• Refreshed Common Entrances
• Playgrounds
• Dog Park
• On-Site Laundry Facilities
• Night Courtesy Patrol
• More Than Two Miles of Walking Nature Trails
Community Amenities
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248.341.3319
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Birmingham, MI 48009
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1,103 Reserved Fee-Based Carport Spaces
1,745 Open Parking Spaces
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The Waverly on the Lake has been institutionally managed since 2019. Ownership has executed renovations on 451 units (43%), achieving ~$175 average in-place premiums (~20% ROC). Investors can continue a verifiable value add strategy at scale on the remaining 595 units (57%). The asset has maintained average occupancy of 90% since 2019.
The Waverly on the Lake is uniquely located in the Southern Wayne County submarket along the Washtenaw County border. This location along I-94 offers several benefits to the residents. The property is situated just 26 minutes to downtown Ann Arbor, 25 minutes to Dearborn and Ford Motor Company Headquarters, and 30 minutes to Downtown Central Business District of Detroit. Additionally, the primary business corridor of I-275 is within 20 minutes. The Waverly on the Lake residents have the best of many situations, this location is situated in the center of a diversified employment base featuring major employers such as Rock Ventures (Quicken loans), Ford Motor Company, GM, Henry Ford Health Systems, University of Michigan & Health Systems, Ikea, Beaumont Health Systems, two new Amazon Fulfillment Centers, and Detroit Metropolitan Airport to name a few.
Willow Run Airport
0.5 Mi
I-94 Interchange
1.6 MI
Ford – Rawsonville Plant
3.1 Mi
Division 1 – Eastern Michigan University
7.3 Mi
Detroit Metropolitan Airport
11 Mi
Ascension Hospital - Ann Arbor
11.8 Mi
University of Michigan
15 Mi
CS Mott Children’s Hospital – Ann Arbor
15.3 Mi
Downtown Ann Arbor
15.5 Mi
Ford Motor Company World Headquarters
20.7 Mi
Capital Improvements
Institutionally managed, the current ownership has invested $17.3 million on both back and front of house upgrades.
The asset benefits from an unparalleled amenity package, including a new fitness and business center, play structures (3), connection to the Iron Belle Hiking Trail, a resort style pool, tennis and pickleball courts, private boat slips, and new on Belleville Lake. Ownership has already completed extensive base building improvements, including common area hallways, balconies, roofs as needed, painting and carport/parking lot upgrades.
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Detroit Workforce
Situated between Wayne County and Ann Arbor, The Waverly benefits from the amenities of both communities. The workforce is supported by the automotive industry, four professional sports teams, three Casinos, several million square feet of retail and three major universities. Furthermore, Michigan has implemented programs aimed at training and employing the upcoming generation of talent in the emerging EV/mobility sector. The asset offers fantastic (~4.0x) rent coverage and stands to benefit from a projected 25% increase in median household income between 2023-2028.
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Economic & Employment Drivers
The unemployment rates in Wayne and Washtenaw Counties, Michigan, stand at approximately 2.5%, significantly below the national average of 3.7%, as reported by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (USBLS). This favorable employment situation is driven by key industries including Automotive Manufacturing (92,800 jobs), Logistics (56,200 jobs), Healthcare (113,600 jobs) and Financial Services (179,300 jobs). The automotive industry serves as a robust employment driver in Michigan, bolstered by recent technological advancements and electric vehicle (EV) initiatives. The state has successfully attracted over $14 billion in investments specifically dedicated to EV and battery production.
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Unlock Land Value
The Waverly on the Lake offers an investor the opportunity to acquire 80+ acres of developable vacant land adjacent to the property. The vacant land was previously operated as a 9-hole golf course and was closed in the previous economic cycle. Currently there are no new multifamily communities under construction or planned in the market.
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Conor David
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425.213.5103
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Conor David
Director
425.213.5103
conor.david@berkadia.com