Frank Rakipi

Vice President

Frank specializes in seller and landlord representation. His versatility as a broker allows him to complete a wide range of assignments, from representing institutional clients to serving the needs of individual property owners. An expert in western Wayne County, Frank is the go-to broker for properties from Livonia to Dearborn, as well as surrounding downriver communities, where he’s worked to cultivate key relationships with community officials, developers, and investors.

Frank’s territorial expertise has proven invaluable, enabling him to broker the sale of some of the area’s most recognizable properties and become the exclusive leasing agent for Dearborn’s iconic Village Plaza and Parklane Towers office buildings. Frank’s track record is evidenced by the nearly one million square feet of commercial property he has underrepresentation. Property owners consistently turn to Frank for his knowledge, judgment, and thoughtful approach to their real estate needs.

Frank is a volunteer with local charities, a member of the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) and is currently pursuing his Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) designation.

41 Properties

26380 Michigan Ave

Inkster, MI, 48141

Car Wash, Oil Change, Used Car Building for Sale

$1,450,000
6,114 SF
Vehicle Related

7700 Telegraph Road

Taylor, MI, 48180

Two Tenant Retail Building for Lease

$30.00 SF/yr
2,000 SF
1 Space
4,080 SF Bldg
Strip Center

Levan Medical Center - LEASE

Livonia, MI, 48154

Levan Medical Center is a 24,678 SF single-story medical building located in a prime are of the City of Livonia, directly across from Trinity Health/St. Mary Mercy, a 493,959 SF 305 Bed Regional Hospital. Trinity Health is comprised of 86 hospitals and 128 continuing care facilities across 21 States. Built in 1998, Levan Medical Center boasts a modern design situated on a 3.7 acre parcel with over 120 parking spaces. The building consists of 8 medical tenants and 2 vacant units. The vacant space provides opportunity to a user looking to locate their practice among other medical users and within close proximity to the Hospital.

1,000 SF
1 Space
24,678 SF Bldg
Medical

Pierson Plaza

Flint, MI, 48504

16,016 sf multi tenant retail building

$12.00 SF/yr
1,800 SF
1 Space
16,016 SF Bldg
Strip Center

20523 Merriman Rd

Livonia, MI, 48152

Two-story office building strategically located in Livonia, MI.

16750 Telegraph Rd

Detroit, MI, 48219

0.49 Acres for Development on Busy Plymouth Road.

$150,000
0.46 Acres
Retail

0.7 Acres Michigan Ave

Detroit, MI, 48210

A 0.7 acre piece of land ready for development on Michigan Ave in Detroit, MI.

$900,000
0.7 Acres
Retail

Warwick Apartments

Detroit, MI, 48203

Warwick Apartments is a stately 34-unit multifamily building located just outside Downtown Detroit, boasting strong occupancy. Excellent Palmer Park location directly adjacent to the Detroit Golf Club, the city's elite country club that hosts the PGA Tour's annual Rocket Mortgage Classic. Rare opportunity to acquire a brick multifamily building in a largely single-family residential community with rent-growth potential. Surrounding area boasts a 2 -mile population of 50,000 residents, almost half of which rent as their primary form of housing. Detroit's multifamily market is rapidly expanding with a steady stream of new inventory coming to the market, followed by low vacancy and rent growth. The Detroit Multifamily Market is rapidly expanding to help accommodate the need for rental housing. About 3,700 new units were delivered over the past 12 months as developers look to capitalize on this friendly multifamily environment. The market currently boasts a vacancy rate of 7.5% and consistent long-term annual rent growth, which posted another robust growth metric of 2% this year. Do not miss the opportunity to acquire an essential stake in the Detroit Multifamily Market directly adjacent to the elite Detroit Golf Club with lease-up value-add upside.

$1,350,000
36,175 SF
Mid-Rise

10.32 Acres Ford Rd

Westland, MI, 48185

10.32 Acres of Vacant Land for Development on Ford Road in Westland, Michigan.

$3,200,000
10.32 Acres
Multifamily

32537 Parklane Ave

Garden City, MI, 48185

Free-Standing Industrial Building with Heavy Power and Two-Overhead Doors

$875,000
11,040 SF
Flex Space

Van Born Tavern & Grill

Dearborn Heights, MI, 48125

Well-maintained retail building featuring two suites, one of which is leased and the other a fully built-out, owner-operated restaurant. The turnkey restaurant—available with liquor license, FF&E, and capital equipment—offers a rare opportunity for an owner-user or investor, with recent upgrades including a new roof and parking lot.

$1,100,000
5,300 SF
Restaurant

7.51 Acres Pennsylvania

Romulus, MI, 48174

7.51 Acres of Vacant Land near Detroit Metro Airport.

$375,000
7.51 Acres
Residential

6.99 Acres Prescott

Romulus, MI, 48174

6.99 Acres on Prescott Street just South of Detroit Metro Airport.

$349,000
6.99 Acres
Residential

9.17 Acres SEC Middlebelt & Prescott

Romulus, MI, 48174

9.17 Acres for Development just South of Detroit Metro Airport.

$550,000
9.17 Acres
Residential

5.6 Acres SWC Middlebelt & Prescott

Romulus, MI, 48174

5.6 Acres at the Southwest Corner of Middlebelt & Prescott St, just South of the Detroit Metro Airport.

$392,000
5.6 Acres
Residential

The Hub Retail Development

Canton, MI, 48187

New Development in the Heart of Canton, Michigan.

1,700 - 1,750 SF
4 Spaces
7,451 SF Bldg
Strip Center

Confidential Suburban Daycare

Brownstown Township, MI

The Thomas Duke Company is pleased to bring to market this Suburban Daycare in Brownstown, Michigan. This turn-key Montessori/Daycare Facility was built ground-up in 2014 and has been meticulously maintained. Key location in Brownstown Township on the border of Woodhaven and servicing nearby communities. The average household income within 1 Mile of this site is $101,762 per year.

$4,500,000
9,137 SF
Specialty Center

0.28 Acres Pilgrim

Redford, MI, 48239

Vacant Land for development off Telegraph Road, North of 5 Mile Road in Redford, MI.

$100,000
0.28 Acres
Office

32575 Folsom Rd

Farmington Hills, MI, 48336

10,233 SF Industrial Building on 1.56 Acres

$1,150,000
10,233 SF
Flex Space

38880 Six Mile Rd

Livonia, MI, 48152

The Thomas Duke Company is pleased to bring to market 38880 Six Mile Road in Livonia, Michigan. This property provides a rare opportunity to lease a free-standing building with free-way access in one of Livonia’s most sought-after commercial corridors. This former Daycare building features 6,175 SF and is situated on .82 acres of land on Six Mile Road just West of I-275. This property is zoned C-1 allowing a number of compatible uses and is available for Lease or Ground Lease.

$15.00 SF/yr
6,175 SF
1 Space
6,175 SF Bldg
Free Standing Building

3131 S Wayne Rd

Wayne, MI, 48184

Turn-Key Hair Salon for Sale

$115,000
951 SF
Free Standing Building

15000 W Seven Mile Rd - Lease

Detroit, MI, 48235

7,886 SF Retail Building Available for Lease - Contact Broker for Pricing

7,886 SF
1 Space
7,886 SF Bldg
Free Standing Building

25081 W Eight Mile Road

Redford, MI, 48240

Free Standing Building on Eight Mile Road near Telegraph.

$199,000
1,980 SF
Free Standing Building

+/- 0.68 Acres Pennsylvania Rd

Southgate, MI, 48195

Vacant Land Available, Located on Corner Lot.

$175,000
0.68 Acres
Retail

14312 Pennsylvania

Southgate, MI, 48195

We are pleased to offer a unique opportunity to acquire a fully operational and exquisitely appointed Cigar Bar. This establishment represents a seamless acquisition for the discerning investor looking to enter or expand in the luxury lounge market.

$550,000
2,475 SF
Free Standing Building

13.5 Acres Allen and Vreeland

Brownstown Township, MI, 48183

13.54 Acres of Vacant Land for Development - Utilities at Site.

$1,200,000
13.54 Acres
Multifamily

5189 Venoy Rd

Wayne, MI, 48184

This 2,314 square foot building sits just across the street from Beaumont Hospital Wayne. The space includes 1-2 small exam rooms/offices, along with a kitchenette and meeting/conference room.

$2,000.00 per month (Gross + Utilities)
1,892 SF
1 Space
2,314 SF Bldg

80 Acres Carleton West Road

Sumpter Township, MI, 48164

80 Acres of Vacant Land

$1,600,000
80 Acres
Residential

4 Acres Whittaker Road

Ypsilanti, MI, 48197

4 Acres of Vacant Land for Development in Ypsilanti, Michigan

$1,300,000
4 Acres
Residential

1400-1412 Eureka Rd For Lease

Wyandotte, MI, 48192

Positioned along busy Eureka Road, this versatile property offers a total of 11,400 SF with two connected suites currently available for lease. Suites can be leased individually or combined for added flexibility, ideal for retail or office users.

$12.00 SF/yr (Plus Utilities)
1,800 - 3,800 SF
3 Spaces
11,400 SF Bldg
Strip Center

River Rouge Residential Portfolio

River Rouge, MI, 48209

21 Single Family Homes and 5 Multi- Family Buildings - 32 Units Combined

12.29 Acres Martinsville

Van Buren Township, MI, 48111

12.29 Acres of Vacant Land for Development

$250,000
12.29 Acres
Residential

9216 Middlebelt Road

Livonia, MI, 48150

Updated multi-tenant office building conveniently located on Middlebelt Road just south of Plymouth Road in Livonia.

715 - 2,217 SF
2 Spaces
9,807 SF Bldg

2.8 Acres Allen Road

Brownstown Township, MI, 48183

2.8 acres of vacant land site-plan approved for a 5,000 square foot office building. Ideal for medical, professional, or other business services consistent with the current zoning. Bio-retention stormwater management system approved by Wayne County providing for a cost-effective site development. This “shovel-ready” project has been approved by Brownstown Township and awaits your ideas for interior layout.

$159,000
2.8 Acres
Office

Downtown Dearborn Development

Dearborn, MI, 48124

22236 Is one of the last remaining vacant parcels in Dearborn's Downtown District. The site offers a tremendous opportunity to occupy one of the most visible sites on Michigan Avenue with access to free municipal parking at the rear of the site.

$45.00 SF/yr
32,000 SF
1 Space
32,000 SF Bldg
Free Standing Building

21120-21140 Allen Road

Woodhaven, MI, 48183

Attractive office space available for Lease with high end finishes

$19.00 SF/yr
1,400 - 2,905 SF
3 Spaces
7,193 SF Bldg

23900 Goddard Lease

23900 Goddard Lease

Taylor, MI, 48180

1.4 Acres for Sale or BTS

$12 SF/yr
10,000 SF
1 Space
9,455 SF Bldg
Free Standing Building

Flat Rock Plaza

Flat Rock, MI, 48134

Join Family Farm and Home, Dollar Tree, and new Aldi Grocery Store in this 135,000 SF Shopping Center for Lease.

$12.00 SF/yr
1,440 - 66,595 SF
7 Spaces
135,739 SF Bldg
Strip Center

3.57 Acres NEC Telegraph & Pennsylvania

Taylor, MI, 48180

3.57 acre development site on a corner location.

$300,000
3.57 Acres
Industrial

0.65 Acres Van Dyke

Sterling Heights, MI, 48314

0.65 ACRES VACANT LAND FOR DEVELOPMENT

$350,000
0.65 Acres
Retail

Village Plaza

Dearborn, MI, 48124

12 Story Office Building with Street Level Retail for Sale

236 - 15,800 SF
67 Spaces
285,468 SF Bldg
14 Acres

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