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.

39 Properties

23780 Michigan Ave SALE

Dearborn, MI, 48124

The Thomas Duke Company is pleased to bring to market the former Tim Horton’s located at 23780 Michigan Avenue in Dearborn, Michigan. This is an extremely rare opportunity to buy or lease a free-standing building with a drive-thru on one of West Dearborn’s most heavily-traveled corridors. Key positioning on Michigan Avenue just West of Outer Drive before the Telegraph interchange with traffic counts of over 41,000 VPD. The property features 2,850 SF and is situated on .97 acres with 67 parking spaces with multiple signage opportunities. This opportunity will not last long.

$1,375,000
2,850 SF
Restaurant

32575 Folsom Rd

Farmington Hills, MI, 48336

10,233 SF Industrial Building on 1.56 Acres

$1,200,000
10,233 SF
Flex Space

23780 Michigan Ave

Dearborn, MI, 48124

The Thomas Duke Company is pleased to bring to market the former Tim Horton’s located at 23780 Michigan Avenue in Dearborn, Michigan. This is an extremely rare opportunity to lease a free-standing building with a drive-thru on one of West Dearborn’s most heavily-traveled corridors. Key positioning on Michigan Avenue just West of Outer Drive before the Telegraph interchange with traffic counts of over 41,000 VPD. The property features 2,850 SF and is situated on .97 acres with 67 parking spaces with multiple signage opportunities. This opportunity will not last long.

$5,800.00 per month
2,850 SF
1 Space
2,850 SF Bldg
Restaurant

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.

$18.00 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

15000-15040 W Seven Mile Rd

Detroit, MI, 48235

Two Retail Buildings: User Opportunity & Income Property

$549,000
9,086 SF
Free Standing Building

NuVue Medical Center

Livonia, MI, 48152

Multi-Tenant Medical Building for Lease.

$22.00 SF/yr
700 - 1,395 SF
5 Spaces
7,816 SF Bldg

25081 W Eight Mile Road

Redford, MI, 48240

Free Standing Building on Eight Mile Road near Telegraph.

$400,000
1,980 SF
Free Standing Building

34250 Ford Road - Lease

Westland, MI, 48185

The Thomas Duke Company is pleased to bring to market 34250 Ford Road. The 44,644 SF building is situated on 3.36 acres at the Northeast corner of Ford Road and Wildwood. The southern portion of the building formerly housed a Racquetball Court, while the northern portion of the building is occupied by a Health Club. 34250 Ford Road provides a rare opportunity to acquire a large parcel of property on highly sought-after Ford Road as well as a potential adaptive reuse of the existing building.

20,000 SF
1 Space
44,644 SF Bldg
Free Standing Building

34250 Ford Road

Westland, MI, 48185

The Thomas Duke Company is pleased to bring to market 34250 Ford Road. The 44,644 SF building is situated on 3.36 acres at the Northeast corner of Ford Road and Wildwood. The southern portion of the building formerly housed a Racquetball Court, while the northern portion of the building is occupied by a Health Club. 34250 Ford Road provides a rare opportunity to acquire a large parcel of property on highly sought-after Ford Road as well as a potential adaptive reuse of the existing building.

$3,200,000
44,644 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

24430 Eureka Road - Sale

Taylor, MI, 48180

Free-Standing Retail Building For Sale or Lease

$165,000
1,100 SF
Free Standing Building

1414-1418 Dix Hwy - Lease

Lincoln Park, MI, 48146

Renovated Office Building for Sale or Lease

$10.00 SF/yr
3,400 SF
1 Space
3,400 SF Bldg

24430 Eureka Road

Taylor, MI, 48180

Free-Standing Retail Building For Sale or Lease

$2,500.00 per month
1,100 SF
1 Space
1,100 SF Bldg
Free Standing Building

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

Ace Plaza

Westland, MI, 48186

21,819 SF Value-Add Retail Center

$1,100,000
21,819 SF
Strip Center

22.19 Acres Tyler Road

Belleville, MI, 48111

Single Family Residential Land. 350' +/- wide at Tyler Road, long/deep parcel. Width growth halfway through.

$550,000
22.19 Acres
Residential

2.19 Acres Eureka - Taylor

Taylor, MI, 48180

Business zoned land with potential for a residential assemblage. In talks with eastern 1.73 acre parcel owner (LOI in hand) to add lot width.

$125,900
2.19 Acres
Residential

32500 Schoolcraft Road

Livonia, MI, 48124

Free-Standing Office Building with Basement for Lease in Livonia, Michigan

$17.00 SF/yr (Gross + Electric)
1,900 SF
1 Space
3,800 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

Multi-tenant retail strip center for lease in Wyandotte, MI.

$12.00 SF/yr (Plus Utilities)
2,500 - 3,800 SF
2 Spaces
11,400 SF Bldg
Strip Center

Pierson Plaza

Flint, MI, 48504

16,016 sf multi tenant retail building

$12.00 SF/yr
1,700 - 4,000 SF
3 Spaces
16,016 SF Bldg
Strip Center

River Rouge Residential Portfolio

River Rouge, MI, 48209

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

Ace Plaza -Lease

Westland, MI, 48146

Multi- Tenant Strip Center and Office Spaces Available for Lease

$12.00 SF/yr
850 - 2,475 SF
6 Spaces
22,000 SF Bldg
Strip Center

12.29 Acres Martinsville

Van Buren Township, MI, 48111

12.29 Acres of Vacant Land for Development

$700,000
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

20079 King Road & 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
2 Spaces
7,193 SF Bldg

330 N Center

Northville, MI, 48167

Office/Retail building in Downtown Northville

$2,950.00 per month (Modified Gross- Plus Utilities)
1,562 SF
1 Space
1,562 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 and Brand New Dollar Tree in this 135,000 SF Shopping Center for Lease

$8.00 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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