James Porth

Partner

An Executive Vice President, Jim heads up our Washtenaw County team. He’s developed specialized expertise in the sale of student-housing apartments near the University of Michigan. Representing some of the most prestigious student-housing management companies, Jim is unmatched by any other broker in the area, leading the market in sales and investment acquisitions of these properties. His versatility and extensive knowledge of the local market enable him also to excel in the brokerage of commercial, office, industrial, and retail properties, as well as residential and commercial land for development.

James has led his team to more than $100’s of millions in closed transactions. Foundational to this accomplishment is his commitment to strong working relationships with all players, including government officials, in the growing Ann Arbor market. Jim is an incomparable asset to anyone looking to buy or sell commercial property in Washtenaw County.

22 Properties

+- 20 Acres Platt Road

Pittsfield, MI, 48108

+- 20 Acres on the East Side of Platt Road

$1,000,000
20 Acres
Other

2361 E Stadium

Ann Arbor, MI, 48104

Standalone building located on East Stadium in Ann Arbor.

+- 15.68 Acres Stony Creek Rd

Ypsilanti, MI, 48197

Two (2) vacant parcels totaling 15.68 acres located on the corner of Stony Creek and Whittaker Road. Land is available for built to suit for retail or office or purchase. Approximately 9,000 square feet may be built on site with shared retention pond.

$499,000
15.68 Acres
Retail

Kercheval Place

Grosse Pointe, MI, 48230

Not Provided

786 - 3,130 SF
3 Spaces
93,296 SF Bldg
1.05 Acres
Strip Center

Ford & Gotfredson Vacant Land

Superior Township, MI, 48198

Residential Agricultural Land for Development.

$3,700,000
140 Acres
Residential

Self Storage Development Site - 2041 Parkwood Ave

Ypsilanti, MI, 48198

4.9 Acres of Vacant Land for Self Storage Development. Special Land Use Application Submitted Prior to IT Zoning Changes that Removed Storage from Use.

$850,000
4.9 Acres
Industrial

111 N Normal St

Ypsilanti, MI, 48197

6-unit Apartment Complex consisted of (3) x 2-bedrooms & (3) x 1-bedrooms. Located along the west side of N. Normal Street, one block south of Washtenaw Avenue and Eastern Michigan University. It is a 6-unit, three -story, multi-family walk-up property situated on a 0.33-acre site. The improvements were constructed in 1844 and have been adequately maintained over the years. The property is currently 100% leased.

$750,000
5,876 SF
Mid-Rise

1.1 Acres Commerce Park Drive

Chelsea, MI, 48118

Vacant Land

$450,000
1.1 Acres
Office

907 N. Main Street - Lease

Ann Arbor, MI, 48104

907 N Main For Lease

$30.00 SF/yr
11,012 SF
1 Space
11,012 SF Bldg
Free Standing Building

907 N. Main Street

Ann Arbor, MI, 48104

Located in the heart of Ann Arbor, 907 N Main St offers an exceptional commercial opportunity. Situated in a prime location, this property benefits from high visibility and convenient access. Its proximity to downtown Ann Arbor, major roadways, and nearby amenities make it an ideal location for businesses. With a bustling commercial district, vibrant community, and a diverse range of neighboring businesses, this property enjoys a thriving and dynamic environment. The strategic location and favorable market conditions make 907 N Main Street a highly desirable investment opportunity in Ann Arbor.

$3,500,000
11,012 SF
Free Standing Building

1530 E Michigan Ave - Lease

Ypsilanti, MI, 48198

Stand Alone Building with Ample Parking

$13.00 SF/yr (Gross + Utilities)
4,000 SF
1 Space
4,000 SF Bldg
Free Standing Building

1530 E Michigan Ave - Sale

Ypsilanti, MI, 48198

Stand Alone Building with Ample Parking

$895,000
4,000 SF
Free Standing Building

5075 Venture Drive

Ann Arbor, MI, 48108

Freestanding Industrial Building for Lease

$10.00 SF/yr
32,352 SF
1 Space
32,352 SF Bldg
Flex Space

Autumn Woods II Apartments/Condos

Superior Township, MI, 48130

Shovel Ready Apartment or "For Sale" Condominium Development in Superior Township. The site is a final phase of Autumn Woods I' - the Current Land Owner Created a Separate Association that gives Purchaser full control of management with the ability to rent as apartments, without anyone's approval.

$675,000
24 Acres
Multifamily

Pondview

Ann Arbor, MI, 48108

High-End Corporate Headquarters Building for Lease.

$17.00 SF/yr
21,856 SF
1 Space
21,856 SF Bldg

*/- 2.52 Acres on Willis Rd.

Augusta Township, MI, 48197

+/- 2.52 Acres of Vacant Land on Michigan Avenue Near Stony Creek Rd.

$500,000
2.52 Acres
Retail

1.39 Acres Michigan Ave. & Platt

Pittsfield, MI, 48176

1.39 Acres of Vacant Commercial Land on Michigan Avenue Near Platt Road.

$250,000
1.39 Acres
Retail

8.25 Acres Platt Road & Textile Road

Ann Arbor, MI, 48108

This semi-wooded, square shaped vacant property is flat and prime for mixed-use development. It abuts R-1B Single Family Suburban Residential (pre-selling) to the north and R-2 Low Density Multifamily to the west (sold out).

$1,300,000
8.25 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

Medical Office Space

Ann Arbor, MI, 48104

Ann Arbor Office Building

3,000 - 5,550 SF
4 Spaces
8,400 SF Bldg
0.32 Acres

Hometown-Office 2353-2355 E Stadium

Ann Arbor, MI, 48104

A 8,115 SF office/retail property, consisting of two attached buildings with multiple suites, located off of Stadium Blvd. just west of Stadium & Washtenaw Avenue intersection split in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

409 - 3,549 SF
6 Spaces
8,115 SF Bldg

Chelsea Courtyard

Chelsea, MI, 48118

A multi-tenant retail building totaling 31,986 SF on 4.64 acres in Chelsea, MI

$22.00 SF/yr (Gross + Utilities)
1,020 - 4,500 SF
19 Spaces
31,119 SF Bldg
4.64 Acres
Strip Center

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