Located in Flint’s Chavez Business District, 1101 Chavez Drive offers a versatile former Armory property offering between 19,000 and 57,000 SF of flexible industrial or specialty-use space on 3.36 acres, ideally situated just off I-475.
Originally constructed in 1950 with reinforced concrete, the facility spans three floors including a full basement level, with 19,000 square feet on each floor. The basement and ground floor feature a heavy power supply and modern mechanical systems, and the upper level comprises built-out office space. The property is served by six dock-height doors and two commercial kitchens, facilitating a wide array of specialty uses. The full building can be leased together as a 57,000-square-foot single-tenant facility, delivering the perfect solution for manufacturing, institutional, or logistics operations, as well as a range of adaptive reuse projects.
Positioned minutes from downtown Flint and approximately 10 miles from Bishop International Airport, with convenient access to both I-475 and I-69, the property benefits from exceptional regional connectivity and direct visibility to over 49,000 daily vehicles. The surrounding area includes a mix of established neighborhoods, emerging business centers, and proximity to the historic Central Park neighborhood, enhancing both visibility and community integration. With Flint & Genesee County offering targeted economic incentives, tax abatements, and revitalization grants, tenants and investors alike can leverage strong local support for redevelopment.
Businesses operating at 1101 Chavez Drive will be able to leverage fantastic skilled labor availability to promote continued growth and expansion. Within 10 miles of the property, the growing population of over 308,000 forms a workforce of more than 137,000. Residents of the area provided annual spending of more than $3.2 billion during 2024, providing solid economic support for local businesses.
Don’t miss this rare opportunity to secure a prominent, fortified property in a market undergoing meaningful transformation at 1101 Chavez Drive.
