06/03/2025
What an interesting opportunity!
What would you put here? 👇
A signature property in downtown Swartz Creek is ready for its next chapter. Just steps from city amenities and nestled in a walkable, central location, 4488 Morrish Road offers a unique opportunity to transform a beloved community landmark. This 1.03-acre site includes a historic church building and adjacent open land, with 250 feet of prime frontage along Morrish Road. The property is currently owned by the Swartz Creek Downtown Development Authority (DDA).
Strategically located less than a mile from I-69 interchanges at Morrish and Miller Roads—and just minutes from I-75—this site boasts excellent regional access. With daily traffic counts exceeding 40,000 on I-69, it’s well-positioned for high visibility and market potential.
Economic and market studies point to several in-demand uses for the site. Whether reimagined as a brewery, restaurant, event venue, or banquet hall, the property’s character-filled interior—featuring vibrant stained glass and historic charm—offers a stunning foundation for a new city icon.
Swartz Creek leadership and the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) are enthusiastic about partnering with the future developer. The city prides itself on strong support for entrepreneurs and is committed to working closely with project teams to bring this vision to life.
Responses to the RFQ are due by Friday, July 25, 2025.
Interested developers are encouraged to schedule a site visit with Adam Zettel, Swartz Creek City Manager, during the open response period. The city will also provide ongoing building access to contractors, architects, and other team members throughout the proposal process.
For full details and contact information, visit
https://www.miplace.org/redevelopment-ready-sites/swartz-creek-rfq/