John Maclennan

John MacLennan is an approachable, trustworthy professional, committed to collaboration and leading when required – as an experienced REALTOR® with RE/MAX Grande Prairie, as Board Director of the Grande Prairie & Area Association of Realtors, as a member and Director with BNI Alberta North, and as a well-respected speed skating coach. An excellent negotiator, John focuses on finding win-win solutions and delivering superb experiences for both residential and rural real estate buyers and sellers. John understands and recognizes the human side of his industry, taking time to listen, understand and empathize with his clients’ unique circumstances. People are drawn to his unparalleled dedication to ethics and fair conduct, his caring nature and willingness to work with them from start to finish, not 9 - 5. As a Director with BNI Alberta North for over a decade, John consistently supports Grande Prairie’s three chapters through leadership, education and giving back, helping entrepreneurs grow their businesses and achieve their dreams. He finds fulfillment discovering more about the diverse people and businesses in the region and how they interconnect with and assist each other. Within the speed skating world, John guides his athletes with a healthy blend of accountability and fun to help them build confidence and trust within themselves.

Whether they come to play or to pursue an Olympic goal, John’s athletes find a safe space to grow and a culture where they are accepted and know that they matter. By skillfully managing his priorities, John impressively balances his busy real estate career and clients, his Board Director position with the Grande Prairie & Area Association of Realtors, his BNI Alberta North Director commitments as well as coaching young speed skaters to success – both on and off the podium

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9801 97 Avenue
Central Business District Grande Prairie T8V 0M9

$549,900
Commercial

9801 97 Avenue, Grande Prairie
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Status:
Active
Prop. Type:
Commercial
MLS® Num:
A2249826
Build. Type:
Commercial Mix
This is a premier "turnkey" acquisition opportunity in the heart of downtown Grande Prairie. The current owner is prepared to offer a 12-month leaseback on the main floor (or a negotiated portion of the building), providing the purchaser with guaranteed Day 1 income. This unique arrangement mitigates vacancy risk and provides immediate debt-service coverage while the new owner stabilizes the asset or plans a long-term leasing strategy. Asset Performance & Value-Add Potential The building comprises ± 4,259 sq. ft. of versatile space across two levels, offering a low-barrier entry into the downtown core with high revenue potential: Dual-Tenancy Model: Architecturally suited for a main-floor commercial tenant and an independent upper-level professional office or residential live/work suite. Yield Projection: Based on current Central Commercial (CC) zoning trends, the property offers a conceptual gross income range of $43,000 – $70,000+ annually (depending on configuration and market verification). Accessibility Advantage: The main floor is fully wheelchair accessible, targeting a high-demand, underserved niche for medical, legal, and government-agency tenancies. Strategic Capital Improvements Minimize near-term CAPEX and maximize ROI with recent high-value upgrades: New Flat Roof (Recently installed) Modernized exterior siding and professional entrance Contemporary interior presentation aligned with neighboring modern developments Site Flexibility & Future Upside On-Site Parking: Situated on an 8,000 sq. ft. lot, providing the essential parking required for professional service firms. Strategic Acquisition: An adjacent 33' x 122' lot is available for separate purchase, offering a rare "land-bank" opportunity for building expansion, additional parking, or a phased multi-use redevelopment. Property Specifications Total Building Size: ± 4,259 Sq. Ft. Lot Size: 8,000 Sq. Ft. (Plus adjacent lot option) Zoning: CC (Central Commercial) – supports professional, health, and educational uses. Location: Prime Downtown core with high visibility and established foot traffic. Ideal for owner-users seeking to build equity or investors looking for a value-add asset with immediate stability. Additional information and the "Mixed-Use Business Supplement" are available upon request through your Commercial REALTOR®.
Property Type:
Commercial
Property Sub Type:
Mixed Use
Transaction Type:
For Sale
Possession:
Negotiable
Building Type:
Commercial Mix, Mixed Use, Office Building, See Remarks
Total Building Area:
4,259 sq. ft.
Taxes:
$8,737 / 2025
Tax Assessed Value:
368800.0
Lot Area:
8,052 sq. ft.
Lot Frontage:
66'
Lot Details:
66' X 122
Year built:
1958 (Age: 68)
Bathrooms:
- (Full:-, Half:-)
Plan:
1836BP
Structure Type:
Mixed Use
Ensuite:
No
Garage:
No
Central Business District (Grande Prairie)
Boardroom, Parking-Extra, See Remarks
refrigerator, window coverings, entrance lift
None Known
Interior Features:
See Remarks
Num. of Parcels:
0
Region:
Grande Prairie
Zoning:
CC
Listed Date:
Aug 22, 2025
Days on Mkt:
231
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    Plenty of parking.
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    Adjacent 33'X122' lot available.
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    main floor
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    Inviting reception area.
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    Inviting reception area.
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    Inviting reception area.
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    Convenient ramp/lift at main entry.
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    Reception
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    Stairways at entry & behind reception area
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    Various offices, multi purpose spaces.
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    Various offices, multi purpose spaces.
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    Full Bath, main floor.
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    Spacious meeting room 2nd floor.
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    Spacious meeting room 2nd floor.
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    Staff, Kitchen space, 2nd floor.
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    Staff, Kitchen space, 2nd floor.
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    Staff, Kitchen space, 2nd floor.
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    Bedroom 2nd floor.
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    Full Bath, 2nd floor.
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    Adjacent 33'X122' lot available.
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