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    300 Highway 7 SE, Clara City, MN 56222

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    $469,000

    Commercial - Clara City, MN

    Property size:
    5,310 SF
    Lot size:
    1.06 Acres
    Price / SF:
    $88/SF
    Added:
    Jan 8, 2026
    Days on Market:
    134
    Last Refresh:
    May 22 at 12:06 pm

    Property Features for 300 Highway 7 SE

    General Information

    Property type
    Commercial Sale
    Property subtype
    Other
    Zoning
    Business/Commercial
    Bedrooms
    4
    Rooms
    Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4
    Parking features
    Driveway, Paved or Surfaced
    Exterior features
    Block, Brick/Stone
    Appliances
    Microwave, Refrigerator
    Standard status
    Active Under Contract
    APN
    308073350
    Size
    5,310 SF
    Lot size
    1.06 Acres

    Taxes and HOA fees

    Tax Year
    2025
    Tax Annual Amount
    4768

    Utilities

    Heating system
    Forced Air, Other (Heating)
    Cooling system
    Central Air

    Building Details

    Year built
    1959
    Flooring type
    Linoleum, Vinyl
    Roof type
    Metal
    Architectural style
    Other

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    Listing Contact
    Janell Welling
    Janell Welling

    Listing agent Janell Welling

    Listing office Hughes Real Estate and Auction 1222 Atlantic Av, Danvers, MN

    Listing date Jan 8, 2026

    MLS# 7006149 Listing URL

    Copyright © 2026 Northstar MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

    HighLights

    • Turn‑key, newly updated 15‑unit motel with private living quarters, offering immediate business operation and work‑from‑home potential.
    • Significant recent improvements (over $200,000 in the last 5 years) including a new steel roof, double‑pane windows, HVAC systems, and upgraded electrical and security systems.
    • Fully furnished units with amenities such as private bathrooms, 55" TVs, refrigerators, microwaves, cable, and high‑speed Wi‑Fi, plus included inventory.
    • Prime location on Hwy 7, near the intersection of State Hwys 7 & 23, providing high visibility and accessibility.
    • Opportunity for flexible rental options: nightly rentals ($85-$95) or conversion to extended‑stay rentals.
    • Handicapped accessible unit available.

    Overview

    This turn-key, newly updated 15-unit motel with private living quarters is situated on 1.06 acres along Highway 7 in Clara City, Minnesota, just east of the intersection of State Highways 7 and 23. The 5,310 sq ft motel has undergone over $200,000 in improvements within the last 5 years, including a new steel roof, new double-pane windows, a new front sidewalk, a new central furnace and AC, new PTAC HVAC units in each living unit, a new propane water heater system, upgraded electrical breaker and wiring, replacement and re-wiring of new security cameras, and the re-routing of sewer vents. A former 3-bedroom private living quarter was converted to a 2-bedroom private living quarter with a fully operated public laundry room that offers two coin-operated washers and two coin-operated dryers. The property also features upgraded 50" TVs in every unit and replacement of all LEDs in the commercial sign, plus ongoing general maintenance, painting, cleaning, lawn care, and snow removal. The private living quarter includes a kitchen, living room, two bedrooms, a full bath, and private laundry. The 14 additional units are fully furnished with private beds, 55" TVs, lounge chairs, private bathrooms, cable and high-speed Wi-Fi service, refrigerators, microwaves, bathroom towels and bedding, lamps, and nightstands. All inventory is included. The basement offers storage space and an egress window. The exterior is block and brick, with a fully tar-paved u-shaped driveway. The units are currently being rented out by the night. One of the units is handicapped accessible. There is also the option to make the units an "extended stay" type of rental property. The property is zoned for business and commercial use.
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    Current Use by Public Records

    Motels

    Suggested Use

    Restaurant Law Firm Building Supply Spa & Massage Center Big Box & Wholesale Store Hair Salon Auto Repair Shop Nail Salon Auto Parts Store Hotel & Motel

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Similar Places Nearby

    • Turquoise Squirrel 27 — 27 Division St N, Clara City, MN 56222
    • Viking Inn — 300 MN-7, Clara City, MN 56222

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    City
    Clara City
    County
    Chippewa
    State
    Minnesota
    Longitude
    -95.368584
    Latitude
    44.949592

    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Motel - Updated 15-unit motel with private living quarters on 1.06 acres.
    Where is this motel located?
    The property is located at 300 Highway 7 SE Clara City, MN.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $469,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Turn‑key, newly updated 15‑unit motel with private living quarters, offering immediate business operation and work‑from‑home potential.; Significant recent improvements (over $200,000 in the last 5 years) including a new steel roof, double‑pane windows, HVAC systems, and upgraded electrical and security systems.; Fully furnished units with amenities such as private bathrooms, 55" TVs, refrigerators, microwaves, cable, and high‑speed Wi‑Fi, plus included inventory.
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    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

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    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

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    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

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    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
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    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
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