Building Details

Building materials Steel Frame

Roof type Metal

Listing Agency: Northbound Realty LLC Show Phone

Listed By: Danielle Randa-Sauter · License #40555101 Show Phone

Added: Apr 8 Changed: Aug 4 Last Checked: Aug 20 at 1:06AM

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MLS# 149061

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Auto shop property offered for sale with long-running operations for 20+ years. The main 86X86 steel frame shop includes six stalls, car lifts, three larger stalls suitable for semi trucks, and a 10 ton and 5 ton crane. The main level also provides a lobby/office area, two additional offices, and kitchen and bathroom space.

The upper level has been converted to living space with a large living room, bedroom, bathroom, and laundry area. Additional buildings include a 32X64 structure with office, shop area, and garage space, plus a 16X24 building. The property also features a fenced area, a large yard with pond, and offsite parking/garage options.

Heating is provided via hot water forced air systems with natural gas, and cooling includes window unit(s). The roof is metal, and the property includes shop equipment intended for vehicle repair and towing-related activity.

Key Highlights

• Just under 5 acres with fenced yard and large yard with pond
• Main 86X86 shop: 6 stalls, car lifts, and 3 larger semi‑truck stalls
• 10 ton and 5 ton crane in the main shop

Property Analytics

Property Profile

Current Use

Auto shops

Suggested Use

Top Pick Plumbing Service Garden Center Grocery & Convenience Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Butcher Hair Salon

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

9

Service bays

Turnkey business

Opportunity

Yes

Fenced yard

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

112

Businesses Nearby

20k

Monthly Visits Nearby

Well-served

Demand for This Use

Explore this area Business Placement

Foot Traffic Nearby

Shops & Services 59% Groceries 41%

Holiday Station Store Shops & Services

10,666 visits/mo 0.4 miles

Super One Foods Groceries

8,181 visits/mo 0.4 miles

O'Reilly Auto Parts Shops & Services

1,351 visits/mo 0.4 miles

Demographics for 56636, MN

5,055

Population

2,937

Households

1.7

Avg Household Size

46

Median Age

20%

College-Educated

93%

High-School Grad

436.9 sq mi

ZIP Area

12

Density / Sq Mi

$59,858

Median Household Income

$32,128

Median Earnings

$690

Median Rent

$195,200

Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Midwest region

8% 2020

7.3% 2021

6.5% 2022

6% 2023

5.7% 2024

6.3% 2025

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?

Auto shop - Multi-building auto repair and towing property on just under five acres with fenced yard, shop facilities, and crane equipment.

Where is this auto shop located?

The property is located at 31630 Wille Road Deer River, MN.

What is the asking price?

The asking price for this property is $1,200,000.

What are key features of this property?

This property features: Just under 5 acres with fenced yard and large yard with pond; Main 86X86 shop: 6 stalls, car lifts, and 3 larger semi‑truck stalls; 10 ton and 5 ton crane in the main shop