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    824 Center Ave N Blooming Prairie, MN 55917

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    $1,500,000

    Commercial - Blooming Prairie, MN

    Lot size:
    3.22 Acres
    Days on Market:
    145
    Last Refresh:
    Feb 20 at 2:06 am

    Property Features for 824 Center Ave N

    General Information

    Property type
    Commercial Sale
    Property subtype
    Other
    Standard status
    Active
    Zoning
    Business/Commercial
    APN
    141310101
    Parking features
    Driveway, Garage, Garage - Detached, Heated, Parking Lot, Paved or Surfaced, RV
    Exterior features
    Steel Siding
    Lot size
    3.22 Acres

    Utilities

    Heating system
    Forced Air

    Building Details

    Year built
    1962
    Architectural style
    Other

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    Breanna Kohn
    Breanna Kohn

    Keller Williams Premier Realty Rochester (507) 424-4422

    Listing agent Breanna Kohn (507) 424-4422

    Listing date Sep 29, 2025

    MLS# 6795299 Listing URL

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    Property Insight Report

    Overview

    Blooming Prairie Commercial Childcare Opportunity

    Located in Blooming Prairie, MN, the property at 824 Center Ave N is a renovated commercial property currently configured as a child care center. The property, renovated in 2022, sits on 3.22 acres with highway frontage and abundant parking. The campus includes a 10,735 sq. ft. main daycare space and an additional 8,633 sq. ft. full gym and activity center. The property features 34,000 sq. ft. of secure fenced play areas, along with 25 paved parking spaces and easy access off blacktop roads. The property is located directly on Highway 218, offering high traffic counts and a central location between Rochester, Owatonna, Albert Lea, and Austin. The renovated interior includes in-classroom bathrooms and changing areas, a commercial kitchen, STEAM room, administrative offices, conference rooms, and exterior/emergency access for each classroom. The gym features a full-size regulation basketball court. When last operated, the combined license across both buildings allowed for 134 students. The property is zoned B-3 General Business District, allowing for other uses such as a large shop/garage, private or charter schools, fitness and recreation centers, medical or wellness clinics, event, retreat or community centers, professional office complexes, or specialty retail.
    Property Profile Insight Report Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Day care centers

    Suggested Use

    Restaurant Real Estate Agency Law Firm Building Supply Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Big Box & Wholesale Store Auto Repair Shop Hair Salon Nail Salon

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

    Similar Places Nearby

    Wallace Daycare, Michelle's Munchkins, Leo Augusta Children's Academy

    Location Insight

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    • Local Demand
    City
    Blooming Prairie
    County
    Steele
    State
    Minnesota
    Longitude
    -93.056272
    Latitude
    43.876548

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Day care center - Renovated commercial property with daycare, gym, and play areas.
    Where is this day care center located?
    The property is located at 824 Center Ave N Blooming Prairie, MN.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $1,500,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: - Turn-key, fully renovated (2022) commercial property designed as a premier child care center with a $2.1 million renovation.; - Large campus with **10,735 sq. ft. of main daycare space, 8,633 sq. ft. full gym/activity center, and 34,000 sq. ft. of secure fenced play areas.**; - Highway frontage on Highway 218 with excellent visibility and high traffic counts, centrally located between four cities.
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    Disclaimer

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    Realmo AI Method estimates property value using machine learning models trained on millions of comparable listings, transactions, and market signals. It analyzes property features, location intelligence data, and current market dynamics to predict the most probable market value in real time.

    Realmo CapRate Calculation

    Realmo calculates the Capitalization Rate (Cap Rate) to help estimate a property's potential return on investment. The Cap Rate is a fundamental metric in commercial real estate that measures the relationship between a property's net operating income and its market value.

    How We Calculate Cap Rate

    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

    Property Value is derived from:

    • Recent sale price (if available)
    • Statistical models using comparable sales
    • AI-powered valuation estimates

    Example Calculation

    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

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    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.

    Disclaimer

    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

    • Cap Rate calculations depend on market data that may change over time
    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

    Professional Guidance Recommended: Before making any investment or financial decisions, consult with licensed appraisers, commercial real estate brokers, and financial advisors who can evaluate your specific property and circumstances.
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    Cap approach

    Capitalization Method calculates value based on estimated net operating income (NOI) and applying a market-based capitalization rate (cap rate), we estimate what a typical investor might be willing to pay for it.

    Comparable approach

    Comparable estimate is based on recent sales of similar nearby properties, adjusted for factors like size, condition, and location.

    Relative

    Relative property class coefficient uses factors that account for typical price differences between various asset types (e.g., retail vs. industrial) to provide a more accurate market-aligned estimate.

    Geo

    Comparable Sales Method, enhanced by Geo coefficients — location-based adjustment factors that reflect differences in price levels across neighborhoods, cities, or regions ensuring a more accurate, market-sensitive valuation.

    Stat Estimate

    This method estimates value based on actual market adjusted recent (~5 years) sales of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
    AI Estimate

    This method estimates value based on AI market estimation of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
    Alternative use

    Estimate considers the property’s potential value if used for a different purpose-based on zoning, demand, and market feasibility.

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