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Renovated Historic School Building
For Sale
$647,000

12042 State Highway 42, Ellison Bay, WI 54210

Renovated in 2006, this former school offers retail space, two equipped kitchens, office/den space, and a large parking lot.

Property Size2,270 SF
Days on Market36

Property Features for 12042 State Highway 42

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 2,270 SF
Property subtype Office

Building Details

Building Size 2,270 SF
Year Built 1879
Year Renovated 2006
Listing Agency: Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
Listed By: Michael Thomas
Source: Commercialcafe
Added: Jul 26 Changed: Aug 28 Last Checked: Aug 29 at 6:33AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This renovated historic former school building was originally built in 1879 and underwent renovation in 2006. The property retains original maple flooring and features two fully equipped kitchens with Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances and custom cabinetry. A sizable retail space provides additional flexibility for a range of business uses. The second floor includes a finished office or den, along with a “blank slate” area that is already roughed-in and ready for conversion into a living space. The building also offers a garage and dry storage area, plus a large parking lot.

The property is located at 12042 State Highway 42 in Ellison Bay, WI 54210. The combination of retail and commercial kitchen improvements with on-site parking supports multiple owner-operator and adaptive reuse possibilities.

For buyers seeking a character-rich structure with functional food-service infrastructure, dedicated retail space, and ready-to-finish interior areas, this building delivers a flexible layout beyond a traditional single-purpose property.

Key Highlights

  • Former school building built in 1879, renovated in 2006
  • Original maple flooring and two fully equipped kitchens with Wolf and Sub‑Zero appliances and custom cabinetry
  • Includes a sizable retail space for business or other use

Property Analytics

Current Use

Office buildings

Suggested Use

Top Pick Auto Repair Shop Real Estate Agency Grocery & Convenience Store Restaurant (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Food Market

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

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

75
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 54210, WI

1,050
Population
1,142
Households
0.9
Avg Household Size
62
Median Age
60%
College-Educated
98%
High-School Grad
26.5 sq mi
ZIP Area
40
Density / Sq Mi
$80,833
Median Household Income
$36,172
Median Earnings
$850
Median Rent
$356,100
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Office in Midwest region

13.7% 2019
15.6% 2020
17.1% 2021
18.9% 2022
21% 2023
22% 2024
21.3% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Office building - Renovated in 2006, this former school offers retail space, two equipped kitchens, office/den space, and a large parking lot.
Where is this office building located?
The property is located at 12042 State Highway 42 Ellison Bay, WI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $647,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Former school building built in 1879, renovated in 2006; Original maple flooring and two fully equipped kitchens with Wolf and Sub‑Zero appliances and custom cabinetry; Includes a sizable retail space for business or other use
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