Historic Retail and Office Building

146 S Main Street Lodi, WI 53555

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For Sale
$200,000

COMMERCIAL - Lodi, WI

Property size:
1,495 SF
Lot size:
0.06 Acres
Price / SF:
$133/SF
Added:
Jul 9, 2026
Days on Market:
2
Last Refresh:
Jul 10 at 9:06 am

Property Features for 146 S Main Street

General Information

Property type
Commercial Sale
Property subtype
Other
Zoning
Comm
Interior features
Alley, Private Restrooms, Less than 440 volt, Inside storage
Standard status
Active
APN
11246 231.04
Size
1,495 SF
Lot size
0.06 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year
2025
Tax Annual Amount
3062

Building Details

Year built
1881
Number of units
1
Roof type
Flat, Membrane, Composition
Additional Structures
Storage

Listing agent Spencer Schumacher License #5801790

Listing office Spencer Real Estate Group 6733 Frank Lloyd Wright Ave, Middleton, WI

Listing date Jul 9, 2026

MLS# 2020189

Copyright © 2026 REALTORS® Association of South Central Wisconsin. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.


Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This historic building was constructed in 1881 and is configured to support flexible business use, including retail, office, or service-oriented operations. The property includes forced air heating and central air for year-round comfort, along with a full basement. The basement has exterior access, providing convenient, practical storage options without routing everything through the main level. A notable interior feature includes a stained-glass window with letters spelling out Lodi, created for the owner of the Lodi Enterprise newspaper.

Located in the heart of downtown Lodi, the property is near the intersection of Hwy 60 & 113, supporting visibility and convenient access to surrounding areas, including Madison. The listing notes municipal utilities on site. Parking is supported through on-site parking and nearby public parking, which can help accommodate customers and employees.

With zoning designated as Comm, the building may fit a range of tenant or owner-operator needs that benefit from a downtown address and straightforward utility services. The combination of climate control, versatile space positioning, and basement exterior access makes it a functional option for businesses looking for a well-equipped, character-forward storefront or office setting.

Key Highlights

  • Historic building built in 1881 in downtown Lodi with flat and membrane roof and composition roofing
  • Versatile interior setup with private restrooms, inside storage, and alley access
  • Municipal utilities plus forced air heating and central air

Local Financial Insights For Office B

Simulate Cap Rate and NOI

NOI Build-Up
Vacancy
income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year — subtracted from gross rent.
EGI (Effective Gross Income)
gross rent minus vacancy losses — the realistic income before paying operating costs.
OpEx (Operating Expenses)
recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management) — excludes financing and capital improvements.
NOI (Net Operating Income)
income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.

Component $ $/SF
Gross rent $30.0k $20.04
− Vacancy −$6.3k −$4.21
EGI $23.7k $15.83
− OpEx −$5.9k −$3.96
NOI $17.8k $11.87
1,495 SF · lease $20.04/SF/yr · vacancy 21.00% · expense 25.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Office B
$253.6K
$221.9K – $295.9K (±1% cap)
NOI $17,751 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 8.88%
Second Best
Retail
$218.3K
$191.0K – $254.7K (±1% cap)
NOI $15,282 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.64%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$335.9K
$293.9K – $391.9K (±1% cap)
NOI $23,511 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 11.76%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Property Analytics

Property Profile Location Intelligence

Current Use by Public Records

Prairie Winds Flower ... (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store

Suggested Use

Dental Office HVAC Service Pharmacy Bakery (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Real Estate Agency Storage Facility (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Cafe & Coffee Shop (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store

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

FAQs

What type of property is this?
Storefront property - Built in 1881 with forced air heat, central air, and a basement with exterior access for practical storage needs.
Where is this storefront property located?
The property is located at 146 S Main Street Lodi, WI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $200,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Historic building built in 1881 in downtown Lodi with flat and membrane roof and composition roofing; Versatile interior setup with private restrooms, inside storage, and alley access; Municipal utilities plus forced air heating and central air
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