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Coffee Shop and Roasting Operation
For Sale
$979,000

2 W Sheridan St, Ely, MN 55731

COMMERCIAL, Ely, MN

Property Size4,350 SF
Lot Size0.07 Acres
Price / SF$225.06
Days on Market168

Property Features for 2 W Sheridan St

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Rooms Basement
Interior features Bar Area, Kitchen Area, Restrooms
Basement Concrete
Directions Sheridan St Ely MN to addresses.
Subdivision LSAR
Standard status Active
Size 4,350 SF
Lot size 0.07 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year 2026
Tax Annual Amount 3702

Utilities

Heating system Propane (Heating), Forced Air

Building Details

Year built 1910
Number of units 2
Roof type Rubber
Listing Agency: Canoe Capital Realty, LLC
Listed By: Kerry Davis · License #40208514
Added: Apr 21 Changed: Sep 14 Last Checked: Oct 5 at 6:06PM
MLS# 6124637

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This offering combines an established coffee and wine business at 2 W. Sheridan St. with the production and real estate component at 36 W. Sheridan St. The operation includes a roasting room equipped with a 5lb Mill City Roaster, along with a commercial bakery and kitchen. The primary business location is in a leased building, while the 36 W. Sheridan property includes the production hub and two upper-level residential units.

Each residential unit has one bedroom and one bathroom, with off-street parking and access to a landscaped garden and gazebo. Society Hall provides coworking and event space and is currently available for leasing. The property includes 4,350 square feet on 0.07 acres, was built in 1910, and features a bar area, kitchen area, restrooms, rubber roofing, and a basement. Both locations are in Ely, Minnesota, with the real estate component identified as Parcel 030-0260-00010.

Key Highlights

  • Business operation spans 2 W. Sheridan St. and 36 W. Sheridan St. in Ely
  • Roasting room includes a 5lb Mill City Roaster
  • Commercial bakery and kitchen at the 36 W. Sheridan production hub

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$60,341
Cap Rate
6.16%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$1,206,820 $1.2M
Cap Rate 7%
$862,014 $862.0K
Cap Rate 9%
$670,456 $670.5K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 4,350 SF
Gross rent
$108.6K $24.96/SF
− Vacancy
−$28.1K −$6.46/SF
EGI
$80.5K $18.50/SF
− OpEx
−$20.1K −$4.62/SF
NOI
$60.3K $13.87/SF
Area
St. Louis County, MN
Vacancy
25.90%
Lease Rate
$24.96 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
25.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$1,206,820
Cap Rate 7%
$862,014
Cap Rate 9%
$670,456

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Specialty Retail
$1.69M
$1.48M – $1.97M (±1% cap)
NOI $118,120 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 12.07%
Second Best
Office B
$862.0K
$754.3K – $1.01M (±1% cap)
NOI $60,341 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.16%
Theoretical Best
—
—
same as Best Use
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

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Current Use

Northern Grounds Restaurant ElyWear Department Store

Suggested Use

Top Pick Parking Lot & Garage Law Firm Auto Repair Shop HVAC Service Auto Parts Store Kitchen & Bath Showroom

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

Turnkey business
Opportunity

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

503
Businesses Nearby
Balanced
Demand for This Use

Demographics for 55731, MN

5,494
Population
4,954
Households
1.1
Avg Household Size
54
Median Age
41%
College-Educated
94%
High-School Grad
1,606.7 sq mi
ZIP Area
3
Density / Sq Mi
$62,900
Median Household Income
$31,840
Median Earnings
$641
Median Rent
$202,900
Median Home Value
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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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  • Barkhouse Bistro — 141 E Chapman St, Ely, MN 55731
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Coffee shop - Established coffee and wine business with roasting, bakery, kitchen, coworking, and event components across two Sheridan Street locations.
Where is this coffee shop located?
The property is located at 2 W Sheridan St Ely, MN.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $979,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Business operation spans 2 W. Sheridan St. and 36 W. Sheridan St. in Ely; Roasting room includes a 5lb Mill City Roaster; Commercial bakery and kitchen at the 36 W. Sheridan production hub
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