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    204 E Main Ave, Bismarck, ND 58501

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    Historic 2,357 SF building in thriving downtown Bismarck.

    Type:Retail
    Property size:
    2,357 SF
    Price / SF:
    $169/SF
    Added:
    Jan 27, 2026
    Days on Market:
    112
    Last Refresh:
    Mar 17 at 1:14 pm

    Property Features for 204 E Main Ave

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    2,357 SF
    Property subtype
    Retail

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1890

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    Listing Contact
    Jon Lee
    Jon Lee

    Listing agent Jon Lee License #ND 11237

    Listing office Rise Property Brokers, Inc.

    Listing date Jan 27, 2026

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    HighLights

    • Prime Downtown Bismarck location with high‑traffic visibility (10,240 vehicles per day)
    • Zoned DC, offering flexible usage options
    • Historic building (built in 1890) with 2,357 SF of space
    • Open floor plan and large display windows
    • Includes a lobby/reception area, private office, and conference room
    • Off‑street parking

    Overview

    This historic 2,357 SF building, constructed in 1890, is located in the thriving Downtown Bismarck area. Zoned DC, the property features an open floor plan and large display windows. It benefits from high-traffic visibility, with 10,240 vehicles per day on E Main Ave. The building includes a lobby/reception area, a private office, a conference room, and a common restroom. Off-street parking is available. The lot size is 3,250 SF. With excellent signage potential and a downtown Main Street location, this property presents a retail investment opportunity. The property's 2025 taxes are $2,945.97. The specials balance is $0.
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    Current Use by Public Records

    Storefront properties

    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.

    Location Insight

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    City
    Bismarck
    County
    Burleigh
    State
    North Dakota
    Longitude
    -100.788818
    Latitude
    46.8056938

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Storefront property - Historic 2,357 SF building in thriving downtown Bismarck.
    Where is this storefront property located?
    The property is located at 204 E Main Ave Bismarck, ND.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $400,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Prime Downtown Bismarck location with high‑traffic visibility (10,240 vehicles per day); Zoned DC, offering flexible usage options; Historic building (built in 1890) with 2,357 SF of space
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    Real Estate License ID: ND 11237
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    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
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    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.

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    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

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    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
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    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
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