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Ripon Retail Investment Opportunity
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$299,000

223 Watson St, Ripon, WI 54971

Retail Space Investment Opportunity

Property Size3,000 SF
Lot Size0.10 Acres
Price / SF$99.67
Days on Market664

Property Features for 223 Watson St

General Information

Standard status Active
Property type Retail residential properties, Individual retail properties, Other retail properties, Mixed-use properties, Retail properties & Spaces
Size 3,000 SF
Class C
Elevators N/A
Lot size 0.10 Acres
Investment Type Owner User

Building Details

Year Built 1885
Buildings 1
Stories 2
Listed By: Desiree Brush
Added: Dec 20, 2024 Changed: Mar 16

Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Located in downtown Ripon, Wisconsin, these two adjacent commercial buildings on Watson Street offer an investment opportunity. The buildings, formerly the Knuth Brewing Company, feature hardwood floors, expansive windows, and tin ceilings. The retail space is suitable for a range of businesses, including restaurants, boutiques, or coffee shops. Each building includes a two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment on the upper level, providing additional income potential. The total building size is 3000 square feet on a 0.1-acre lot. The property is ideal for an owner-user seeking a profitable business venture. The location ensures high foot traffic and visibility, making it attractive for retail businesses. The residential apartments add investment potential.

Key Highlights

  • + Extremely high traffic location in downtown Ripon Wisconsin
  • + Apartment upstairs with 2 bedrooms 1 bathroom
  • + Character building with high ceilings, hardwood floors and potential for any retail business

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$22,770
Cap Rate
7.62%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$455,400 $455.4K
Cap Rate 7%
$325,286 $325.3K
Cap Rate 9%
$253,000 $253.0K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 3,000 SF
Gross rent
$39.6K $13.20/SF
− Vacancy
−$3.2K −$1.06/SF
EGI
$36.4K $12.14/SF
− OpEx
−$13.7K −$4.55/SF
NOI
$22.8K $7.59/SF
Area
Fond du Lac County, WI
Vacancy
8.00%
Lease Rate
$13.20 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
37.50%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$455,400
Cap Rate 7%
$325,286
Cap Rate 9%
$253,000

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Mixed Use
$325.3K
$284.6K – $379.5K (±1% cap)
NOI $22,770 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.62%
Second Best
Retail
$193.1K
$169.0K – $225.3K (±1% cap)
NOI $13,519 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.52%
Theoretical Best
Multifamily LT 5
$2.89M
$2.53M – $3.37M (±1% cap)
NOI $202,356 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 67.68%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities. How Realmo checks its estimates

Property Analytics

Current Use

Retail residential properties

Suggested Use

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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

364
Businesses Nearby
14k
Monthly Visits Nearby

Foot Traffic Nearby

Shops & Services 83% Dining 17%
Dollar General Shops & Services
6,478 visits/mo 0.4 miles
U.S. Bank Shops & Services
4,238 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Domino's Pizza Dining
2,392 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Napa Auto Parts Shops & Services
648 visits/mo 0.4 miles

Demographics for 54971, WI

10,938
Population
4,918
Households
2.2
Avg Household Size
42
Median Age
26%
College-Educated
93%
High-School Grad
110.9 sq mi
ZIP Area
99
Density / Sq Mi
$65,914
Median Household Income
$41,534
Median Earnings
$708
Median Rent
$182,800
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Midwest region

8% 2020
7.3% 2021
6.5% 2022
6% 2023
5.7% 2024
6.3% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Retail residential property - Retail Space Investment Opportunity
Where is this retail residential property located?
The property is located at 223 Watson St Ripon, WI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $299,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: + Extremely high traffic location in downtown Ripon Wisconsin; + Apartment upstairs with 2 bedrooms 1 bathroom; + Character building with high ceilings, hardwood floors and potential for any retail business
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