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Two-Building Restaurant & Showroom Space
For Sale
$349,000

2248 20 1/4 Street, Rice Lake, WI 54868

COMMERCIAL - Rice Lake, WI

Property Size2,768 SF
Lot Size0.64 Acres
Price / SF$126.08
Days on Market96

Property Features for 2248 20 1/4 Street

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Zoning description Commercial
Elementary school district Rice Lake Area
Middle school district Rice Lake Area
High school district Rice Lake Area
Directions From Rice Lake: north on Hwy 48, 1.4 miles to property on left.
Standard status Active
APN 038-0900-20-000
Size 2,768 SF
Lot size 0.64 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year 2025
Tax Description Parcel #1 of CSM # 11/39 #124533, Exc part in Lot 1 CSAM 16/20 #$2232
Tax Annual Amount 4227
Legal Description Parcel #1 of CSM # 11/39 #124533, Exc part in Lot 1 CSAM 16/20 #$2232

Utilities

Sewer type Septic Tank, Private Sewer
Heating system Forced Air
Cooling system Central Air
Water source Well

Amenities

large walk-in cooler
updated mechanicals

Building Details

Building materials WoodSiding
Listing Agency: Real Estate Solutions
Listed By: Daniel Nelson · License #93963-94
Added: Apr 30 Changed: Aug 2 Last Checked: Aug 3 at 7:06PM
MLS# 1599730

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This two-building conventional restaurant property totals about 0.64 acres and is positioned for flexible commercial use. Building A is approximately 2,700 SF and was previously operated as a restaurant, with a functional layout and a large walk-in cooler that can support continued food service or be adapted for retail or office uses. Building B is approximately 2,300 SF and is a newer structure featuring open, flexible space that can work for events, showroom space, storage, or additional business operations.

The property is just north of Rice Lake along highly traveled Hwy 48 at a busy intersection, offering strong visibility and daily traffic exposure. Additional features include ample on-site parking and updated mechanicals.

The buildings have wood siding, forced-air heating, and central air. Water service is provided by a well, with septic tank and private sewer for wastewater.

Key Highlights

  • About 0.64 acres along highly traveled Hwy 48 at a busy intersection with strong visibility
  • Building A: approximately 2,700 SF previously operated as a restaurant with a large walk‑in cooler
  • Building B: approximately 2,300 SF newer open flexible space for events, showroom, or storage

Financial Insights For Specialty Retail

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 $33.2k $12.00
− Vacancy −$864 −$0.31
EGI $32.4k $11.69
− OpEx −$8.1k −$2.92
NOI $24.3k $8.77
2,768 SF · lease $12.00/SF/yr · vacancy 2.60% · expense 25.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Warehouse
$2.22M
$1.95M – $2.59M (±1% cap)
NOI $155,681 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 44.61%
Second Best
Specialty Retail
$346.6K
$303.3K – $404.4K (±1% cap)
NOI $24,264 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.95%
Theoretical Best
same as Best Use
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Isalis (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Party City Party Supply Store Skunk Funk Big Box & Wholesale Store Carl's Trading Co Hat Shop Bushka's Kitchen LLC (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store

Suggested Use

Top Pick Building Supply Plumbing Service Real Estate Agency Bakery (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Butcher

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

Yes
Highway access
Yes
Paved road access
Yes
Utilities to site

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

8
Businesses Nearby
Well-served
Demand for This Use

Demographics for 54868, WI

15,785
Population
7,640
Households
2.1
Avg Household Size
44
Median Age
25%
College-Educated
94%
High-School Grad
212.0 sq mi
ZIP Area
74
Density / Sq Mi
$64,567
Median Household Income
$40,474
Median Earnings
$850
Median Rent
$199,300
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Industrial in Midwest region

4.4% 2019
4.9% 2020
3.6% 2021
3.1% 2022
4.6% 2023
5% 2024
4.9% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Conventional restaurant - Two-building restaurant property on Hwy 48 with flexible space, central air, ample parking, and utilities in place.
Where is this conventional restaurant located?
The property is located at 2248 20 1/4 Street Rice Lake, WI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $349,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: About 0.64 acres along highly traveled Hwy 48 at a busy intersection with strong visibility; Building A: approximately 2,700 SF previously operated as a restaurant with a large walk‑in cooler; Building B: approximately 2,300 SF newer open flexible space for events, showroom, or storage
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