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Waterfront Restaurant and Bar
For Sale
$1,950,000

2542 8 1/4 Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728

CommercialSale, Chetek, WI

Property Size5,768 SF
Lot Size1.90 Acres
Price / SF$338.07
Days on Market48

Property Features for 2542 8 1/4 Avenue

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Zoning description Recreational, Residential, Shoreline
Interior features Furnished, HandicapAccess
Accessibility Accessible Approach with Ramp
View Lake
Elementary school district Chetek-Weyerhaeuser Area
Middle school district Chetek-Weyerhaeuser Area
High school district Chetek-Weyerhaeuser Area
Directions From the City of Chetek: Travel North on 2nd St about 1 mile. Turn right after the bridge onto Pinegrove Ave. Property on the left. 44 miles north of Eau Claire, 102 miles east of St. Paul, 220 miles north of Madison and 117 miles south of Duluth.
Standard status Active
APN 012-4220-34-000
Size 5,768 SF
Lot size 1.90 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year 2025
Tax Description Lengthy: Multiple Parcels
Tax Annual Amount 13721
Legal Description Lengthy: Multiple Parcels

Utilities

Sewer type Private Sewer, Septic Tank, Holding Tank
Heating system Forced Air
Cooling system Central Air
Water source Well
Water front features Lake
Water front 1

Building Details

Year built 1979
Flooring type Carpet
Building materials CementSiding, WoodSiding
Listing Agency: Keller Williams Realty Diversified
Listed By: Joshua Amys · License #85884-94
Added: Sep 16 Changed: Oct 20 Last Checked: Nov 2 at 11:06PM
MLS# 1605022

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Investment Insights

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This 5,768-square-foot restaurant and bar operates year-round and includes an updated commercial kitchen, multiple indoor dining, bar, and entertainment areas, plus an upper seating loft. The property is furnished and includes central air, forced-air heat, accessible ramp approach, and cement and wood siding. Outdoor improvements include a seasonal Tiki bar, lakefront patio, stage, seating areas, and an extensive dock system overlooking the Chetek Chain of Lakes.

The offering combines five parcels totaling 1.895 acres. Three guest accommodations are included: an adjacent four-season cabin and two waterfront lodging units. A neighboring building currently provides storage and was previously used as a store, while two additional parcels support employee, guest, and overflow parking. The property is served by a well and private sewer systems that include septic and holding tanks.

Key Highlights

  • 5,768‑square‑foot year‑round restaurant and bar
  • 1.895 acres across five parcels
  • Updated commercial kitchen with indoor dining, bar, entertainment areas, and upper seating loft

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$79,598
Cap Rate
4.08%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$1,591,960 $1.6M
Cap Rate 7%
$1,137,114 $1.1M
Cap Rate 9%
$884,422 $884.4K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 5,768 SF
Gross rent
$138.4K $24.00/SF
− Vacancy
−$11.1K −$1.92/SF
EGI
$127.4K $22.08/SF
− OpEx
−$47.8K −$8.28/SF
NOI
$79.6K $13.80/SF
Area
Barron County, WI
Vacancy
8.00%
Lease Rate
$24.00 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
37.50%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$1,591,960
Cap Rate 7%
$1,137,114
Cap Rate 9%
$884,422

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Mixed Use
$1.14M
$995.0K – $1.33M (±1% cap)
NOI $79,598 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.08%
Second Best
Specialty Retail
$722.3K
$632.0K – $842.7K (±1% cap)
NOI $50,562 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 2.59%
Theoretical Best
Warehouse
$4.63M
$4.06M – $5.41M (±1% cap)
NOI $324,410 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 16.64%
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Current Use

Gilligans Bar & Pub

Suggested Use

Top Pick Building Supply Auto Parts Store Storage Facility Furniture & Home Goods Hair Salon Nail Salon

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

21
Businesses Nearby
Well-served
Demand for This Use

Demographics for 54728, WI

6,166
Population
3,491
Households
1.8
Avg Household Size
50
Median Age
22%
College-Educated
96%
High-School Grad
125.6 sq mi
ZIP Area
49
Density / Sq Mi
$71,538
Median Household Income
$40,310
Median Earnings
$897
Median Rent
$214,200
Median Home Value
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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Midwest region

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Conventional restaurant - Year-round dining and entertainment venue with lakefront outdoor areas, guest lodging, and supporting commercial improvements.
Where is this conventional restaurant located?
The property is located at 2542 8 1/4 Avenue Chetek, WI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,950,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 5,768‑square‑foot year‑round restaurant and bar; 1.895 acres across five parcels; Updated commercial kitchen with indoor dining, bar, entertainment areas, and upper seating loft
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