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Historic Downtown Brainerd Commercial Building
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704 Front St, Brainerd, MN

Iconic commercial building in Historic Downtown Brainerd with retail space.

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Lot Size0.09 Acres
Days on Market485

Property Features for 704 Front St

General Information

Standard status Active
Lot size 0.09 Acres
Property subtype RETAIL
Listing Agency: Close-Converse Commercial Properties
Listed By: Christopher C. Close
Source: Moodyscre
Added: Apr 22, 2025 Changed: Jul 10 Last Checked: Aug 19 at 3:18PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This commercial building, located in the heart of Historic Downtown Brainerd, presents a rare investment opportunity. Dating back to the early 1900s, the property was formerly home to Murphys Dry Goods for over half a century, and later the Iron Hills Pawn Shop. The main level features retail space. The upstairs contains a spacious unfinished apartment, offering the flexibility to live on-site or generate passive income through rental. This building offers a blend of legacy and opportunity for investors, business owners, or history enthusiasts.

Key Highlights

  • Prime location in the heart of Historic Downtown Brainerd.
  • Main level retail space suitable for various business ventures.
  • Spacious unfinished upstairs apartment for living or rental income.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Iron Hills gun ... Discount Store

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency HVAC Service Storage Facility Plumbing Service Electrical Service (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store

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

1,111
Businesses Nearby
69k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use

Foot Traffic Nearby

Shops & Services 60% Dining 40%
Holiday Station Store Shops & Services
16,258 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Dunkin' Donuts Dining
10,103 visits/mo 0.5 miles
Little Caesars Pizza Dining
9,190 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Hardee's Dining
8,234 visits/mo 0.5 miles
O'Reilly Auto Parts Shops & Services
5,689 visits/mo 0.2 miles

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?
Storefront property - Iconic commercial building in Historic Downtown Brainerd with retail space.
Where is this storefront property located?
The property is located at 704 Front St Brainerd, MN.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $249,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Prime location in the heart of Historic Downtown Brainerd.; Main level retail space suitable for various business ventures.; Spacious unfinished upstairs apartment for living or rental income.
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