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981 Payne Ave, MN

Turnkey commercial property in a high-growth Saint Paul corridor.

Property Size3,849 SF
Lot Size0.06 Acres
Price / SF$64.95
Days on Market265

Property Features for 981 Payne Ave

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 3,849 SF
Lot size 0.06 Acres
Property subtype RETAIL
Listing Agency: KW Commercial Premier - St Paul
Listed By: William Schultz
Source: Moodyscre
Added: Nov 17, 2025 Changed: Aug 8 Last Checked: Aug 8 at 12:33PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This commercial property is located in the Payne-Phalen corridor of Saint Paul. The property features a single commercial space totaling approximately 1,600 square feet, divided into three connected sections. Currently, two sections are occupied by a beauty salon, while the third serves as a barbershop/salon area. The layout allows for continued use as a multi-operator salon or reconfiguration into a single retail or service space. The property has undergone recent upgrades. It offers visibility, street presence, and neighborhood foot traffic. The Payne Avenue corridor is experiencing revitalization, anchored by the Hamm’s Brewery redevelopment and the Latino Economic Development Center’s transformation, which will introduce a new event center, commercial kitchen, restaurants, and retail to the area. The property is positioned in a high-growth, community-driven district that continues to attract long-term investment and development.

Key Highlights

  • Located in the heart of Saint Paul’s thriving Payne‑Phalen corridor, an area experiencing major revitalization.
  • Fully built‑out, move‑in ready commercial property with recent upgrades, offering a turnkey opportunity.
  • Flexible 1,600 sq ft space easily reconfigurable.

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 Law Firm Electrical Service HVAC Service Plumbing Service Parking Lot & Garage Kitchen & Bath Showroom

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

1,291
Businesses Nearby
44k
Monthly Visits Nearby

Foot Traffic Nearby

Shops & Services 74% Dining 26%
Holiday Station Store Shops & Services
13,908 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Mister Car Wash Shops & Services
11,776 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Burger King Dining
11,264 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Speedway Shops & Services
4,990 visits/mo 0.4 miles
O'Reilly Auto Parts Shops & Services
1,985 visits/mo 0.4 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?
Retail space - Turnkey commercial property in a high-growth Saint Paul corridor.
Where is this retail space located?
The property is located at 981 Payne Ave MN.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $250,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Located in the heart of Saint Paul’s thriving Payne‑Phalen corridor, an area experiencing major revitalization.; Fully built‑out, move‑in ready commercial property with recent upgrades, offering a turnkey opportunity.; Flexible 1,600 sq ft space easily reconfigurable.
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