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    981 Payne Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55130

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    Commercial property in a high-growth area with income potential.

    Type:Office, Retail
    Property size:
    1,556 SF
    Price / SF:
    $160/SF
    Added:
    Nov 11, 2025
    Days on Market:
    183
    Last Refresh:
    Mar 16 at 1:32 pm

    Property Features for 981 Payne Ave

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    1,556 SF
    Property subtype
    Office, Retail

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1922

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    Listing Contact
    William Schultz

    Listing agent William Schultz License #40835740

    Listing office KW Commercial Woodbury - East Suburban

    Listing date Nov 11, 2025

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    HighLights

    • Located in the heart of Saint Paul’s thriving Payne‑Phalen corridor, experiencing major revitalization.
    • Fully built‑out commercial property of approximately 1,600 square feet, currently operating as a beauty salon and barbershop.
    • Flexible layout allows for continued use as a multi‑operator salon or reconfiguration into a single cohesive retail or service space.
    • Move‑in ready condition due to numerous recent upgrades.
    • Excellent visibility, strong street presence, and steady neighborhood foot traffic.
    • Potential for significant rent growth based on market rents in the area.

    Overview

    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. 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 offers investors, business owners, or portfolio buyers an income-producing asset in a high-growth, community-driven district. The property size is 1556 square feet.
    Property Profile Insight Report Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Retail space

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Law Firm Restaurant Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Gym & Fitness Center Daycare Center

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Location Insight

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    • Local Demand
    City
    Saint Paul
    County
    Dakota
    State
    Minnesota
    Longitude
    -93.0736622
    Latitude
    44.9708445

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Retail space - Commercial property in a high-growth area with income potential.
    Where is this retail space located?
    The property is located at 981 Payne Ave Saint Paul, 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, experiencing major revitalization.; **Fully built‑out commercial property of approximately 1,600 square feet**, currently operating as a beauty salon and barbershop.; Flexible layout allows for continued use as a multi‑operator salon or reconfiguration into a single cohesive retail or service space.
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    How We Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

    • Recent sale price (if available)
    • Statistical models using comparable sales
    • AI-powered valuation estimates

    Example Calculation

    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

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    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

    • Cap Rate calculations depend on market data that may change over time
    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

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    This method estimates value based on actual market adjusted recent (~5 years) sales of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
    AI Estimate

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    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
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    Estimate considers the property’s potential value if used for a different purpose-based on zoning, demand, and market feasibility.

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