Listed by Close-Converse Commercial Properties
$249,000
704 Front Street
Details
APN 41241475; 09196041016Z889
Property Type Retail, Multifamily
Sub Type Apartment Building, Commercial
Square Footage 9,688
Year Built 1909
Acreage 0.090
Zoning MS - Main Street
Ceiling Height 10' - 14'
Retail | 9,688 SqFt
Marketing description
Discover a rare investment opportunity in Historic Downtown Brainerd. Step into the rich history and vibrant potential of this iconic commercial building, ideally located in the heart of Downtown Brainerd. Dating back to the early 1900s, this storied property was home to Murphy’s Dry Goods for over half a century, followed by the well-known Iron Hills Pawn Shop—a beloved local staple. Now, the stage is set for a new chapter. With its prime location and timeless charm, this is the perfect opportunity for a visionary entrepreneur to reimagine the main level retail space and bring fresh energy to the community. Upstairs, a spacious unfinished apartment offers the flexibility to live on-site or generate passive income through rental. Whether you’re an investor, business owner, or history enthusiast, this building offers a unique blend of legacy and opportunity. Don’t miss your chance to own a piece of Brainerd’s past—while shaping its future.
This building was first owned by Richard Parker and was built for him of white enameled brick by local contractors, the White Brothers (Isaac U. White & Charles B. White), about 1909. Located on the second floor was a beautiful seven-room apartment occupied by the owners of the building. In March of 1914 the building was purchased by George F. Murphy and Murphy's Dry Goods Store was operated by George and his wife Rosa Koop Murphy for over fifty years.
Part of Lots 16 thru 18 inclusive Block 41 desc as follows; comm 22 ft 5 inches E from the NW corner of Lot 18 on N line of Lot and bounded by a line running S 80 ft then E 46 ft 7 inches, then N 80 ft to a line of Lot 16, then W along N line 46 ft 7 inches, to the place of beg. Town of Brainerd & First Addition to Brainerd
Located in downtown Brainerd, nearby businesses include the American Legion, Lakes Lash, Atlas Title, Elysium, Bargains on 7th, Bell Creations, Big Jays, Bridge of Harmony, The Gallery, EL Menk, Brekkens, Food Co-op, Thairapy, Front Street Cafe, Blue Oyster, plus numerous others.
Investment highlights
- Building size total (sq. Ft): 9,688
- Building size main (sq. Ft): 3,724
- Building size upper (sq. Ft): 2,444
- Building size lower (sq. Ft): 3,520
- Lot size (sq. Ft): 3,726
- Lot size (acres): 0.09
- Lot dimensions: 80' x 46.58'
- Road frontage: 80' on front street
- Electric: 125 Amp, Single Phase
- Ceiling height: Main level: 14'; Upper level: 10'
- Overhead doors: 1 (7'w x 7'h) service door on main level
- Parking Spaces: On-Street Parking Only
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MS SpecialMain Street
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