704 Front St
Brainerd, MN 56401
Pawn Shop · Retail Property For Sale

INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS

  • Main Level: 3,724 SF Retail & Storage
  • Lower Level: 3,520 SF Unfinished Basement Storage
  • Upper Level: 2,444 SF Apartment
  • 7'x7' Service Door on Mail Level

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

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.

PROPERTY FACTS

Sale Type
Investment or Owner User
Property Type
Retail
Property Subtype
  • Storefront Retail/Residential
  • Flex Showroom
  • General Retail Storefront
Storefront Retail/Residential
Building Size
6,168 SF
Building Class
B
Year Built
1909
Price
$299,000
Price Per SF
$48.48
Tenancy
Single
Building Height
2 Stories
Building FAR
1.57
Lot Size
0.09 AC
Opportunity Zone
Yes
State officials designate a portion of qualified Census Tracts to be Opportunity Zones. Certain investments in Opportunity Zones may be eligible for preferential tax treatment.
Zoning
MS - Main Street
Frontage
80’ on Front Street

TRAFFIC

COLLECTION STREET CROSS STREET TRAFFIC VOLUME YEAR Distance
Front St 8th St S, E 5,272 2025 0.05 mi
8th St S Laurel St, S 4,101 2025 0.07 mi
Broadway Ave Front St, S 4,683 2025 0.08 mi
S 6th St Front St, N 1,823 2025 0.09 mi
Laurel Street S 8th St, W 790 2022 0.10 mi
Front St S 9th St, E 612 2025 0.10 mi
South 8th Street Laurel St, S 4,700 2022 0.10 mi
Washington St N 7th St, W 25,214 2025 0.11 mi
Laurel St S 8th St, W 778 2025 0.11 mi
Washington Street N 7th St, W 24,173 2022 0.11 mi

PROPERTY TAXES

Parcel Number 09196041016Z889 Improvements Assessment $95,500
Land Assessment $36,300 Total Assessment $131,800

MAP

  • Listing ID: 35587470

  • Date on Market: 4/22/2025

  • Last Updated: 5/27/2025

  • Address: 704 Front St, Brainerd, MN 56401

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