Big Lake, MN
Commercial Real Estate Market Trends & Data

Big Lake's Demographic Profile

Big Lake has 4,464 households and a median income of $95,862, providing context for rent absorption and tenant demand across retail and multifamily assets. A +9% five-year population trend is a key signal for evaluating long-term demand in this market.

Key Demographic Metric Value
Population 12,973
# Households 4,464
Median age 35
Median household income $95,862
Avg household size 3.0
Renter-occupied housing units 708
5-year population change +9%

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Nearby Industrial Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size Cap Max
Zimmerman $379 3,800 SF 15.20%
Elk River $209 7,965 SF 15.20%
Nearby Retail Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size
Big Lake $213 5,037 SF
Becker $112 8,749 SF
Monticello $340 1,456 SF
Elk River $559 8,402 SF
Albertville $640 11,204 SF
Nearby Multifamily Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size Cap Max
Saint Francis $200 16,192 SF 7.05%
Oak Grove $142 16,192 SF 7.05%

Commercial Properties For Sale in Big Lake

The listings below reflect how current market pricing and building scale translate into active opportunities available today.
For Sale

350 Fern St

Big Lake, MN 55309

  • 1,196 SF Retail Building
  • $319,000
For Sale

Flexspace Commercial Condos of Otsego

Otsego, MN 55301

  • 79,200 SF Industrial Building
  • $333,900
For Sale

16585 197th Ave NW

Big Lake, MN 55309

  • 1.65 AC Lot
  • 1 Commercial Lot
  • $255,000
For Sale

12575 Oakview Ave

Becker, MN 55308

  • 1.80 AC Lot
  • 1 Commercial Lot
  • $976,833
For Sale

0 School Blvd

Monticello, MN 55362

  • 2.02 AC Lot
  • 1 Commercial Lot
  • $429,000
For Sale

0 School Blvd

Monticello, MN 55362

  • 2.57 AC Lot
  • 1 Commercial Lot
  • $549,000

Average Price For Sale

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Average Price For Lease

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Number of Listings

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Nearby Commercial Markets

Comparing nearby markets helps investors see whether Big Lake pricing and building scale sit above, below, or in line with surrounding areas.

Commercial Markets Avg Cost/SF Average Size
Big Lake $359 9,093 SF
Becker $1,055 13,177 SF
Monticello $1,612 4,120 SF
Zimmerman $378 3,800 SF
Elk River $235 8,408 SF

Regional Demographic Comparison

This comparison places Big Lake alongside nearby cities to show how population size, household counts, and income levels differ across the region. Viewing these markets side by side helps investors understand whether local demand and income characteristics are concentrated in Big Lake or distributed across surrounding areas.

City Population # Households Age Median Household Income Avg Household Size Renter Occupied Housing Units Five Yr Pop Growth %
Big Lake 12,973 4,464 35 $95,862 3 708 9%
Becker 5,296 1,827 35 $97,362 3 321 8%
Monticello 15,423 5,806 36 $85,991 3 1,506 10%
Zimmerman 7,448 2,604 35 $91,866 3 410 10%
Elk River 27,699 9,771 38 $89,850 3 2,090 9%

Disclaimer: The figures on this page reflect LoopNet's active commercial listings in Big Lake, MN and update as inventory changes. Averages can shift between periods or vary across property types depending on the mix of listings available at a given time, so individual metrics may not reflect broader market trends. These figures are best used as directional benchmarks for early market evaluation. For comprehensive commercial real estate data and analytics, subscribe to CoStar.

FAQs About Commercial Investing in Big Lake

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Is Big Lake a good market for a first-time commercial real estate investor?

Big Lake offers commercial properties across a wide range of sizes and price points. By reviewing the market data and benchmarks on this page, first-time investors can better understand what a typical commercial property looks like before committing capital and narrowing in on specific listings.

How can this market data help me decide whether to buy commercial property for my business in Big Lake?

The pricing and size metrics on this page help business owners compare the cost of ownership against leasing in Big Lake. Typical building sizes and asking prices provide a starting point for evaluating space needs, budget fit, and long term occupancy costs before engaging lenders or brokers.

What should conservative investors focus on when evaluating commercial properties in Big Lake?

Conservative investors often prioritize manageable deal sizes, stable pricing ranges, and cap rate benchmarks shown for Big Lake. These metrics help assess whether current market conditions support steady income potential without relying on aggressive assumptions.

How does Big Lake compare to nearby commercial real estate markets?

Nearby market comparisons highlight differences in pricing, building scale, and cap rate ranges relative to Big Lake. Reviewing these side by side helps experienced investors identify relative value, pricing premiums, or alternative markets that may better align with return targets.

How can this page support early-stage deal screening for Big Lake acquisitions?

This page provides high-level benchmarks for pricing, deal size, and observed cap rates in Big Lake, which are useful for initial market filtering. Institutional and data-driven investors often use these signals to prioritize listings that meet size, pricing, and return thresholds before deeper underwriting.