Prime Investment Opportunity on Main Street, Biwabik, MN. Located just miles from Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort in the heart of Minnesota’s Iron Range on the Main Street of Biwabik, this updated mixed-use property offers an exceptional live-work-play opportunity. This versatile building features: 3 revenue-generating apartments ideal for both short-term rentals or long-term tenants, 2 commercial spaces perfect for retail or office use, laundry center, and private outdoor hardscape patio for tenants or guests. Extensive recent upgrades include new plumbing (supply and drain), electrical service, heat distribution system, windows, whole-building ventilation, spray foam insulation, solar panels, and drywall. With its prime location and sustainable upgrades, this property is a smart and profitable investment opportunity. Each of the 3 apartments features beautifully refinished hardwood flooring, new kitchen cabinetry with quartz countertops, and stainless-steel appliances. The bathrooms are elegantly tiled, while the stunning wood trim throughout adds a touch of timeless craftsmanship. Each unit is thoughtfully designed, incorporating unique decorative elements that pay homage to the area's rich mining history, creating distinctive and inviting living spaces. All furnishings are included in the sale. The property offers two commercial spaces available for lease, including a professionally designed 750 sq. ft. coffee shop (COMM1) featuring a convenient walk-up window facing the street. The space includes brand-new commercial appliances (refrigerators, a nugget ice machine, a Turbofan commercial oven, and an espresso machine). The installation of equipment, countertops, and cabinetry is pending. Final work on the bathroom, utility room, and electrical/plumbing connections for coffee shop-specific equipment is remaining. This presents an excellent opportunity for a business looking to customize and establish a presence in a busy prime location with an average exposure of 4400 cars a day. The 1000sf detached commercial space (COMM2) has been extensively upgraded and is equipped with a range of modern amenities. Highlights include a new roof installed in 2022, a solar PV system with a 200-amp electrical service and grid tie, radiant floor heating with drainage, polished concrete floors, and roughed-in water, sewer, bathroom, and utility room connections. The space also features an Arctic Heat Pump system for efficient heating and air conditioning, new windows, LED lighting, and spray foam insulation for enhanced energy efficiency. This commercial unit is well-prepared to accommodate a variety of business needs and is ready for build-out. There is also a convenient on-site laundry center with 3 washers, 3 dryers, and storage space. A private hardscaped patio provides an outdoor retreat, while a 4-car parking pad, located adjacent to an easily accessible alley, ensures ample parking. Seller is willing to seperate the property into two parcels and would retain the parcel with second commerical space on it. The location is highly convenient, with a grocery store and gas station nearby, and a city park directly across the street, enhancing the property's appeal for both tenants and businesses. Listing agent related to seller.
The median home value in Biwabik, MN is $159,000. This is lower than the county median home value of $197,400. The national median home value is $338,100. The average price of homes sold in Biwabik, MN is $159,000. Approximately 60.67% of Biwabik homes are owned, compared to 14.61% rented, while 24.72% are vacant. Biwabik real estate listings include condos, townhomes, and single family homes for sale. Commercial properties are also available. If you see a property you’re interested in, contact a Biwabik real estate agent to arrange a tour today!
Biwabik, Minnesota has a population of 650. Biwabik is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 24.03% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 26.31%.
The median household income in Biwabik, Minnesota is $50,313. The median household income for the surrounding county is $61,213 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Biwabik is 47.7 years.
The average high temperature in July is 76.6 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of -6.8 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 28.4 inches per year, with 61.8 inches of snow per year.