117 Nelson St N

Nelson, MN 56355

$95,000
Price
19,166 / 0.44
Lot Size / Acres

Description

The echoes of past success still linger here – The Corral Saloon - but now, it’s time for a fresh start. This cleared and ready site invites your entrepreneurial spirit to take center stage! This parcel offers ample space to bring your vision to life, with city sewer, ALP electricity, natural gas infrastructure, and a private well already in place. Please note: This listing is for Parcel 1 only—the main commercial lot. There are two additional parcels available separately:
• Parcel 2: .44 acres along...The echoes of past success still linger here – The Corral Saloon - but now, it’s time for a fresh start. This cleared and ready site invites your entrepreneurial spirit to take center stage! This parcel offers ample space to bring your vision to life, with city sewer, ALP electricity, natural gas infrastructure, and a private well already in place. Please note: This listing is for Parcel 1 only—the main commercial lot. There are two additional parcels available separately:
• Parcel 2: .44 acres along the Central Lakes Bike Trail – $55,000
• Home Parcel: 2-bedroom, 16' x 50' home on .19 acres – $115,000
These two are not included in this listing, but the buyer of Parcel 1 will have first option to purchase them. Altogether, the three parcels total 1.07 acres of prime commercial opportunity. The City of Nelson recently completed major infrastructure improvements, including new paved streets, sidewalks, and storm drainage (2024). Strategically located just 5 minutes from Alexandria and Osakis, this spot also borders the Central Lakes Trail, attracting bikers and snowmobilers year-round. A rare opportunity to invest in a revitalized corridor—enquire today and bring your vision to life!
  1. Listed by Century 21 First Realty, Inc.

Property Details for 117 Nelson Street North

Zoning Jurisdiction
Business/Commercial
LISTING UPDATED: 07/25/2025 09:08 PM

Property Details for 117 Nelson Street North

StatusActive
MLS #6760837
Days on Compass163
Taxes$168 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeLand
MLS TypeLand
Year Built-
Lot Size0.44 AC
CountyDouglas County

Location

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Building Information for 117 Nelson Street North

Lot Size0.44 AC

Payment Calculator

$483 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$469

Property Taxes

$14

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 117 Nelson Street North

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City Name: Nelson
  • County Or Parish: Douglas
  • County: Douglas-MN
  • Directions: From Alexandria Co 82 East approx. 4 miles to Left into Nelson. From Osakis go West approx. 5 miles to Nelson MN, follow on County Rd 9. Nelson Street to 4x8 sign.
  • Latitude: 45.8876840099
  • Longitude: -95.2641619627
  • Map Coordinate: 999-A1
  • Map Coordinate Source: King's Street Atlas
  • City and Location: Nelson
  • City and Location Text: Nelson(MN)
  • Postal Code: 56355
  • State Or Province: MN
  • Public Survey Township: 128
  • Topography: High Ground,Sloped
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Additional Parcels Description: 900083598
  • Additional Parcels: Yes
  • Association Fee: $.00
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 900083599
  • Tax Annual Amount: $168.00
  • Tax Legal Description: 117'x165' OF NE4NE4 S OF UNION ST, W OF NELSON ST, & N OF RR EX .02 & .03 AC in SE COR AC .39
  • Tax Other Annual Assessment Amount: $.00
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax With Assessments: 168.0000
School Information
  • High School District: 206 - Alexandria
  • School District Number: 206
  • School District Phone: 320-762-2141
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Additional Land Available, Cleared
  • Lot Size Area: 0.44
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 165x117x165x118
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Program Acres Total: 0.0000
  • Property Type: Land
Utilities
  • Utilities: None Connected, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Underground Utilities Available
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street, County Road, Paved Streets, Sidewalks
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Property History for 117 Nelson Street North

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 24, 2025

Price Change

NorthStar #6760837

$95,000—
Jul 24, 2025

Listed (Active)

NorthStar #6760837

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May 18, 2025

Off Market

NorthStar #6369239

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May 17, 2023

Listed (Active)

NorthStar #6369239

$95,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/24/2025

Price Change

NorthStar #6760837

$95,000
07/24/2025

Listed (Active)

NorthStar #6760837

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05/18/2025

Off Market

NorthStar #6369239

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05/17/2023

Listed (Active)

NorthStar #6369239

$95,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 117 Nelson Street North

Taxable ValueLand$25,500Additions-Total$25,500
Tax Record2024$364 ($30 / month)
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt3,906 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,906 SqFtLot Size16,988 SqFtStyleRestaurantYear Built1898Year Renovated1973CountyDOUGLASAPN90-0083-500

Schools near 117 Nelson Street North

This home is within Alexandria Public School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Carlos Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Discovery Junior High School
Public - 6 to 8
Alexandria Area High School
Public - 9 to 12
Alexandria Online
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Carlos Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Discovery Junior High School
Public6 to 8

Alexandria Area High School
Public9 to 12

Alexandria Online
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 117 Nelson Street North, Nelson, MN 56355

117 Nelson Street North is a 0.44 ac of land for sale in Nelson, MN 56355. This property was listed for sale on July 24, 2025 by Century 21 First Realty, Inc., it's currently listed at $95,000. This listing's school district is Alexandria Public School District. Nearby schools include Carlos Elementary School, Discovery Junior High School and Alexandria Area High School. 117 Nelson Street North is a 0-bed, 0-bath, 0.44 ac of land on a 19,166 sq. ft. / 0.44 acres lot.

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