Eagle Valley School - 106 Frank St S, Clarissa MN
For Sale By Owner
No Commission • No Brokers

57,022 Square Feet
of Endless Potential

Former Eagle Valley High School — Clarissa, Minnesota

57,022 Square Feet
24 Classrooms
$6.14 Per Sq Ft
1970 Year Built
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A Rare Find in Central Minnesota

This 57,022-square-foot former K-12 school building sits on expansive grounds in Clarissa, Minnesota — a prime investment opportunity with endless potential for adaptive reuse.

With 24 classrooms (each approximately 900 sq ft, six with private bathrooms), a full-size gymnasium with newly refinished hardwood floors and stage, a commercial-grade kitchen, science labs, and vocational classrooms, this property is ready for its next chapter.

Whether you envision assisted living, a community center, event venue, fitness facility, mixed-use development, or educational campus — the infrastructure is already in place. A new roof was installed in 2017, and seller financing is available to qualified buyers.

Seller Financing Flexible terms available
New Roof (2017) Major capital expense done
$6,150 Annual Tax Extremely low carrying cost
No Brokers / No Commission Buy direct from owner
Property exterior rear view with parking lot and loading dock

What's Included

Everything you need for a turnkey conversion. The infrastructure is already in place — just bring your vision.

24 Classrooms

Each approximately 900 sq ft. Six rooms include private bathrooms — ideal for offices, apartments, or patient rooms.

Full-Size Gymnasium

Regulation hardwood court with newly refinished floors, retractable bleachers on both sides, and overhead lighting.

Stage & Auditorium

Built-in stage with curtains, backstage area, and sound system infrastructure. Perfect for events and performances.

Commercial Kitchen

Full commercial-grade kitchen with stainless steel equipment, industrial hood ventilation, and serving window to gym.

Science Labs

Multiple lab rooms with built-in plumbing, ventilation systems, and specialized infrastructure already installed.

Two Locker Rooms

Full men's and women's locker rooms with showers. Ready for fitness, athletics, or dormitory conversion.

Large Parking Lot

Expansive paved parking area with loading dock access. Ample space for any commercial or institutional operation.

New Roof (2017)

Complete roof replacement in 2017 eliminates a major capital expense. Building is weather-tight and well-maintained.

Reimagine the Possibilities

At $6.14 per square foot, this property offers exceptional value for a wide range of adaptive reuse projects. The existing infrastructure dramatically reduces conversion costs.

01

Assisted Living & Memory Care

24 rooms (6 with bathrooms), commercial kitchen, wide hallways, and open common areas make this ideal for residential care. The gym converts to a beautiful activity space.

Strongest Use Case
02

Event & Banquet Venue

The gymnasium, stage, and commercial kitchen are a ready-made event facility. Add tables and a liquor license and you have a 500+ person banquet hall with catering.

03

Community Center

Serve the region with recreation, education, and gathering space. The gym, classrooms, kitchen, and grounds support virtually any community programming.

04

Fitness & Wellness Center

The gymnasium, locker rooms, and open floor plan are perfect for a gym, CrossFit box, martial arts studio, or wellness center with multiple activity zones.

05

Educational Campus

Charter school, private academy, trade school, or workforce training center. The building was designed for education — classrooms, labs, gym, and cafeteria are turnkey.

06

Mixed-Use Development

Convert classrooms to apartments or offices, keep the gym as community space, lease the kitchen to a restaurant. Multiple revenue streams under one roof.

07

Religious & Church Facility

Gym seats 500+, kitchen for fellowship meals, classrooms for Sunday school, stage for worship. A complete church campus in one building.

08

Childcare & Daycare Center

Licensed kitchen, individual rooms, gym for indoor play, and secure entry. Ready for conversion to a large-capacity childcare operation.

09

Transitional Housing & Nonprofit

24 individual rooms, kitchen, showers, and common areas. Ideal for transitional housing, workforce housing, or youth program facility.

Buy Direct From the Owner

No brokers. No commission fees. No middlemen. Deal directly with the property owner for faster negotiations and better terms.

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Property Details

Building

Address 106 Frank St S, Clarissa, MN 56440
Total Size 57,022 sq ft
Year Built 1970
Roof Replaced 2017
Property Type Commercial / Institutional
Former Use Eagle Valley High School (K-12)
Construction Brick / Steel Frame
County Todd County, Minnesota

Interior

Classrooms 24 rooms (~900 sq ft each)
Private Bathrooms 6 classrooms with en-suite
Gymnasium Full-size, refinished hardwood
Kitchen Commercial-grade, stainless steel
Stage Built-in with curtains & backstage
Locker Rooms 2 with showers
Labs Science labs with plumbing
Vocational Art & shop classrooms

Financial

Asking Price $350,000 (Negotiable)
Price / Sq Ft $6.14
Annual Taxes $6,150
Monthly Taxes ~$513/month
Financing Seller financing available
Deal Structure Open to creative offers
Sale Type For Sale By Owner (FSBO)
Commission $0 — No brokers

Todd County Parcel Information

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Seller financing available with flexible terms. Open to creative deal structures including land contracts, lease-to-own, and 1031 exchanges. Contact us to discuss options.

Frequently Asked Questions

At $6.14 per square foot, this is well below replacement cost for a building of this size and construction quality. The price reflects the property's location in rural Minnesota and the owner's motivation to find the right buyer who will put this building to good use. It's priced to sell and offers exceptional value for any adaptive reuse project.

The building is structurally sound with a new roof installed in 2017. The gymnasium floor was recently refinished. The commercial kitchen equipment is in working condition. Like any building of this age and size, some areas may need updating depending on your intended use, but the bones are solid and the major capital expenses (roof, structure, plumbing, electrical) are in place.

Yes. The owner is open to seller financing with negotiable terms for qualified buyers. This includes land contracts, lease-to-own arrangements, and other creative deal structures. We're also open to working with buyers doing 1031 exchanges. Contact us to discuss what works for your situation.

Absolutely. We encourage all serious buyers to schedule an in-person showing. We can accommodate tours on most days with advance notice. Use the contact form below or call us directly to set up a time. Virtual walkthroughs may also be available upon request.

The property is currently zoned for institutional/commercial use. Zoning changes or variances for specific uses (such as residential conversion or assisted living) would need to be coordinated with Todd County. Many adaptive reuse projects in former school buildings have successfully navigated this process. We recommend contacting Todd County Planning & Zoning for details specific to your intended use.

As a 1970s-era school building, buyers should anticipate standard due diligence items common to buildings of this era. We recommend a Phase I environmental assessment as part of your due diligence. The property is not located in a flood zone and has minimal environmental risk factors. The rural location means clean air, low noise, and no industrial contamination concerns.

Yes. Clarissa is located in a USDA-designated rural area, which means the property and its future use may qualify for various USDA Rural Development programs including business loans, community facility grants, and rural housing programs. These programs can significantly reduce acquisition and renovation costs for qualifying projects.

We previously had the property listed with a broker and it was under contract at $350,000. That deal fell through, and we've chosen to sell directly this time to save both parties the 5-6% commission cost. This means a more competitive price for buyers and a more flexible negotiation process. You're dealing directly with the owner — no layers, no delays.

Clarissa, Minnesota

A peaceful small town in Todd County, Central Minnesota. Located along Highway 71, Clarissa offers small-town charm with easy access to regional centers.

Nearby Cities

Wadena 15 miles
Long Prairie 20 miles
Brainerd / Baxter 50 miles
St. Cloud 80 miles
Fargo, ND 120 miles
Minneapolis / St. Paul 150 miles

Area Highlights

  • Highway 71 access
  • Low cost of living
  • Strong rural community
  • Lakes region recreation
  • USDA Rural Development eligible
  • Todd County services & support
  • Central MN healthcare access

Interested? Let's Talk.

Schedule a showing, request more information, or submit an offer. We respond to all inquiries within 24 hours.

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Property Information

106 Frank St S
Clarissa, MN 56440
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Quick Facts

Asking Price $350,000
Price Negotiable Yes
Seller Financing Available
Creative Deals Welcome
Commission $0
Sale Type FSBO
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