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$234,900
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Single Family:  2 Stories
2 br • 2 ba • Built 1918
6,350 sqft • 0.125 acres
MLS# 7058885
763-576-8286
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    Property Description

    Historic DeMarce Theater – Turnkey Entertainment & Investment Opportunity Unique opportunity to own the fully refurbished DeMarce Theater, a turnkey entertainment venue located in downtown Benson. The building occupies a (41’ x 130’) city lot and is commercially zoned, offering excellent visibility and versatility for continued theater operations, events, or entertainment use. The theater features a welcoming 30’ x 34’ lobby with a fully equipped concession area including popcorn machine, butter dispenser, refrigerator, freezer, pizza oven, nacho cheese warmer, chip and pretzel warmer, mini-donut oven, food carts, candy carts, and digital menu display screens. Two Square POS systems with card readers and printer are included. A major bonus to the property is the active food, beer, and wine license, allowing expanded concessions, private events, and additional revenue opportunities. The auditorium seats approximately 156 guests in comfortable rocker chairs with cup holders and also includes 12 tables and chairs for flexible seating arrangements. A rooftop air conditioning unit was installed in 2023. The theater includes a 16’ x 30’ screen and a new 2025 Barco SP2K-9S Smart Laser digital projector, along with a professional 5.1 Dolby Surround Sound system featuring QSC audio components including amplifiers, stage speakers, surround speakers, and an 18” subwoofer. Additional building features include a basement under the lobby (30’ x 34’) with electric water heater, projector room, office space with bathroom, and storage areas. The property also includes an income-producing apartment currently rented, featuring 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, hardwood flooring, washer and dryer, electric stove and refrigerator, split heating and cooling unit, and separate 100-amp electrical service. This is a rare opportunity to purchase a fully operational theater with updated projection equipment, seating, concessions, and built-in rental income. Ideal for an owner/operator, entertainment group, or investor looking for a unique downtown destination property.

    Listing

    Listing Status: Active
    Contingency: None
    List Price: $234,900
    Price per sq ft: $37
    Property Type: Single Family
    City: Benson
    Garage Spaces: 0
    County: Swift
    Year Built: 1918
    State: MN
    Property Style: 2 Stories
    Zip Code: 56215

    Interior

    Bedrooms: 2
    Bathrooms: 2
    Finished Area: 6,350 ft2
    Total Fireplaces: 0
    Living Area: 6,350 ft2
    Common Wall: No
    Basement Details: Partial

    Exterior

    Stories: Two
    Garage Spaces: 0
    Air Conditioning: Central Air, Ductless Mini-Split
    Foundation Size: 5,330 ft2
    Handicap Accessible: Other
    Heating System:
    • Ductless Mini-Split
    • Forced Air
    Parking Features: Other

    Rooms

    1/4 Baths: None
    Full Baths: 2
    Half Baths: None
    3/4 Baths: None

    Lot & Land

    Acres: 0.125
    Geolocation: 45.3152903975, -95.6009809957
    Lot Dimensions: 42 130 41 130
    Zoning:
    • Business/Commercial
    • Residential-Single Family

    Schools

    School District: 2265
    District Phone: 3208432710

    Financial & Taxes

    Tax Year: 2026
    Annual Taxes: $802
    Lender-owned: No
    Assessment Pending: Yes
    Taxes w/ Assessments: $902
    Association Fee Required: No
    Association Fee: None

    Miscellaneous

    Fuel System:
    • Electric
    • Natural Gas
    Sewer System: City Sewer/Connected
    Water System: City Water/Connected

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