NAI North Star

NAI North Star NAI North Star, based in Mankato, is the leading commercial brokerage and development firm in Southern Minnesota.

We believe in practicing ethical and educated brokerage, property management and investing expertise to support all portfolio sizes.

  🥯  We’re excited to welcome Boujee Bagels & Coffee Co to 511 Holly Lane in Mankato.  This locally grown concept brings...
06/02/2026

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We’re excited to welcome Boujee Bagels & Coffee Co to 511 Holly Lane in Mankato.
This locally grown concept brings handcrafted bagel sandwiches, quality coffee, and an elevated place to meet, study, or work right here in our retail center.
At NAI Northstar, our focus is pairing strong local operators with high-visibility locations that add real value to the community—and Boujee Bagels fits that vision perfectly.
Stop in this week, check out their new space, and support one of Mankato’s newest food and beverage destinations.

Owner-user and Investment opportunity in the heart of Old Town Mankato.327 N Riverfront Drive offers a beautifully renov...
06/01/2026

Owner-user and Investment opportunity in the heart of Old Town Mankato.
327 N Riverfront Drive offers a beautifully renovated commercial space with strong storefront visibility, plus a fully leased upper-level apartment providing immediate income. Whether you’re looking to establish your business in a high-traffic downtown location or add a quality asset to your portfolio, this property checks all the boxes.
• 2,640 SF office/retail space
• 4 private offices + reception area
• Fully leased apartment (income-producing)
• New roof (2024) + extensive renovations
• Prime downtown visibility + nearby public parking

Position your business in one of Mankato’s most active and walkable districts.
Contact Cate DeBates for more information or to schedule a tour.

05/28/2026

We’re packing up the old space and rolling into our new home base here in Mankato—Buildout is still in progress, but consider this your sneak peek at what’s coming next. Huge shoutout to Mayflower Moving for making this a smooth move and doing the heavy lifting for our team. Stay tuned for the final Buildout reveal!

🚨 Just Listed — 101 7th Street South, Saint James, MNTwo-story split-level brick office building on a prominent downtown...
05/26/2026

🚨 Just Listed — 101 7th Street South, Saint James, MN

Two-story split-level brick office building on a prominent downtown corner in the heart of Saint James — the county seat of Watonwan County.

âś… 3,000 SF total (~1,500 SF per level)
✅ Lower level leased — in-place income on day one
✅ Upper level (~1,500 SF) available — recently remodeled with reception, conference room, kitchenette, and multiple private offices
âś… New commercial parking lot + dedicated side entrance for the upper suite
âś… Two furnaces / two A/C units (recently updated)
âś… Contract for deed available to qualified buyers

đź’° For Sale: $217,495 | đź“‹ For Lease: $1,500/month

A clean, low-maintenance corner asset with in-place income and immediate upside for an owner-user or investor. Perfect fit for financial, legal, accounting, insurance, or any client-facing professional services tenant looking for a visible, turn-key Saint James address.

DM or call for the full investment package and private tour.

Brenden Olson | NAI Northstar

05/21/2026

🚨 PRIME RETAIL/COMMERCIAL SPACE AVAILABLE 🚨
Looking to position your business in the ultimate family entertainment and sports hub? We have 2,400 to 4,909 Sq Ft of prime, highly visible space available at The Pond on Madison!

Whether you want it built-to-suit your exact specifications or taken as-is, this space is the perfect blank canvas for like-minded retail, entertainment, or sporting establishments looking to join a high-energy community destination.

✨ Space Highlights:
Size: 2,400 – 4,909 Sq Ft (Flexible layouts available)

Ceiling Heights: Massive 20’+ ceilings

Visibility: Huge building signage opportunities on a primary retail thoroughfare with 30,000+ Vehicles Per Day (VPD)!

Design Ready: CAD/Design support is available upon request to help bring your vision to life.

📍 Why Choose The Pond?
You won't just be leasing a space; you’ll be tapping into a massive, built-in customer base. You will be sharing a roof with heavy-hitting anchors including:

🏒 The UNRL Rink & ETS Performance

🏥 Mayo Clinic Health System Sport Performance

🍕 Crooked Pint Ale House & Green Mill On the Go

🏓 Outdoor Pickleball Courts & a major event Venue

Perks include: Ample customer parking, high-capacity shared restrooms, and a massive daily draw of families, athletes, and diners.

Let’s build your dream space. DM us today or reach out to request CAD designs and schedule a tour!

"Right-sizing" isn't just a buzzword—it’s a strategic alignment of your space with your long-term business goals. Today,...
05/14/2026

"Right-sizing" isn't just a buzzword—it’s a strategic alignment of your space with your long-term business goals.

Today, NAI North Star’s Kate DeBates and Dave Schooff presented at the Greater Mankato Growth Business Excellence Series, sharing practical tools for navigating today's complex commercial real estate market.

Key Takeaways from the session:

The Math of Waste:
Unused space is a silent cost-killer. For example, 650 sq. ft. of underutilized space at $20/sq. ft. costs your business $13,000 annually.
Market Shifts:
While Mankato’s downtown has seen revitalization, Hilltop office space is currently in high demand with limited availability.
Financial Realities:
Deal-making faces new hurdles with rising insurance costs and property tax re-evaluations upon sale.
Negotiation Power:
Landlords often prefer retaining existing tenants over finding new ones, giving you leverage for building improvements or lease flexibility.

Your space should work for you, not the other way around. Whether you are remodeling or moving, building a team of trusted experts is the first step to success. Let us be there for you when it matters most at NAI Northstar.

05/12/2026

Stadium Commons townhomes are now leasing for August 1 move-ins, offering modern student housing just minutes from the Minnesota State University, Mankato campus.

Located at 400–629 Skylark Trail in Mankato, Stadium Commons features 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath layouts with an attached garage, LVT flooring, in-unit laundry, an eat-in kitchen, and a spacious floorplan ideal for roommates. With an onsite bus stop providing easy transit to MSU and around town, this community is a strong fit for students seeking convenient, off-campus living near campus, shopping, dining, and parks.

Lease-ups are happening now with select units available for August 1, 2026—visit the Stadium Commons page from Plaid Hat Management to view availability, pricing, and to apply online:
https://www.plaidhatmgmt.com/residential-properties/stadium-commons

2023 S Broadway St New Ulm, MinnesotaProperty Highlights 7-8 Offices 30'+ Retail Frontage Lighted Signage Opportunity Hy...
05/06/2026

2023 S Broadway St New Ulm, Minnesota

Property Highlights
7-8 Offices
30'+ Retail Frontage
Lighted Signage Opportunity Hy-Vee Anchored Strip -- Excellent Traffic and Visibility

Property Overview
Move-in ready office space for lease featuring a fully built-out, medicalstyle layout ideal for med spas, dental, veterinary, or clinic users. The suite includes 7+ patient/exam rooms, plumbing and sinks in the majority of rooms—only two without sinks—supporting efficient clinical operations, and a large front office/reception area . Additional highlights include an ADA-compliant restroom, dedicated back storage area, water softener system, and fully carpeted interiors. Expansive front windows provides natural light and strong storefront visibility. This turnkey space minimizes upfront buildout costs while delivering immediate functionality for professional service providers.

05/04/2026

Looking for your next go-to lunch spot? Sadaka's Deli at Madison East Center is a local gem serving up great food right here in our community! This Small Business Week, we're proud to spotlight the incredible small businesses that make our properties more than just real estate.

At NAI Northstar, we work with businesses of every size — from growing local delis to large-scale commercial tenants. Whether you're looking for your first space or your next expansion, we're here to help make it happen.

📍 Madison East Center | Mankato, MN
🏢 Interested in a space of your own? Let's talk.

Address

1400 Madison Avenue
Mankato, MN
56001

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+15079955392

Website

http://plaidhatmgmt.com/

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