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$1,300,000 -$700,000 (-35%) Price Reduced

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Commercial
  • 125,000 Sq. Ft.
  • 16.074 Acres
  • Updated 4 days ago
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An exceptional redevelopment and investment opportunity awaits with the former GFW Middle School, situated on approximately 16 acres in the heart of Fairfax. Built in 1978, this expansive vacant campus offers tremendous potential for commercial, institutional, residential, or mixed-use redevelopment, subject to applicable approvals. The existing building features substantial square footage with classrooms, offices, common areas, gymnasium space, commercial kitchen facilities, and supporting infrastructure ready to be reimagined. Numerous capital improvements have already been completed, including a 2019 digital HVAC controls upgrade, fiber internet installation, digital fire protection system, upgraded kitchen hoods, updated classroom heating controls, security camera system, key card front entry access, 2008 boiler pumps, and 2019 water heaters. Portions of the roof remain under a service contract for added value. The property also adjoins a city park with baseball fields, volleyball courts, a playground, basketball court, and community garden. Appraised at approximately $6,000,000 in 2024, this landmark property presents an extraordinary opportunity with exceptional infrastructure and endless redevelopment potential.

Full Property Details for 300 3rd Ave SE

General

  • Price: $1,300,000
  • Taxes: $2,510 (2026)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Commercial
  • Source: NorthStarMLS_RMLS
  • MLS ID: 7119576
  • Updated: 8/20/2026
  • Added to Site: 24 day(s) ago

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Attached garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 5
  • Parking Features: Attached Garage, Parking Lot

Location

  • County: Renville
  • Township: Fairfax
  • Subdivision: Fairfax Council Rep
  • Driving Directions: From Hwy 4, turn west on 3rd Ave. Turn south on 2nd St.

School Information

  • School District: 2365 - G.F.W.
  • High School District: G.F.W.

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating Type: Boiler
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas

Utilities

  • Sewer: City Sewer in Street
  • Water: City Water (In-Street)
  • Utility Description: Electric Common, Heating Common

Structural Information

  • Basement: Yes
  • Foundation Size: 30000
  • Roof: Age 8 Years or Less, Flat
  • Disability Access: Other
  • Square Feet: 125,000
  • Finished Down/Base.: 125,000 Sq. Ft.
  • Current Bldg. Use: Other, Vacant
  • Year Built: 1978

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 16.074
  • Lot Dimensions: 469 x 70 x 88 x 115 x 541 x 66 x 662 x 580 x 320 x 70 x 68 x 20 x 256 x 140 x 444
  • Frontage: City Street, Paved Streets
  • Potential Use: Other, Income
  • Zoning: Business/Commercial
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot, Light Tree Coverage

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount: $2,510
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Terms: Cash, Other

Disclosures and Reports

  • Special Conditions: In Foreclosure
  • Legal Description: PT OF LOTS 1-10 ORIGINAL PLAT(INCLUDING ALLEY), PT OF OL 1 FAIRFAX COUNCIL REPLAT, PT OF REM LOT A WELSH'S 2ND ADDN IN S2
  • Inclusions: Building, Fixture/Equipment, Land
  • Property ID: 310111500

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Schools serving 300 3rd Ave SE

School District:G.F.W.
NameGradesDistance
G.F.W. Elementary School
323 East 11th Street, Gibbon, MN 55335
PK-59.6 mi
Gfw Middle School
1001 Cottonwood Street, Winthrop, MN 55396
6-817.3 mi
GFW High School
1001 Cottonwood Street, Winthrop, MN 55396
9-1217.3 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 300 3rd Ave SE Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Price
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8/20/2026
Price Reduced
$1,300,000
-35%
MLS
8/01/2026
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$2,000,000
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Tax History for 300 3rd Ave SE

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2026
$2,510
-8%
$117,100
—
2023
$2,740
-56%
$117,100
—
2022
$6,238
941%
$117,100
-57%
2021
$599
—
$270,000
-87%
2020
$599
—
$2,094,200
—
2019
$599
—
$2,094,200
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2018
$599
—
$2,094,200
—
2017
$599
—
$2,094,200
100%
2016
$599
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