Property Description THE BACK PORCH â HISTORIC BUILDING & PROFITABLE BUSINESS IN DOWNTOWN PERHAM! A Rare Opportunity to own one of Perhamâs most Recognized & Beloved Businesses â The Back Porch, a Long-Standing Local Favorite located in the Heart of Downtown Perham.
Positioned on a Prime Corner Double Lot on Main Street, just steps from Turtle Race Park, this property enjoys Exceptional Visibility & Consistent Foot Traffic â the same qualities that make Downtown Perham such a Vibrant Place to Do Business.
Built with Craftsmanship that has stood the test of time, this Historic Property blends Character & Opportunity in a way thatâs increasingly rare. The Expansive Building offers over 11,000 SqFt of Space, with approximately 5,750 SqFt of Finished Retail, plus Generous Storage, Work Areas, and a Full Second Story with potential for Loft Apartments or Future Expansion.
The Back Porch has been part of Perhamâs Story for Decades â a true Cornerstone of the Community. Now, itâs ready for its Next Chapter. With its Prime Location, Turnkey Operation, and Enduring Reputation, this property represents a unique chance to step into a Profitable Business & Iconic Building in the Heart of Perham.
Details
Contract Information
Status: Closed
Off Market Date: 2026-07-01
Current Price: 730000
Closed Date: 2026-07-06
Sales Close Price: 730000
Contingency: None
ListPrice: 789000
List Date: 2025-10-29
Owner is an Agent?: No
Auction?: No
General Property Information
Lot Measurement: Acres
Multiple PIDs?: Yes
Owner Occupied: Yes
Waterfront YN: No
Year Built: 1894
Yearly/Seasonal: Yearly
Zoning: Business/Commercial
Foundation Size: 3750
For Sale or Lease: For Sale
Acres: 0.09
Lot Dimensions: 50 x 80
Assessment Pending: No
Location Tax and Other Information
Postal City: Perham
County: Otter Tail
State: MN
Zip Code: 56573
Complex/Dev/Subdivision: Village/Perham
Additional Parcels Information
Property ID #2: 77000990083000
Assessments
Assessment Balance: 10542.89
Assessment Installment: 1252.78
Tax With Assessments: 6850
Basement
Foundation Dimensions: 25x80 | 25x70
Building Information
Building Finished SqFt: 5750
Building SqFt: 11250
Ceiling Height: 11-15
Lease Details
Land Leased: Not Applicable
Miscellaneous Information
Homestead: No
Ownership
Fractional Ownership: No
Public Survey Info
Range#: 39
Section#: 14
Township#: 136
Sale Options
Sale Includes: Building, Business Assets, Business, Fixture/Equipment, Land
Unit Details
Total Units: 1
Property Features
Accessible: Other
Air Conditioning: Central Air
Amenities Unit: Hardwood Floors
Basement: Full; Partially Finished; Storage Space
CMU Style: Apartments and Retail; Business Opportunity; Mixed Use; Retail/Shopping Center
Construction Materials: Brick
Construction Status: Previously Owned
Current Use: Retail
Exterior: Brick/Stone
Flooring: Wood
Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Fuel: Electric; Natural Gas
Heating: Forced Air
Internet Options: Fiber Optic
Location Description: Downtown
Lock Box Type: None
Lot Description: Corner Lot
Miscellaneous Information: Building Sign; Display Window
On Site Utilities: Electric Separate; Heating Separate; Hot Water Separate
Potential Use: Diversified; Income; Retail
Road Frontage: City Street; Paved Streets; Sidewalks; Street Lights
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Roof: Rubber
Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
Stories: Two
Wall Description: Finished
Water: City Water/Connected
Window Features: Display Window(s); Insulated Windows