Tailwind Group is always seeking new and innovative investment opportunities and focuses on commercially zoned land capable of supporting retail expansion.

121 Sioux Road

Mankato, MN

Located in the heart of the Mankato business district, this former warehouse was converted into a thriving retail center that hosts multiple businesses. Incorporating modest, yet mainstream design characteristics, this redevelopment has spurned a series of investment improvements that provide added value to the community.

  • 12,000 square feet commercial strip center
  • Efficiently designed with unique aesthetic elements using first class construction
  • Tenants include national franchise Complete Nutrition and other local businesses

261 Bunting Lane

Mankato, MN

With steadily increasing student enrollment, our group saw the need for an added commercial presence, conveniently located adjacent to the Minnesota State University, Mankato campus. As lead developer, our organization worked with a valuable investment partner to construct a practical design, capable of supporting multiple retail and commercial business units.

  • 6,000 square feet retail space
  • Centrally and strategically located in an expanding commercial zone
  • Tenants include several area businesses

300 Madison Avenue

Mankato, MN

This repurposed location originally housed a city fire station. Purchased on an RFP bid, this retired firehouse was originally intended to be a mixed-use development with high-end residential units and a main level office space. Addressing concerns from the neighborhood, the project was redesigned to house a single commercial tenant to meet the wishes of the local community.

  • 15,800 square feet
  • Public/private partnership rehabilitated this station into a quality retail location
  • Single tenant includes a local daycare facility

518 South Front Street

Mankato, MN

The Front Street Mixed Use building contains Class A office space in addition to the contemporary downtown Residences@518. Located on the newly renovated Front Street, it is part of Block 518 initiative, an exciting mixed-use, city block development, centrally located in the ever-evolving downtown City Center in Mankato, MN.

  • 31,500 square feet, five stories
  • Public space art gallery
  • 20 contemporary living spaces
  • On-site covered parking, 280 ramp stalls
  • Located as part of Block 518 within easy walking distance of many area businesses, restaurants and entertainment

530 South Front Street

Mankato, MN

For many years, the property located at 530 S. Front Street was a focal point of downtown Mankato. However, years of neglect and disrepair marked the decline of this once prosperous business location. Following acquisition, our group embarked on an aggressive redevelopment campaign to transform this location into a successful mixed-use site making it once again a vibrant community cornerstone.

  • 15,000 square feet residential and retail space
  • First class residential suites developed in multiple sizes and configurations
  • Tenants include Pita Pit and other local businesses

1226 South Minnesota Avenue

St. Peter, MN

Located at the south end of the St. Peter business district, this former gas station was repurposed into a thriving retail center that hosts several national franchises. Incorporating contemporary and textured design materials, this redevelopment now provides added value to the community.

  • 6,000 square feet commercial strip center
  • Strategically located in an expanding commercial district
  • Tenants include Papa Murphy’s, Fantastic Sams and Verizon Wireless

1232 South Oak Avenue

Owatonna, MN

This construction project breathes renewed life into the heart of Owatonna and brings a fresh retail presence into the neighborhood. Designed to foster growth and provide a benchmark for future expansion, this strip center is a real estate catalyst for this growing community.

  • 4,500 square feet retail space
  • Complete tear down and reconstruction of an existing gas station
  • Tenants include Little Caesar’s Pizza, MetroPCS and Compcare

1400 South Riverfront Drive

Mankato, MN

This new construction project was repurposed to fill a commercial need in the community. It was successfully rehabilitated into a multi-tenant, retail development housing a variety of small businesses including a financial planner, nutrition and weight loss consultant and a real estate group.

  • 3,600 square feet retail space
  • Complete tear down and reconstruction of an existing gas station
  • Includes national chains Edward Jones and Coldwell Banker

1540 East Sumner Street

Hartford, WI

This small retail strip is located in Hartford, WI. The new construction features 8,000 square feet of retail space and houses two well-known chains. It provides ample parking for both tenants and their customers.

  • 8,000 square feet retail space
  • Include national retail franchises Jimmy John’s and Anytime Fitness

1710 Commerce Drive

Mankato, MN

This retail strip mall is centrally located in the business district of this thriving community. Interspersed stone textures and contemporary exterior lighting introduced a higher standard of expectations to this retail market.

  • 5,000 square feet retail space
  • Complete tear down and reconstruction of an existing gas station
  • Includes national retail chains Erbert & Gerbert’s and American Family Insurance

1750 Commerce Drive

Mankato, MN

This complete interior renovation yielded multiple retail spaces, located in the heart of this community’s business district. The reuse and revitalization of this former grocery market coupled with a thriving commercial roadway, created a profitable retail destination.

  • 10,000 square feet retail space
  • The repurposing of this property included a customized buildout for each of the franchises, turning the property into a profitable venture for both the community and investors
  • Current tenants include Dollar Tree and Subway

1751 North Victory Drive

Mankato, MN

Previously owned by another company, this property was revitalized with help from The Tailwind Group. By adding tenants, the space was transformed into a profitable venture that is conveniently located next to Buffalo Wild Wings, Menards and Home Depot.

  • 13,500 square feet retail space
  • Redesigned space provided an efficient layout for newly leased tenants
  • Tenants include national chains Anytime Fitness, Girl Scouts and other local businesses

1754 Commerce Drive

Mankato, MN

Surrounded by a prosperous commercial presence, this North Mankato location needed fresh concepts and ideas to enhance the region. Our group, in partnership with local community leaders, was able to acquire this undeveloped parcel and convert it into a state-of-the art retail center that continues to foster additional growth and provide a benchmark for future expansion.

  • 7,500 square feet strip shopping center
  • Class A commercial facilities with landmark quality infrastructure
  • Multiple storefront locations providing maximum exposure and visibility, with national retail chains Snap Fitness, Fantastic Sams and H&R Block

1854 Madison Avenue

Mankato, MN

This prime location formerly housed a coffee shop and an Asian restaurant. Our group purchased the foreclosed property and secured a long-term lease with a Fortune 500 company, resulting in the demolition of the existing building in favor of a new, Class A commercial facility.

  • 4,500 square feet retail space
  • Complete tear down and reconstruction
  • Single tenant includes AT&T

1861 Adams Street

Mankato, MN

This property was purchased as a stabilized investment product, with a value-add opportunity consisting of a potential expansion of the existing footprint. This prime location is located along one of the city’s most highly trafficked roads next to a regionally acclaimed shopping center.

  • 10,000 square feet retail space
  • Centrally and strategically located in an expanding commercial zone
  • Tenant includes Sleep Number, Tip-Top-Tux, All Star Nutrition, and Buffalo Wings and Rings

1871 Tailwind Drive

Mankato, MN

Originally purchased as a single lot, this property was subdivided into three separate parcels through a joint effort with the city. This new construction was a complete build-to-suit opportunity that brought a national retail tenant to the area.

  • 1,900 square feet retail space
  • Chosen as the launch customer for a new Starbucks building design.
  • Formerly 1851 Madison Avenue
  • Single tenant is Starbucks Coffee

1880 Tailwind Drive

Mankato, MN

Originally purchased as a single lot, this property was subdivided into three separate parcels through a joint effort with the city. Following the property purchase, the exterior was upgraded significantly and attracted the attention of several national retail chains.

  • 24,500 square feet retail strip center
  • Reconfigured retail space with complete upgrade of exterior façade
  • National franchises include Aspen Dental, Plato’s Closet and Home Choice
  • Formerly known as 1880 Madison Avenue

1889 Tailwind Drive

Mankato, MN

Originally purchased as a single lot, this property was subdivided into three separate parcels through a joint effort with the city. This new construction was a complete build-to-suit opportunity that yielded a national retail tenant.

  • 4,000 square feet retail space
  • Class A commercial facilities with landmark quality infrastructure
  • Formerly 1901 Madison Avenue
  • Single tenant includes Mattress Firm