Shared Spaces Nonprofit Office at Emy Frentz - 523 S. 2nd St.

For Lease

523 S 2nd St, Mankato, MN 56001

The total number of office spaces available at Shared Spaces Nonprofit Office at Emy Frentz - 523 S. 2nd St. is 2. Leasing opportunities in the building include general office and creative office. There is a total of 598 square feet of space currently available for rent at this address. Of this, the minimum divisible area is 298 square feet.

Space Available For Lease 2

Contacts

Cate DeBates

NAI North Star

Property Details

  • Property Type Office - Creative Office
  • Property Size 3,923 SF
  • Lot Size 0.24 Acre
  • Building Class B
  • Year Built 1940
  • Year Renovated 2024
  • Date Updated May 19, 2026
Located within the historic Emy Frentz Building at 523 South 2nd Street in downtown Mankato, this single office suite offers an accessible and community-minded address surrounded by local arts, education, and civic organizations. The property provides convenient walkability to City Center Mankato, municipal services, and public transit, supporting easy engagement with partners, donors, and volunteers. Set within a collaborative environment known for housing mission-driven tenants, the Emy Frentz Building fosters connectivity and shared purpose among nonprofits and creative enterprises. With flexible lease terms and professional management, this location is ideal for organizations seeking a visible, affordable footprint in the heart of Mankato’s nonprofit and cultural corridor.Join a thriving community of mission-driven organizations inside the Emy Frentz Building, managed in partnership with the Mankato Area Foundation. This private single-office suite is ideal for nonprofits seeking a professional environment that encourages collaboration, innovation, and shared impact—while paying CAM only for exceptional value. Tenants enjoy access to shared amenities, including a common kitchenette/breakroom, conference and meeting rooms, and additional collaborative workspaces at the nearby Shared Spaces offices. As part of the Mankato Area Foundation’s ecosystem, tenants benefit from built-in networking opportunities, shared resources, and a supportive culture of community engagement. Experience the synergy of working alongside like-minded organizations in a well-maintained, professional setting designed for purpose-driven growth.
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Highlights

  • 12-Month Lease Preferred
  • CAM Only - No Base Rent Costs
  • Common Meeting Rooms/Breakroom Access
  • Mission-Driven Collaboration
  • Must be a Nonprofit Tenant

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Location

  • City Mankato, MN
  • Zip Code 56001

Points of Interest

  • Hy-Vee Gas

    0.23 miles

  • Kwik Trip

    0.50 miles

  • Cenex

    0.58 miles

  • Speedway

    1.29 miles

  • Circle K

    1.31 miles

  • Happy Dan's Gas Station

    1.69 miles

  • Casey's General Store

    1.99 miles

  • Tesla Destination Charger

    2.51 miles

  • Cherry Street Parking Ramp

    0.11 miles

  • City Center Ramp

    0.15 miles

  • Mankato Place Ramp

    0.21 miles

  • Civic Center Ramp

    0.32 miles

  • Lot 17

    0.76 miles

  • Park

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  • Lot 14

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  • Lot 18

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  • Lot 15

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  • Lot 16

    0.94 miles

  • Hilton Garden Inn Mankato Downtown

    0.24 miles

  • Mankato City Center Hotel

    0.35 miles

  • AmericInn

    1.35 miles

  • Norwood Inn

    1.36 miles

  • Coratel Inn & Suites

    1.75 miles

  • Days Inn

    1.81 miles

  • Riverside Suites

    1.91 miles

  • River Hill Motel

    2.32 miles

  • Courtyard Mankato

    2.54 miles

  • Comfort Inn & Suites

    2.55 miles

  • Hy-Vee

    0.25 miles

  • Cub Foods

    0.61 miles

  • Madison East Center

    1.73 miles

  • Belle Mar Center

    1.73 miles

  • ALDI

    2.15 miles

  • Raintree Mall

    2.42 miles

  • River Place

    2.62 miles

  • JCPenney

    2.63 miles

  • River Hills Mall

    2.64 miles

  • Walmart Supercenter

    2.70 miles

523 S 2nd St Listing Brief

  • Leasing rates here can depend on a variety of factors, including the quality rating of the property (property class or building class), the position of the available space within the building, any unique attributes that the listed space may include, as well as on the availability of on-site or nearby amenities. Reach out using the contact form available on this page to schedule a tour or to get more detailed information on the most modern facilities and amenities that 523 S 2nd St has to offer.

  • See the listing area details for information and ratings regarding the degree of walkability in the neighborhood, the accessibility and frequency of public transit options, as well as the level of availability and quality of biking infrastructure in the area. What’s more, you can use the interactive map for a good overview of the area. Location details also include a breakdown of distance from the property to several essential amenities and points of interest, which may include parking facilities, fuel stations, stores, or hotels.

  • 523 S 2nd St was originally completed in 1940 and is rated class B. The building includes 3,923 square feet, of which 598 square feet is rentable office space. The most recent renovation completed at this address was in 2024.

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Cate DeBates

NAI North Star

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