The former Wisconsin Rapids Paper Mill represents one of Central Wisconsin’s most significant industrial redevelopment opportunities. Situated on more than 200 acres in the core of Wisconsin Rapids, the property offers a rare combination of scale, infrastructure capacity, and multimodal access. Its central location within the state provides seamless connectivity to regional markets, suppliers, and workforce hubs, while the Central Wisconsin Airport lies just 35 miles away—supporting both business travel and freight logistics.

With its strategic location, significant utility capacity, direct rail access, and extensive industrial infrastructure, the Wisconsin Rapids Former Paper Mill stands out as a premier redevelopment site ready for investment and long-term growth.

Property Details

Key Specifications

• – Address: 600 4th Avenue North, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495
• – Site Size: 200+ acres
• – Building Size: 670,534 sq ft
• – Ground Floor: 387,357 sq ft
• – Clear Height: 63 ft
• – Two-story industrial facility
• – Year Constructed: 1991
• – Parking: 325 stalls
• – Zoning: Industrial
• – Status: Vacant and ready for immediate rehabilitation and occupancy

The site features a 670,534-square-foot industrial building constructed in 1991, including 387,357 square feet on the ground level and soaring 63-foot clear heights. The building is currently vacant and ready for immediate occupancy or redevelopment, offering a flexible layout for advanced manufacturing, processing, or other heavy industrial uses. With industrial zoning already in place, the property provides an adaptable footprint that can accommodate a wide range of user types.

Utilities & Infrastructure

• – Power: Over 30 MW available today—ideal for heavy industrial or advanced manufacturing
• – Water: Plentiful industrial water supply directly from the Wisconsin River
• – Wastewater Capacity: Access to 10 MGD municipal treatment facility
• – Rail: Direct access to Class I Canadian National Railway (CN) and Active on-site CN spur
• – Speed to Production: Infrastructure in place for fast project ramp-up

Infrastructure is among the site’s greatest strengths. More than 30 megawatts of power are available today, making the property extremely competitive for energy-intensive industries. A robust water supply is sourced directly from the Wisconsin River, and the site is supported by a wastewater treatment facility with 10 million gallons per day of capacity. Rail connectivity is equally strong, with direct access to Class I service via Canadian National Railway through an active on-site spur—an uncommon advantage for industrial users seeking efficient freight movement. Parking for more than 300 vehicles offers additional flexibility for employers with sizable workforces.

Site Advantages

• – Flexible industrial footprint suitable for large manufacturing, processing, or energy-intensive operations
• – Heavy industrial capabilities with substantial utilities already in place
• – Strategic Midwest location with efficient access to highways, airports, and rail
• – Strong alignment with local and regional economic development support

The Wisconsin Rapids region provides a strong labor market supported by a population of 480,837 and a labor force of more than 239,000 workers. Unemployment remains low and the area benefits from established strengths in manufacturing, healthcare, and food and beverage production.

This competitive workforce is further reinforced by nearby employers creating an ecosystem that supports both industrial and corporate operations.

• – NP Paper
• – Matalco
• – Mariani Dried Fruits
• – Steel King
• – Billerud
• – Skyward
• – Delta Dental
• – Sentry
• – Renaissance Learning
• – Greenheck

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