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1640 1st Street West, Independence, IA 50644

Buchanan County

Key Facts

2,820Sq Ft
1976Year Built
0.72Lot (acres)
1Stories

Description

Welcome to the ultimate investment opportunity! This building boasts 2820 square feet of prime commercial real estate just 1.5 miles from Highway 20. Most recently housed a restaurant, the property is zoned C-2, allowing for a wide range of commercial uses. The building itself features a spacious and inviting interior, with ample space to accommodate any business venture. Its location on the highly traveled 1st Street West ensures excellent visibility and easy access, making it a prime destination for customers. Additionally, this property features two large concrete parking lots, each measuring 12,200 square feet, providing ample parking for customers and employees. Neighboring businesses include Subway, Advance Auto Parts, Dollar General, Pizza Ranch, and Super 8 Motel. It is also situated in close proximity to the Independence Community Schools campus, making it an excellent location for any business catering to families, students and the broader community. With its prime location and impressive features, this building offers a rare opportunity to own a highly desirable piece of commercial real estate.

Property Information

Property Type

Commercial Sale

Sub-Type

Retail

Year Built

1976

Stories

1

Living Area

2,820 sq ft

Lot Size

0.72 acres

Ownership

Trust

Zoning

C-2

Days on Market

5

MLS® Listing#

20261137

Property Features

Cooling

Central Air

Heating

Forced AirNatural Gas

Lot Features

Corner Lot

Construction

Brick

Roof

Composition

Utilities

Electricity AvailableNatural Gas AvailableWater AvailableSewer AvailablePhone Available

Sewer

Public Sewer

Financial Details

Annual Taxes

$6,308

Tax year 2024

Assessed Value

$262,959

Parcel Number

0633452003

Directions

1st St. West between 16th & 17th Ave. N.W.

Affordability Calculator

$45,000

Estimated monthly payment

$1,198/mo

Principal $180,000 · Est. interest $251,116 over 30 yrs

Neighborhood Market Statistics

How this home compares to active listings in Independence, IA

$211,111
Median Listing Price
61
Median Days on Market
1,553
Median Sq Ft
$157
Median Price / Sq Ft
19
Active Listings
  • This home’s price is 7% above the area median.
  • Its price per sq ft is 49% below the area median.

Market statistics compiled from active EXIT Realty® and MLS listings in Independence, IA.

Location

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Points of Interest in Independence, IA

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Nearby Schools

  • Little Red Schoolhouse

    School · 0.2 mi away

  • West Elementary School

    Elementary · 0.3 mi away

  • Independence Middle School

    Elementary · 0.3 mi away

  • East Elementary School

    Elementary · 0.3 mi away

  • Independence Community School District

    School · 0.3 mi away

  • Independence Junior Senior High School

    Secondary · 0.4 mi away

  • St John's Elementary School

    Elementary · 1.2 mi away

  • Independence Christian Academy

    School · 1.7 mi away

  • St. Athanasius School

    School · 7.6 mi away

  • Jesup High School

    Secondary · 7.8 mi away

  • Jesup Community School District

    School · 7.8 mi away

  • East Buchanan High School

    Secondary · 9.0 mi away

  • Cono Christian School

    School · 12.7 mi away

  • Fairbank Elementary School

    Elementary · 13.7 mi away

  • Sacred Heart School of Oelwein

    School · 13.9 mi away

  • Little Husky Learning Center

    Secondary · 14.1 mi away

  • Oelwein Middle School

    Secondary · 14.2 mi away

  • Parkside Elementary School

    Elementary · 14.2 mi away

  • Dunkerton Elementary

    Elementary · 14.3 mi away

  • Dunkerton Community School

    Secondary · 14.3 mi away

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Listing Courtesy: RE/MAX Independence Realty - CELL: 563-920-8212

Presented by: Curt G Martin

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