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213 Iowa Ave, IowaCity, IA 52240

Johnson County

Key Facts

1900Year Built

Description

George's Best Gyros is for sale! (Ped Mall food cart and brick & mortar restaurant at 213 Iowa Ave) Established in 1984 as a food cart, George's Gyros has become a staple of Iowa City's downtown nightlife for over 40 years. Enormous profit potential for a hands on entrepreneur that wants to embark in the downtown Iowa City fast food / late night food business or a seasoned operator already in the business. The restaurant is located between two popular college bars and across from the University of Iowa campus. Additional income in local festivals, private parties, tailgates, etc. Gross rent at 213 Iowa Ave, Iowa City is $2882 / month with options to renew. City Plaza cart permit subject to city approval. 213 Iowa Ave lease assignment / sublease is subject to Landlord approval. Great profit margin potential / low food costs. Perfect for a hands on owner operator. Equipment & inventory transfers to buyer. Sale is for business only. No real estate is included. Owner is a licensed Realtor in Iowa. Hood Vent and Coolers at restaurant are property of landlord, but maintained by tenant. Additional storage space in basement at 213 Iowa Ave.

Property Information

Property Type

Commercial Sale

Sub-Type

Business

Year Built

1900

Lot Size

1,380 sq ft

Lot Dimensions

20 x 150

Zoning

CB10

MLS® Listing#

202600882

Property Features

Cooling:
Wall Unit(s)
Heating:
Electric, Baseboard
Flooring:
Ceramic Tile
Construction:
Brick
Roof:
Other
Utilities:
Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Phone Available
Water Source:
Public

HOA & Tax

Parcel #:
NA

Directions

Iowa Ave. Downtown Iowa City.

Affordability Calculator

$27,000

Estimated monthly payment

$719/mo

Principal $108,000 · Est. interest $150,670 over 30 yrs

Neighborhood Market Statistics

How this home compares to active listings in IowaCity, IA

$361,345
Median Listing Price
70
Median Days on Market
1,797
Median Sq Ft
$195
Median Price / Sq Ft
266
Active Listings
  • This home’s price is 63% below the area median.

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

Location

  • 213 Iowa Ave, IowaCity, IA 52240

Nearby Schools

  • University of Iowa Department of Cinematic Arts

    School · 0.3 mi away

  • Mann Elementary School

    Elementary · 0.5 mi away

  • Melrose Day Care Center

    Elementary · 0.9 mi away

  • Longfellow Elementary School

    Elementary · 0.9 mi away

  • Lincoln Elementary School

    Elementary · 1.1 mi away

  • Bohumil Shimek Elementary School

    Elementary · 1.3 mi away

  • Iowa City High School

    Secondary · 1.4 mi away

  • Regina Junior Senior High School

    Secondary · 1.5 mi away

  • Regina Elementary School

    Elementary · 1.5 mi away

  • Mark Twain Elementary School

    Elementary · 1.5 mi away

  • Herbert Hoover Elementary School

    Elementary · 1.5 mi away

  • Horn Elementary School

    Elementary · 1.7 mi away

  • Iowa City Community School District

    School · 1.7 mi away

  • Tate High School

    Secondary · 1.9 mi away

  • Pci Academy Iowa City

    School · 2.0 mi away

  • Southeast Junior High School

    Secondary · 2.1 mi away

  • Champions at Lucas Elementary

    Elementary · 2.2 mi away

  • Lucas Elementary School

    Elementary · 2.2 mi away

  • Coralville Central Elementary

    Elementary · 2.3 mi away

  • Grant Wood Elementary School

    Elementary · 2.3 mi away

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Listing Courtesy: Urban Acres Real Estate - 3193511111

Presented by: Mark Paterno

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