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30 PLYMOUTH ST SW, LeMars, IA 51031

Plymouth County

Key Facts

8,000Sq Ft
1895Year Built
0.09Lot (acres)

Description

Step into a rare opportunity to own a fully renovated historic commercial masterpiece, a property that’s as profitable as it is breathtaking. Whether you’re seeking a prime investment or the perfect place to launch your own business while enjoying steady rental income ($3,000 per month,) this gem delivers on every front. Painstakingly restored to its original glory, the building showcases stunning exposed brick, original tin ceilings, and architectural details that transport you to another era. Upstairs, two luxury apartments offer chic urban living, combining modern convenience with timeless character perfect for generating high-end rental income. Immersed in history, this landmark was once knows the largest department store in Iowa outside of Sioux City west of the Mississippi and proudly sits on the very first paved street in the state. Today, it occupies a marquee location in the “Ice Cream Capital of the World,” boasting unmatched visibility on one of the busiest thoroughfares into downtown. Your brand will shine here, with exposure equivalent to a towering billboard greeting thousands daily. Every inch of the restoration reflects an obsession with quality and craftsmanship from the ornate details to the robust infrastructure. Includes new roof, windows, updates to mechanical, plumbing, and electrical. This is more than a building; it’s a statement, and an investment that blends history, style, and income potential into one extraordinary package. (Both owners are licensed real estate brokers.)

Property Information

Property Type

Commercial Sale

Sub-Type

Office

Year Built

1895

Living Area

8,000 sq ft

Lot Size

0.09 acres

Days on Market

76

MLS® Listing#

831943

Property Features

Schools

Middle:
LeMars
High:
LeMars

Financial Details

Annual Taxes

$1,214

Tax year 2023

Parcel Number

19149-12-16-130-001

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$119,800

Estimated monthly payment

$3,188/mo

Principal $479,200 · Est. interest $668,527 over 30 yrs

Neighborhood Market Statistics

How this home compares to active listings in LeMars, IA

$300,000
Median Listing Price
60
Median Days on Market
2,104
Median Sq Ft
$144
Median Price / Sq Ft
21
Active Listings
  • This home’s price is 100% above the area median.
  • Its price per sq ft is 48% below the area median.

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

Location

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Nearby Schools

  • Gehlen Catholic School

    School · 0.1 mi away

  • Clark Elementary School

    Elementary · 0.3 mi away

  • Franklin Elementary School

    Elementary · 0.5 mi away

  • Gehlen Catholic School

    Elementary · 0.6 mi away

  • Le Mars Middle School

    Secondary · 0.9 mi away

  • Le Mars Community Schools

    Secondary · 1.1 mi away

  • Northwest Area Education Agency

    School · 1.1 mi away

  • Kluckhohn Elementary School

    Elementary · 1.2 mi away

  • St Catherine's School

    School · 6.0 mi away

  • St Catherine St Mary's Grade School

    School · 10.0 mi away

  • Remsen Union Community Schools

    School · 10.1 mi away

  • St Mary's High School

    Secondary · 10.2 mi away

  • Remsen-Union High School

    Secondary · 10.3 mi away

  • Hinton Community School

    Secondary · 13.3 mi away

  • Ireton Christian School

    School · 14.5 mi away

  • Unity Christian High School

    Secondary · 15.4 mi away

  • Moc-Floyd Valley Community School District

    Elementary · 15.4 mi away

  • Orange City Christian School

    School · 15.4 mi away

  • Moc Floyd Valley High School

    Secondary · 15.5 mi away

  • Orange City Elementary School

    Elementary · 15.6 mi away

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Similar Home Values

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1912 2nd Ave. SE, LeMars, IA$449,50052,636
53 18th St SE, LeMars, IA$465,00052,686

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