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    1020 S Gilbert St Iowa City, IA 52240

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    For Sale
    $1,700,000

    Commercial - IowaCity, IA

    Lot size:
    0.55 Acres
    Days on Market:
    25
    Last Refresh:
    Feb 6 at 8:06 am

    Property Features for 1020 S Gilbert St

    General Information

    Property type
    Land
    Property subtype
    Other
    Standard status
    Active
    Zoning
    CI1 RFC
    APN
    1015301006, 1015301007
    Lot size
    0.55 Acres

    Building Details

    Architectural style
    Other

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    Listing Contact
    Jeff Edberg
    Jeff Edberg

    Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS (319) 351-8811

    Listing agent Jeff Edberg (319) 351-8811

    Listing date Jan 13, 2026

    MLS# 202600372 Listing URL

    Copyright © 2026 Iowa City Area Association of REALTORS®. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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    Property Insight Report

    Overview

    Iowa City Development Opportunity

    This 0.55-acre development site is located in the Riverfront Crossing District at 1020 Gilbert Street & 320 First Street, Iowa City. It presents a multi-housing development opportunity in a sought-after area. The district's form-based zoning incentives encourage dense, mixed-use urban projects. The zoning supports a ground-floor commercial component, which may also incorporate building management or recreational amenities, with apartments or condominiums above rising to six to seven stories. The property is offered at $1,700,000, equating to approximately $71 per square foot. A garage currently used by the owner occupies the property, allowing for immediate redevelopment with no tenant relocation concerns. An assemblage opportunity exists with the contiguous parcel to the north, creating a combined 1.13-acre development site with a total offering price of $3,500,000. Convenient access is available from the south via First Street. The property is ideally positioned near entertainment, dining, shopping, and public transportation, just minutes from downtown and the University of Iowa campus. The zoning is CI1 RFC.
    Property Profile Insight Report Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Commercial land

    Suggested Use

    Restaurant Real Estate Agency Law Firm Building Supply Dental Office Spa & Massage Center Big Box & Wholesale Store Auto Repair Shop Hair Salon Nail Salon

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Location Insight

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    • Local Demand
    City
    Iowa City
    County
    Johnson
    State
    Iowa
    Longitude
    -91.531666
    Latitude
    41.648593

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Commercial land - 0.55 acre development site in Riverfront Crossing District.
    Where is this commercial land located?
    The property is located at 1020 S Gilbert St Iowa City, IA.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $1,700,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: - Prime multi-housing development opportunity in the highly sought-after Riverfront Crossing District.; - Form-based zoning incentives encourage dense, mixed-use urban projects with ground-floor commercial space and multi-story residential units.; - Immediate redevelopment possible with no tenant relocation concerns due to current owner occupancy of the existing garage.
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    Realmo estimates a property’s market value using a proprietary methodology that incorporates public data and user-submitted information. This cumulative value is generated by integrating a variety of conventional and innovative methods. 

    Disclaimer

    These figures are not official appraisals and should not be used as a substitute for a valuation performed by a licensed appraiser.
    Actual market value may differ due to factors not captured in the data. Estimates are offered for informational purposes only, and users should conduct independent research before making financial or investment decisions.
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    AI approach

    Realmo AI Method estimates property value using machine learning models trained on millions of comparable listings, transactions, and market signals. It analyzes property features, location intelligence data, and current market dynamics to predict the most probable market value in real time.

    Realmo CapRate Calculation

    Realmo calculates the Capitalization Rate (Cap Rate) to help estimate a property's potential return on investment. The Cap Rate is a fundamental metric in commercial real estate that measures the relationship between a property's net operating income and its market value.

    How We Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

    • Recent sale price (if available)
    • Statistical models using comparable sales
    • AI-powered valuation estimates

    Example Calculation

    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

    Disclaimer

    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

    • Cap Rate calculations depend on market data that may change over time
    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

    Professional Guidance Recommended: Before making any investment or financial decisions, consult with licensed appraisers, commercial real estate brokers, and financial advisors who can evaluate your specific property and circumstances.
    By using this feature, you acknowledge that Realmo is not responsible for investment decisions or actions taken based on these estimates.

    Cap approach

    Capitalization Method calculates value based on estimated net operating income (NOI) and applying a market-based capitalization rate (cap rate), we estimate what a typical investor might be willing to pay for it.

    Comparable approach

    Comparable estimate is based on recent sales of similar nearby properties, adjusted for factors like size, condition, and location.

    Relative

    Relative property class coefficient uses factors that account for typical price differences between various asset types (e.g., retail vs. industrial) to provide a more accurate market-aligned estimate.

    Geo

    Comparable Sales Method, enhanced by Geo coefficients — location-based adjustment factors that reflect differences in price levels across neighborhoods, cities, or regions ensuring a more accurate, market-sensitive valuation.

    Stat Estimate

    This method estimates value based on actual market adjusted recent (~5 years) sales of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
    AI Estimate

    This method estimates value based on AI market estimation of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
    Alternative use

    Estimate considers the property’s potential value if used for a different purpose-based on zoning, demand, and market feasibility.

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