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Corner Retail Space with Free Parking
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$24 SF/Yr CAM $0.68 /USD/SF/YR

1029 S Riverside Dr, Iowa City, IA 52240

COMMERCIAL - IowaCity, IA

Space SizeContact for details
Lot Size1.00 Acre
Days on Market520

Property Features for 1029 S Riverside Dr

General Information

Property type Commercial Lease
Property subtype Other
Zoning Commercial
Interior features ZeroStepEntry
Elementary school Horn
Middle school Northwest
Directions South on Riverside Drive, Left on Hwy 1. Corner of S Riverside Dr and Highway 1.
Subdivision IowaCity
Standard status Active
APN 1016401010
Lot size 1.00 Acre

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year 2020
Tax Annual Amount 32796

Utilities

Heating system Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling system Central Air

Amenities

free parking

Building Details

Year built 1952
Flooring type Concrete
Building materials Frame, SteelOrMetal
Roof type Composition
Listing Agency: Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS
Listed By: Ryan O'leary · License #S41249
Added: Mar 11, 2025 Changed: Aug 4 Last Checked: Aug 12 at 9:06AM
MLS# 202501639

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.

Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Retail space positioned at the corner of one of the busiest intersections in Iowa City at Hwy 1W and Riverside Drive, with plenty of free parking available in the multi-use space. The layout is flexible and can be built out for retail, restaurant, or office use, allowing an incoming tenant to tailor improvements to their concept.

Interior accessibility includes zero-step entry. The space features concrete flooring and is served by forced air heating with natural gas and central air conditioning. Construction is frame with steel or metal components, and the roof is composition.

The property is located on a 1-acre lot and was built in 1952. Zoning is Commercial.

Key Highlights

  • Corner location at Hwy 1W and Riverside Drive in Iowa City
  • Plenty of free parking available in the multi‑use space
  • Flexible space can be built out for retail, restaurant, or offices

Property Analytics

Current Use

T-Mobile Mobile Phone Store Hertz - Uber Iowa ... Car Rental Facility Thrifty Car Rental ... Car Rental Facility Walgreens Community Pharmacy Medical Clinic Hertz Car Rental ... Car Rental Facility

Suggested Use

Top Pick Big Box & Wholesale Store Storage Facility HVAC Service Building Supply Garden Center (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

Yes
Highway access
Yes
Paved road access
NNN (Triple Net)
Lease Type
$3.60 /SF/Yr
CAM

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

358
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 52240, IA

34,224
Population
17,035
Households
2
Avg Household Size
29
Median Age
47%
College-Educated
94%
High-School Grad
142.1 sq mi
ZIP Area
241
Density / Sq Mi
$55,189
Median Household Income
$25,508
Median Earnings
$1,065
Median Rent
$241,100
Median Home Value

Market

Lease Benchmarks for Iowa City, IA

$22.6 /SF/Yr
Avg Asking Price
$10.72–$35.07 /SF/Yr
Price Range
6,858 SF
Avg Space Size

This space is priced 6% above the average of $22.6 /SF/Yr.

Vacancy Rate% for Office in Midwest region

13.7% 2019
15.6% 2020
17.1% 2021
18.9% 2022
21% 2023
22% 2024
21.3% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Retail space - Retail space at a busy intersection in Iowa City with free parking and zero-step entry for easy access.
Where is this retail space located?
The property is located at 1029 S Riverside Dr Iowa City, IA.
What is the lease rate?
The lease rate is $24 SF/Yr.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Corner location at Hwy 1W and Riverside Drive in Iowa City; Plenty of free parking available in the multi‑use space; Flexible space can be built out for retail, restaurant, or offices
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