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Four-Unit Residential Income Property

104 E Boston Avenue Indianola, IA 50125

104 E Boston Avenue, Indianola, IA, 50125
$199,900
For Sale
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$199,900

MULTI_FAMILY - Other - Indianola, IA

Property Size1,776 SF
Lot Size0.21 Acres
Price / SF$112.56
AddedMay 15
Days on Market61
Last RefreshJul 14 at 2:06 pm

Property Features for 104 E Boston Avenue

General Information

Property type
Residential Multi Family
Property subtype
Other
Zoning
Res
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
5
Rooms
Bedroom 1, Bathroom 5, Bathroom 3, Bathroom 4, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
Parking features
Garage
Standard status
Active
APN
48020020160
Size
1,776 SF
Lot size
0.21 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Description
25-76-24 INDIANOLA OTP LOTS 16 & 17 BLK 2
Tax Annual Amount
2690

Utilities

Sewer type
Public Sewer
Heating system
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling system
Window Unit(s)
Water source
Public

Building Details

Year built
1900
Floors in Building
2
Number of units
4
Building materials
VinylSiding
Roof type
Asphalt, Shingle
Architectural style
Other

Listing agent Emily Keller - Lampman

Listing office Iowa Realty Indianola 1501 N Jefferson St, West Des Moines, IA

Listing date May 15, 2026

MLS# 740926 Listing URL

Copyright © 2026 Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®, Inc. 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.

This four-unit residential income property includes three studio apartments and one 1-bedroom unit. The main level contains two studio apartments with kitchenette-style setups and 3/4 baths. The upper unit is configured as one large space featuring two kitchen and bath areas plus separate living areas. The 1-bedroom unit has a separate entrance at the back of the property.

Recent updates include a newly updated electric meter and panel, along with rewiring to multiple parts of the units. Residents share access to a common backyard area, and there is also a 1-car detached garage on site.

The property is listed as fully rented, and showings require 24-hour notice.

Key Highlights

  • 4‑unit rental property near the Indianola square (3 studio apartments and 1 BR apartment)
  • Recently updated electric meter and panel; much of the unit is rewired
  • Main level includes two studio apartments with kitchenettes and 3/4 baths

Local Financial Insights For Multifamily LT 5

Simulate Cap Rate and NOI

NOI Build-Up
Vacancy
income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year — subtracted from gross rent.
EGI (Effective Gross Income)
gross rent minus vacancy losses — the realistic income before paying operating costs.
OpEx (Operating Expenses)
recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management) — excludes financing and capital improvements.
NOI (Net Operating Income)
income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.

Component $ $/SF
Gross rent $24.5k $13.80
− Vacancy −$1.6k −$0.90
EGI $22.9k $12.90
− OpEx −$6.9k −$3.87
NOI $16.0k $9.03
1,776 SF · lease $13.80/SF/yr · vacancy 6.50% · expense 30.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$229.2K
$200.5K – $267.4K (±1% cap)
NOI $16,041 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 8.02%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$212.9K
$186.3K – $248.4K (±1% cap)
NOI $14,906 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.46%
Theoretical Best
Flex RnD
$1.71M
$1.50M – $1.99M (±1% cap)
NOI $119,674 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 59.87%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Property Analytics

Property Profile Location Intelligence

Current Use by Public Records

Quadplexes

Suggested Use

Law Firm Skin Care Clinic Building Supply Real Estate Agency Big Box & Wholesale Store HVAC Service Electrical Service Grocery & Convenience Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Dental Office

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

FAQs

What type of property is this?
Quadplex - Four fully rented units include three studio apartments and one 1-bedroom unit with a detached garage.
Where is this quadplex located?
The property is located at 104 E Boston Avenue Indianola, IA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $199,900.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 4‑unit rental property near the Indianola square (3 studio apartments and 1 BR apartment); Recently updated electric meter and panel; much of the unit is rewired; Main level includes two studio apartments with kitchenettes and 3/4 baths
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