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    1398 Central Ave Dubuque, IA 52001

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    COMMERCIAL - Dubuque, IA

    Property size:
    49,080 SF
    Days on Market:
    2
    Last Refresh:
    Jan 22 at 7:06 pm

    Property Features for 1398 Central Ave

    General Information

    Property type
    Commercial Sale
    Property subtype
    Other
    Standard status
    Active
    Zoning
    C-4
    Rooms
    Basement, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Bathroom 4, Bathroom 5
    Bathrooms
    10
    APN
    6 parcels. See comments
    Parking
    148
    Basement Y/N
    1
    Size
    49,080 SF

    Utilities

    Heating system
    Forced Air, Other (Heating)
    Cooling system
    Central Air

    Building Details

    Year built
    1922
    Flooring type
    Other
    Roof type
    Rubber
    Architectural style
    Other

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    Listing Contact
    Nancy Kann

    DBQ Property Group Inc. (563) 557-7010

    Listing agent Nancy Kann (563) 557-7010

    Listing date Jan 21, 2026

    MLS# 153765 Listing URL

    Copyright © 2026 East Central Iowa 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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    Overview

    Downtown Dubuque Corporate Headquarters Building

    Located in the heart of Downtown Dubuque, at the corner of Central Avenue and 14th Street, this Class A former corporate headquarters building offers flexibility for an owner/user or developer. The three-story property has approximately 49,000 square feet and redevelopment options including multi-tenant office, commercial, historic preservation, mixed-use, multi-family conversion, and condominiums. The property development is supported by extensive zoning uses and possible city incentives. The building features a grand main-floor lobby, architectural elements, masonry and marble details, generous ceiling heights, three passenger elevators, and original bank vaults. Existing furnished office, conference rooms and open workstation areas are throughout. The second floor was extensively updated in 2018/2019. The building is move-in ready while also offering strong repositioning or redevelopment potential. The property is situated within walking distance of Downtown Dubuque’s dining, retail, entertainment, and amenities, along a major thoroughfare with excellent visibility and access. Onsite parking plus additional adjacent parcels provide a unique opportunity for multiple tenants and users. The property is zoned C-4.
    Property Profile Insight Report Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    DB&T Insurance Inc. Insurance Agency

    Suggested Use

    Realty agency Law Firm Restaurant Spa & Massage Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Clothing Store Building Supply Gym & Fitness

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

    Location Insight

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    City
    Dubuque
    County
    Dubuque
    State
    Iowa
    Longitude
    -90.6672148
    Latitude
    42.5060863

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Office building - Class A, 49,000 SF building in downtown Dubuque.
    Where is this office building located?
    The property is located at 1398 Central Ave Dubuque, IA.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $1.00.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: - Prime Downtown Dubuque location at the corner of Central Avenue and 14th Street.; - Approximately 49,000 square foot Class A building with redevelopment potential.; - Flexible zoning allows for multi-tenant office, commercial, historic preservation, mixed-use, multi-family conversion, or condominiums.
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    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

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    Cap approach

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    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

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    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

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