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C-2 Restaurant Building
For Sale
$225,000

1640 1st Street W, Independence, IA 50644

Commercial Sale, Independence, IA

Property Size2,820 SF
Lot Size0.72 Acres
Price / SF$79.79
Days on Market166

Property Features for 1640 1st Street W

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Retail
Zoning C-2
Directions 1st St. West between 16th & 17th Ave. N.W.
Standard status Active
APN 0633452003
Lot size 0.72 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year 2024
Tax Description Rush Park Blk 2 Lots 9-10-11-12-13 Exc N6.75'
Tax Annual Amount 6308
Legal Description Rush Park Blk 2 Lots 9-10-11-12-13 Exc N6.75'

Utilities

Utilities Water Available
Sewer type Public Sewer
Heating system Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling system Central Air

Building Details

Year built 1976
Roof type Composition
Listing Agency: RE/MAX Independence Realty · RE/MAX International
Listed By: Curt Martin · License #B56021000
Added: Mar 24 Changed: Sep 4 Last Checked: Sep 5 at 4:06AM
MLS# 20261137

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This 2,820-square-foot commercial building was most recently used as a restaurant and carries C-2 zoning. The 0.723-acre property includes two concrete parking areas measuring 12,200 square feet each. Building systems include forced-air heating, natural gas, central air conditioning, a composition roof, water availability, and public sewer service. Constructed in 1976, the property offers an established commercial building configuration for continued restaurant use or another use supported by its zoning.

Located at 1640 1st Street W in Independence, the property is 1.5 miles from Highway 20 and near the Independence Community Schools campus. Surrounding businesses include Subway, Advance Auto Parts, Dollar General, Pizza Ranch, and Super 8 Motel, placing the building within an active commercial setting.

Key Highlights

  • 2,820‑square‑foot commercial building on a 0.723‑acre parcel
  • Two concrete parking areas, each measuring 12,200 square feet
  • C‑2 zoning with prior restaurant use

Property Analytics

Current Use

El Mazatlan Restaurant

Suggested Use

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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

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

139
Businesses Nearby
24k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Balanced
Demand for This Use

Foot Traffic Nearby

Shops & Services 64% Dining 34% Hotels & Casinos 2%
Casey's Shops & Services
7,525 visits/mo 0.5 miles
Pizza Ranch Dining
4,486 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Dollar General Shops & Services
4,292 visits/mo 0.2 miles
SUBWAY Dining
3,608 visits/mo 0.1 miles
Advance Auto Parts Shops & Services
2,298 visits/mo 0.1 miles

Demographics for 50644, IA

8,795
Population
3,921
Households
2.2
Avg Household Size
42
Median Age
24%
College-Educated
96%
High-School Grad
145.0 sq mi
ZIP Area
61
Density / Sq Mi
$79,861
Median Household Income
$41,689
Median Earnings
$770
Median Rent
$174,000
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Midwest region

8% 2020
7.3% 2021
6.5% 2022
6% 2023
5.7% 2024
6.3% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Conventional restaurant - C-2-zoned restaurant property with two concrete parking areas and central air.
Where is this conventional restaurant located?
The property is located at 1640 1st Street W Independence, IA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $225,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 2,820‑square‑foot commercial building on a 0.723‑acre parcel; Two concrete parking areas, each measuring 12,200 square feet; C‑2 zoning with prior restaurant use
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