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Turn-of-Century Duplex Investment

1990 8th Avenue Marion, IA 52302

1990 8th Avenue, Marion, IA, 52302
$230,000
For Sale
$230,000

MULTI_FAMILY - Marion, IA

Property Size2,796 SF
Lot Size0.20 Acres
Price / SF$82.26
Days on Market111

Property Features for 1990 8th Avenue

General Information

Property type
Residential Multi Family
Property subtype
Other
Zoning
RES
Bedrooms
6
Rooms
Bedroom 1, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 6, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 3
Parking
4
Standard status
Active
APN
150620600700000
Size
2,796 SF
Lot size
0.20 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Description
Daniels 1st S20' LOT 1 & ALL or as per abstract
Tax Annual Amount
3640

Building Details

Year built
1900
Number of units
2
Building materials
Frame
Listing agency Pinnacle Realty LLC
Listed by Star Horak
Added: Apr 2 Updated: Jul 11 at 3:35AM Checked: Jul 21 at 7:06AM
MLS# 2602274

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This turn-of-the-century duplex is configured as two separate residences, with an upper and a lower unit. Each unit provides three bedrooms and one bathroom, supporting a practical layout for a range of tenant households. The property is presented as a turnkey option with tenants already in place. Lot size is listed at 0.204 acres, and the building size is listed at 2,796 square feet.

The property is located at 1990 8th Avenue in Marion, Iowa, within the heart of Marion’s historic district. It is described as being conveniently positioned near uptown Marion, local shops, and community amenities.

For investors or owner-operators seeking immediate rental operations, the two-unit setup offers straightforward management as both units share the same bedroom and bathroom configuration. Prospective buyers should note that a 24-hour notice is required for showings, consistent with tenant rights.

Key Highlights

  • Turn‑of‑the‑century duplex built in 1900 with frame construction
  • Duplex layout with two units: each unit has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom
  • Tenants are already in place for immediate rental income

Local Financial Insights For Apartment 5plus

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 $37.9k $13.56
− Vacancy −$2.8k −$1.02
EGI $35.1k $12.54
− OpEx −$15.8k −$5.64
NOI $19.3k $6.90
2,796 SF · lease $13.56/SF/yr · vacancy 7.50% · expense 45.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$317.9K
$278.1K – $370.8K (±1% cap)
NOI $22,250 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 9.67%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$275.6K
$241.1K – $321.5K (±1% cap)
NOI $19,289 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 8.39%
Theoretical Best
Self Storage
$470.6K
$411.8K – $549.0K (±1% cap)
NOI $32,940 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 14.32%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Property Analytics

Property Profile Location Intelligence

Current Use by Public Records

Duplexes

Suggested Use

Law Firm Grocery & Convenience Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Home Appliance Store Catering Service Daycare Center Furniture & Home Goods Florist Veterinary Clinic

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

FAQs

What type of property is this?
Duplex - Historic duplex with two separate 3-bedroom, 1-bath units in Marion, IA, offering turnkey income with tenants in place.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 1990 8th Avenue Marion, IA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $230,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Turn‑of‑the‑century duplex built in 1900 with frame construction; Duplex layout with two units: each unit has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom; Tenants are already in place for immediate rental income
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