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    208 Grand Avenue Spencer, IA 51301

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    Commercial - Spencer, IA

    Property size:
    520 SF
    Added:
    Dec 17, 2025
    Days on Market:
    106
    Last Refresh:
    Apr 2 at 10:06 pm

    Property Features for 208 Grand Avenue

    General Information

    Property type
    Commercial Sale
    Property subtype
    Other
    Standard status
    Active
    APN
    963618132020
    Size
    520 SF

    Taxes and HOA fees

    TaxYear
    2025
    TaxAnnualAmount
    360

    Utilities

    Heating system
    Forced Air
    Cooling system
    Wall Unit(s)

    Building Details

    Year built
    1900
    Building materials
    Vinyl Siding
    Architectural style
    Other

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    Listing Contact
    Bob Bates

    Listing agent Bob Bates License #B64356

    Listing office Northwest Iowa Realty 200 Grand Ave, Spencer, IA

    Listing date Dec 17, 2025

    MLS# 251554 Listing URL

    Copyright © 2026 Iowa Great Lakes Board 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.

    Overview

    Valentine Diner on Grand Avenue

    This property is a historic "Valentine Diner" located on Grand Avenue in Spencer, Iowa. The building has a size of 520 square feet. The property is being sold "AS IS". It is suitable for use as a restaurant or coffee shop. The property is located on a high traffic count area.
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    Current Use by Public Records

    Breakfast & diners

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Law Firm Restaurant Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Gym & Fitness Center Skin Care Clinic

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

    Location Insight

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    City
    Spencer
    County
    Clay
    State
    Iowa
    Longitude
    -95.1443573
    Latitude
    43.1398776

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Breakfast & diner - Iconic diner on high-traffic Grand Avenue in Spencer, Iowa.
    Where is this breakfast & diner located?
    The property is located at 208 Grand Avenue Spencer, IA.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is Off market.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Iconic "Valentine Diner" - Own a piece of history.; High traffic location on Grand Avenue.; Opportunity to start a restaurant or coffee shop.
    (712) 260-7148
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    Bob Bates
    Real Estate License ID: B64356
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    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:

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    • Statistical models using comparable sales
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    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.

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    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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    • 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

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    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
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