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    2720 Willis Avenue, Perry, IA 50220

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    $250,000

    SINGLE_FAMILY - Perry, IA

    Type:Retail
    Lot size:
    0.42 Acres
    Added:
    Aug 17, 2025
    Days on Market:
    275
    Last Refresh:
    May 18 at 8:06 am

    Property Features for 2720 Willis Avenue

    General Information

    Property type
    Residential
    Property subtype
    Retail
    Zoning
    COMM
    Interior features
    WindowTreatments
    Appliances
    Cooktop, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, SeparateIceMachine, Stove
    Standard status
    Active
    APN
    0211307011
    Lot size
    0.42 Acres

    Taxes and HOA fees

    Tax Year
    2025
    Tax Description
    DILENBECK 2ND ADD LOTS 6, 7 & 8 BLK 17
    Tax Annual Amount
    1026

    Utilities

    Heating system
    Natural Gas, Forced Air
    Cooling system
    Central Air
    Water source
    Public

    Building Details

    Year built
    1970
    Building materials
    MetalSiding
    Roof type
    Metal
    Architectural style
    Other

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    Listing Contact
    Wayde Burkhart
    Wayde Burkhart

    Listing agent Wayde Burkhart

    Listing office Realty ONE Group Impact 140 S 68th St., Ste. 1105, West Des Moines, IA

    Listing date Aug 17, 2025

    MLS# 724400

    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.

    HighLights

    • Turnkey diner opportunity with building and equipment included.
    • Established, successful business since 2016 in a thriving community.
    • Recent updates to parking lot, flooring, and equipment.
    • Includes essential appliances: Cooktop, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Separate Ice Machine, Stove.
    • Central air conditioning and natural gas forced air heating.
    • Metal siding and roof.

    Overview

    This turnkey diner opportunity, established in 2016, is located in a thriving small-town community. The sale includes both the building and equipment, offered as-is. The property is zoned COMM and has a lot size of 0.4236 acres. Updates completed since 2016 include the parking lot, flooring, and much of the diner's equipment. This diner is located in Perry, Iowa, in Dallas County.
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    Current Use by Public Records

    The Lou's Diner Restaurant

    Suggested Use

    Law Firm Restaurant Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Gym & Fitness Center Auto Repair Shop Big Box & Wholesale Store

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

    Similar Places Nearby

    • The Lou's Diner — 2720 Willis Ave, Perry, IA 50220

    Location Insight

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    City
    Perry
    County
    Dallas
    State
    Iowa
    Longitude
    -94.08334
    Latitude
    41.838757

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Breakfast & diner - Successful diner with building and equipment for sale in Perry.
    Where is this breakfast & diner located?
    The property is located at 2720 Willis Avenue Perry, IA.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $250,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Turnkey diner opportunity with building and equipment included.; Established, successful business since 2016 in a thriving community.; Recent updates to parking lot, flooring, and equipment.
    (515) 770-3895
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    Wayde Burkhart
    Wayde Burkhart
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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:

    • 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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    Comparable estimate is based on recent sales of similar nearby properties, adjusted for factors like size, condition, and location.

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    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.

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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
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