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    321 Kirkwood Ave, Iowa City, IA 52240

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    $1,800,000

    Commercial - IowaCity, IA

    Property size:
    14,000 SF
    Lot size:
    0.58 Acres
    Price / SF:
    $128/SF
    Added:
    Jan 13, 2026
    Days on Market:
    130
    Last Refresh:
    May 23 at 5:06 pm

    Property Features for 321 Kirkwood Ave

    General Information

    Property type
    Land
    Property subtype
    Other
    Zoning
    CC2 & CI1-RFC
    Standard status
    Active
    APN
    1015301001, 1015301002, 101530
    Size
    14,000 SF
    Lot size
    0.58 Acres

    Taxes and HOA fees

    Tax Annual Amount
    20898

    Building Details

    Architectural style
    Other

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    Listing Contact
    Jeff Edberg
    Jeff Edberg

    Listing agent Jeff Edberg

    Listing office Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS 2346 MORMON TREK BLVD, Iowa City, IA

    Listing date Jan 13, 2026

    MLS# 202600373 Listing URL

    Copyright © 2026 Iowa City Area 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.

    HighLights

    • Prime location in the Riverfront Crossing District, steps from shopping, dining, downtown Iowa City, and the University of Iowa.
    • Development opportunity on a .58‑acre building lot with form‑based zoning allowing for mid‑rise mixed‑use development (up to 6‑7 stories).
    • Existing 14,000 SF of usable improvements with short‑term leases, providing near‑term income.
    • Potential for larger‑scale development by combining with the adjacent parcel at 1030 Gilbert Street, adding .55 acres.
    • Existing public alley bisecting the property offers additional vehicular access or potential for abandonment.
    • RFC framework supports ground‑floor commercial uses with apartments or condominiums above.

    Overview

    This property presents a development opportunity within the Riverfront Crossing (RFC) District. The site, spanning 0.58 acres, features existing improvements totaling approximately 14,000 square feet, currently occupied with short-term leases that provide income. The RFC district features a form-based zoning overlay allowing for mid-rise mixed-use development. The RFC framework supports ground-floor commercial uses with apartments or condominiums above, up to 6-7 stories. An existing public alley bisects the property, offering additional vehicular access or the potential for abandonment, subject to City Planning Department & City Council approval. The location is near shopping and dining options, and is located blocks from downtown Iowa City and the University of Iowa main campus. The property may be combined with the adjacent parcel at 1030 Gilbert Street, providing an additional 0.55 acres of usable land, creating a larger-scale development footprint.

    Financial Insights

    Value Estimation Calculated for Retail

    Conservative
    $1.47M
    NOI $132,653 @ 9.00% cap · cautious / downside scenario
    Moderate
    $1.90M
    NOI $132,653 @ 7.00% cap · market / base-case scenario
    Aggressive
    $2.65M
    NOI $132,653 @ 5.00% cap · optimistic / upside scenario

    NOI & Cap Rate Calculator

    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.
         Calculated for Retail

    Component $ $/SF
    Gross rent $201.6k $14.40
    − Vacancy −$12.1k −$0.86
    EGI $189.5k $13.54
    − OpEx −$56.9k −$4.06
    NOI $132.7k $9.48
    14,000 SF · lease $14.40/SF/yr · vacancy 6.00% · expense 30.00%

    Alternative Use Scenarios

    Best Use
    Retail
    $1.90M
    $1.66M – $2.21M (±1% cap)
    NOI $132,653 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.37%
    Second Best
    Apartment 5plus
    $1.71M
    $1.50M – $2.00M (±1% cap)
    NOI $119,750 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.65%
    Theoretical Best
    Office A
    $3.04M
    $2.66M – $3.55M (±1% cap)
    NOI $212,890 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 11.83%
    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.
    Property Profile Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Body Maintenance Waxing ... Hair Salon

    Suggested Use

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

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

    Location Insight

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    City
    Iowa City
    County
    Johnson
    State
    Iowa
    Longitude
    -91.53117
    Latitude
    41.649242

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Mixed-use property - Prime 0.58-acre development opportunity in Iowa City's Riverfront Crossing.
    Where is this mixed-use property located?
    The property is located at 321 Kirkwood Ave Iowa City, IA.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $1,800,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Prime location in the Riverfront Crossing District, steps from shopping, dining, downtown Iowa City, and the University of Iowa.; Development opportunity on a .58‑acre building lot with form‑based zoning allowing for mid‑rise mixed‑use development (up to 6‑7 stories).; Existing 14,000 SF of usable improvements with short‑term leases, providing near‑term income.
    (319) 331-6187
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    Listing Contact
    Jeff Edberg
    Jeff Edberg
    Real Estate License ID: IA B33730000
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    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.

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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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    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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    • 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
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    • 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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