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    3939 1St Ave SE Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

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    COMMERCIAL - Cedar Rapids, IA

    Type:Retail
    Property size:
    7,329 SF
    Lot size:
    1.62 Acres
    Days on Market:
    114
    Last Refresh:
    Mar 11 at 7:06 am

    Property Features for 3939 1St Ave SE

    General Information

    Property type
    Commercial Sale
    Property subtype
    Retail
    Standard status
    Active
    Zoning
    SMC
    Rooms
    Basement
    APN
    141120400700000
    Size
    7,329 SF
    Lot size
    1.62 Acres

    Building Details

    Year built
    1984
    Flooring type
    Wood
    Building materials
    Frame
    Roof type
    Membrane, Metal

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    Listing Contact
    Kevin Heinbuch
    Kevin Heinbuch

    WHY USA Eastern Iowa Realty (319) 892-3344

    Listing agent Kevin Heinbuch (319) 360-7139

    Listing date Nov 17, 2025

    MLS# 2509383

    Copyright © 2026 Cedar Rapids 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.

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    Property Insight Report

    Overview

    Turnkey Restaurant Opportunity in Cedar Rapids

    This 7,329 square foot commercial space is situated on a 1.62-acre lot and offers high visibility with 139 feet of frontage on 1st Avenue. The location benefits from an average daily traffic count of 22,729 vehicles. Formerly an Outback Steakhouse, the property is currently equipped as a restaurant, including kitchen and bar infrastructure. The space is adaptable for retail or showroom use. The property is located at a lighted intersection with a bus stop, one mile from Cedar Rapids' largest employer and 3.7 miles from downtown Cedar Rapids. It is near Lindale Mall and other shopping centers. The site features 118 parking spaces, pylon signage, and easy access. The surrounding 15-mile trade area includes 164,634 residents, 68,802 households, and an employee population of 88,486, with an average income of $107,096. This location is suitable for a range of business uses.
    Property Profile Insight Report Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Turn key restaurants

    Suggested Use

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

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

    Location Insight

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    • Local Demand
    City
    Cedar Rapids
    County
    Linn
    State
    Iowa
    Longitude
    -91.6321118
    Latitude
    42.0189766

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Turn key restaurant - 7,329 SF commercial space ideal for food-service or retail.
    Where is this turn key restaurant located?
    The property is located at 3939 1St Ave SE Cedar Rapids, IA.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: - High-visibility location with 139 feet of frontage and 22,729 average daily vehicle traffic.; - Turnkey restaurant opportunity with existing kitchen and bar infrastructure.; - Large parking lot with 118 spaces and pylon signage.
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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
    Alternative use

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