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Historic 1913 Office Building
For Sale
$159,900

815 Central Ave, Fort Dodge, IA 50501

COMMERCIAL - Fort Dodge, IA

Lot Size0.10 Acres
Days on Market134

Property Features for 815 Central Ave

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Subdivision Webster
Standard status Active
Lot size 0.10 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Annual Amount 1814

Building Details

Floors in Building 6
Listing Agency: Coldwell Banker Associated Realtors · Coldwell Banker Real Estate
Listed By: Keenan Schuur
Added: Mar 21 Changed: Jul 29 Last Checked: Aug 1 at 5:06PM
MLS# 29752

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Built in 1913, the McQuilkin Building is a six-story historic office property with character and architectural presence. The offering is positioned as an owner-operator or buyer’s project, with the building’s longevity and historic significance suggesting renovation and reimagining opportunities.

The building is located at 815 Central Ave in Fort Dodge, Iowa, in Webster County, and sits on approximately 0.1 acres.

As a multi-story office asset, it offers a substantial vertical layout for a range of uses, depending on how the property is renovated and brought up to the buyer’s specifications.

Key Highlights

  • Iconic McQuilkin Building at 815 Central Avenue in Fort Dodge
  • Built in 1913
  • 6‑story downtown landmark building

Property Analytics

Current Use

Office buildings

Suggested Use

Top Pick Restaurant Parking Lot & Garage Storage Facility Food Market Cafe & Coffee Shop Furniture & Home Goods

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

836
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 50501, IA

28,492
Population
13,198
Households
2.2
Avg Household Size
39
Median Age
20%
College-Educated
92%
High-School Grad
152.2 sq mi
ZIP Area
187
Density / Sq Mi
$66,130
Median Household Income
$36,934
Median Earnings
$779
Median Rent
$139,700
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Office in Midwest region

13.7% 2019
15.6% 2020
17.1% 2021
18.9% 2022
21% 2023
22% 2024
21.3% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Office building - Six-story office building built in 1913, offered for sale at 815 Central Ave in Fort Dodge.
Where is this office building located?
The property is located at 815 Central Ave Fort Dodge, IA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $159,900.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Iconic McQuilkin Building at 815 Central Avenue in Fort Dodge; Built in 1913; 6‑story downtown landmark building
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