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2,250 SF Commercial Building
For Sale
$129,500

1002 1st St W, Independence, IA 50644

Commercial building with high visibility and accessibility on a busy street.

Property Size2,250 SF
Lot Size0.24 Acres
Price / SF$57.56
Days on Market304

Property Features for 1002 1st St W

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 2,250 SF
Lot size 0.24 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Annual Taxes $3,542
Listing Agency: RE/MAX Independence Realty
Listed By: Curt Martin · License #B56021000
Source: Exprealty
Added: Oct 23, 2025 Changed: Aug 20 Last Checked: Aug 21 at 1:40PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This 2,250 square foot concrete block building is located on a prominent corner lot with C-2 zoning, offering exceptional visibility and easy accessibility on one of the busiest streets in town. The property is suitable for a variety of commercial uses. The building features durable construction and concrete parking. Two bays have been opened to form one large area. Seven overhead doors provide easy access and workflow. The property was formerly a car wash, and the center pits are still in place. Its strategic location near the local school campus, Casey’s General Store, Independence Premium Foods, Spahn & Rose Lumber and several other well-established businesses makes it a highly desirable spot for customer traffic and brand exposure. A deed restriction applies.

Key Highlights

  • High‑visibility corner lot location on a busy street.
  • C‑2 zoning allows for a variety of commercial uses.
  • Durable concrete block construction with concrete parking.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Indee Car Wash Car Wash Pop A Top Redemption Recycling Center

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Big Box & Wholesale Store Dental Office Building Supply HVAC Service Electrical Service

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

156
Businesses Nearby
18k
Monthly Visits Nearby

Foot Traffic Nearby

Shops & Services 77% Dining 20% Electronics 3%
Casey's Shops & Services
7,525 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Dollar General Shops & Services
4,292 visits/mo 0.1 miles
SUBWAY Dining
3,608 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Advance Auto Parts Shops & Services
2,298 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Verizon Electronics
626 visits/mo 0.2 miles

Demographics for 50644, IA

8,795
Population
3,921
Households
2.2
Avg Household Size
42
Median Age
24%
College-Educated
96%
High-School Grad
145.0 sq mi
ZIP Area
61
Density / Sq Mi
$79,861
Median Household Income
$41,689
Median Earnings
$770
Median Rent
$174,000
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Midwest region

8% 2020
7.3% 2021
6.5% 2022
6% 2023
5.7% 2024
6.3% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Car wash - Commercial building with high visibility and accessibility on a busy street.
Where is this car wash located?
The property is located at 1002 1st St W Independence, IA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $129,500.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: High‑visibility corner lot location on a busy street.; C‑2 zoning allows for a variety of commercial uses.; Durable concrete block construction with concrete parking.
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