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Brick Mixed-Use Building
For Sale
$390,000

1097 University Avenue, Dubuque, IA 52001

Commercial Sale, Dubuque, IA

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Days on Market42

Property Features for 1097 University Avenue

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Zoning Commercial
Bathrooms 2
Full bathrooms 2
Rooms Basement, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 1
Parking 2
Basement Full
Subdivision DUBUQUE AREA
Standard status Active
APN 1026229015

Utilities

Sewer type Public Sewer
Heating system Forced Air
Cooling system Central Air
Water source Public

Building Details

Year built 1856
Floors in Building 2
Building materials Brick
Roof type Flat
Listing Agency: Ruhl & Ruhl Realtors
Listed By: Tri State Commercial Group .
Added: Aug 17 Changed: Sep 12 Last Checked: Sep 27 at 7:06AM
MLS# 155497

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This mixed-use property at 1097 University Avenue combines an established commercial area with an apartment on the upper level. The commercial portion is occupied by a longtime tenant, while the residential component provides additional space within the building.

Built in 1856, the brick structure includes a basement, two bathrooms, a flat roof, forced-air heating, and central air conditioning. Public water and public sewer serve the property. Its combination of commercial occupancy and an upper-level apartment creates a two-part layout at a Dubuque address.

Key Highlights

  • Mixed‑use building with occupied commercial space and an upper‑level apartment
  • Longtime tenant currently occupies the commercial portion
  • Brick construction dating to 1856

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Current Use

Storefront properties

Suggested Use

Top Pick HVAC Service Electrical Service Garden Center Storage Facility Big Box & Wholesale Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store

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

Lease Details

1
Residential units
Multi-tenant
Tenancy

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

1,155
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 52001, IA

43,572
Population
20,102
Households
2.2
Avg Household Size
36
Median Age
30%
College-Educated
92%
High-School Grad
26.1 sq mi
ZIP Area
1,669
Density / Sq Mi
$60,882
Median Household Income
$35,571
Median Earnings
$916
Median Rent
$168,900
Median Home Value
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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?
Mixed-use property - Commercial space is occupied by a longtime tenant, with an upper-level apartment adding residential configuration.
Where is this mixed-use property located?
The property is located at 1097 University Avenue Dubuque, IA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $390,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Mixed‑use building with occupied commercial space and an upper‑level apartment; Longtime tenant currently occupies the commercial portion; Brick construction dating to 1856
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