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Mixed-Use Investment Opportunity in Mason

11 S Federal Mason City, IA 50401

11 S Federal, Mason City, IA, 50401
$730,000
For Sale
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$730,000

COMMERCIAL - MASON CITY, IA

Property Size3,520 SF
Price / SF$207.39
AddedOct 30, 2024
Days on Market624
Last RefreshJul 15 at 4:06 am

Property Features for 11 S Federal

General Information

Property type
Commercial Sale
Property subtype
Other
Standard status
Active
Size
3,520 SF

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year
2023
Tax Description
L 4 SUB L 3 BLK 16 PAUL FELTS PLAT
Tax Annual Amount
3790

Utilities

Cooling system
Central Air

Building Details

Year built
1928
Floors in Building
2
Building materials
Block, Brick Veneer
Architectural style
Other

Listing agent TIMOTHY LATHAM License #B44162

Listing office HILDEBRAND REAL ESTATE 412 S FEDERAL AVE, Mason City, IA

Listing date Oct 30, 2024

MLS# 240775

Copyright © 2026 Greater Mason City Board 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.


Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This offering comprises a package of six parcels, presenting a mixed-use investment opportunity with excellent visibility. The properties are located in a plaza that includes the only Frank Lloyd Wright Hotel in the world, along with dining, entertainment venues, and small businesses. The storefronts, some with apartments above, front the plaza, while two additional stores with long-term tenants open to the mall entrance. These properties were formerly home to the Bergo family Mercantile stores for many years. The offering includes properties at 9 S Federal, 11 S Federal, and 10 1st SE. The properties feature a new roof on 9 S Federal, 11 S Federal & 10 1st SE. The total property size is 3,520 square feet. This location offers the potential to start a business, lease spaces, and potentially utilize Mason City's programs for renovation cost assistance.

Key Highlights

  • Package deal of 6 parcels with excellent visibility.
  • Located in the historic plaza, home to the only Frank Lloyd Wright Hotel in the World.
  • Opportunity to start a business or lease spaces.

Local Financial Insights For Retail

Simulate Cap Rate and NOI

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.

Component $ $/SF
Gross rent $42.2k $12.00
− Vacancy −$3.4k −$0.96
EGI $38.9k $11.04
− OpEx −$11.7k −$3.31
NOI $27.2k $7.73
3,520 SF · lease $12.00/SF/yr · vacancy 8.00% · expense 30.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Retail
$388.6K
$340.0K – $453.4K (±1% cap)
NOI $27,203 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.73%
Second Best
Mixed Use
$339.4K
$297.0K – $396.0K (±1% cap)
NOI $23,760 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.25%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$883.6K
$773.2K – $1.03M (±1% cap)
NOI $61,853 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 8.47%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Property Analytics

Property Profile Location Intelligence

Current Use by Public Records

Storefront properties

Suggested Use

Real Estate Agency Dental Office Grocery & Convenience Store Skin Care Clinic Bakery Barber Shop Pharmacy (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store

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

FAQs

What type of property is this?
Mixed-use property - Six parcels with storefronts, apartments, and long-term tenants.
Where is this mixed-use property located?
The property is located at 11 S Federal Mason City, IA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $730,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Package deal of 6 parcels with excellent visibility.; Located in the historic plaza, home to the only Frank Lloyd Wright Hotel in the World.; Opportunity to start a business or lease spaces.
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