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Downtown Mixed-Use Property
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$165,000

117 S Main St, Elkader, IA 52043

Two buildings combine commercial space with two residential units and flexible upper-level living arrangements.

Property Size4,920 SF
Price / SF$33.54
Days on Market55

Property Features for 117 S Main St

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 4,920 SF
Property subtype Commercial
Zoning C,Resi

Units

Unit Mix 1 x 2BR/1BA, 1 x 2BR/2BA
Multifamily Units 2

Taxes and HOA fees

Annual Taxes $2,724

Amenities

Carpet,Wood
Irregular
0.11
CountyRoad,Paved

Building Details

Year Built 1870
Buildings 2
Listing Agency: Better Way Realty
Listed By: Karrie Schultz · License #B63691000
Source: Pinnaclerealtyia
Added: Jul 8 Changed: Aug 31 Last Checked: Aug 31 at 1:08AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This mixed-use offering includes two buildings on South Main Street near the Keystone Bridge. The first contains an operating neighborhood bar on the main level, with a two-bedroom, one-bath residence above. The neighboring building provides a commercial main level and a two-bedroom, two-bath apartment-style residence upstairs. Both buildings are offered as-is.

The property is subject to C,Resi zoning. City requirements call for commercial use on the main level of the neighboring building, while its upper level may remain residential. The residential spaces support owner occupancy or rental use, and the combined property contains 4,920 SF. Originally built in 1870, the buildings are positioned in downtown Elkader along paved Main Street.

Key Highlights

  • Two‑building mixed‑use property totaling 4,920 SF
  • Operating neighborhood bar with an upstairs two‑bedroom, one‑bath residence
  • Neighboring building includes commercial main level and two‑bedroom, two‑bath apartment

Property Analytics

Current Use

Gene's Place Bar & Pub

Suggested Use

Top Pick Dental Office Building Supply (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Pharmacy Garden Center Grocery & Convenience 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

2
Residential units

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

239
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 52043, IA

2,047
Population
1,015
Households
2
Avg Household Size
52
Median Age
22%
College-Educated
92%
High-School Grad
96.9 sq mi
ZIP Area
21
Density / Sq Mi
$65,202
Median Household Income
$45,807
Median Earnings
$839
Median Rent
$145,000
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in Midwest region

6.5% 2022
7.5% 2023
7.8% 2024
8% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Mixed-use property - Two buildings combine commercial space with two residential units and flexible upper-level living arrangements.
Where is this mixed-use property located?
The property is located at 117 S Main St Elkader, IA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $165,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Two‑building mixed‑use property totaling 4,920 SF; Operating neighborhood bar with an upstairs two‑bedroom, one‑bath residence; Neighboring building includes commercial main level and two‑bedroom, two‑bath apartment
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