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Two-Story Mixed-Use Brick Building
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$369,900

12 N 4th St, Clear Lake, IA 50428

Retail and office areas share the property with a second-floor apartment and unfinished lower level.

Property Size4,036 SF
Price / SF$91.65
Days on Market67

Property Features for 12 N 4th St

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 4,036 SF
Property subtype Commercial

Building Details

Year Built 1920
Listing Agency: RE/MAX Results
Listed By: Matt Grohe (515) 988-3726 · License #S43998000
Source: Desmoineshomesforsale
Added: Aug 22 Changed: Oct 25 Last Checked: Oct 26 at 5:02PM

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Built in 1920, this 4,036-square-foot, two-story brick mixed-use building combines retail and office space with a residential component. The commercial portion includes open areas, a conference room, reception area, four offices, two restrooms, and zoned HVAC. A second-floor 2bd, 1ba efficiency apartment features loft-style ceilings and views of downtown.

The property is located at 12 N 4th St in downtown Clear Lake, with a front entrance on N 4th St and an additional alley entrance to the north. The lower level is unfinished and identified as potential storage space. Twenty-four-hour notice is required to view the apartment.

Key Highlights

  • 4,036‑square‑foot mixed‑use building in downtown Clear Lake
  • Two‑story brick construction completed in 1920
  • Retail and office layout with open areas, conference room, reception area, four offices, and two restrooms

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$31,190
Cap Rate
8.43%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$623,800 $623.8K
Cap Rate 7%
$445,571 $445.6K
Cap Rate 9%
$346,556 $346.6K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 4,036 SF
Gross rent
$48.4K $12.00/SF
− Vacancy
−$3.9K −$0.96/SF
EGI
$44.6K $11.04/SF
− OpEx
−$13.4K −$3.31/SF
NOI
$31.2K $7.73/SF
Area
Cerro Gordo County, IA
Vacancy
8.00%
Lease Rate
$12.00 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$623,800
Cap Rate 7%
$445,571
Cap Rate 9%
$346,556

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Office B
$743.3K
$650.4K – $867.2K (±1% cap)
NOI $52,032 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 14.07%
Second Best
Retail
$445.6K
$389.9K – $519.8K (±1% cap)
NOI $31,190 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 8.43%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$1.01M
$886.5K – $1.18M (±1% cap)
NOI $70,920 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 19.17%
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Current Use

Clear Lake Mirror ... Publishing House Patrick B. Byrne Law Firm

Suggested Use

Top Pick Big Box & Wholesale Store Auto Repair Shop Building Supply Auto Parts Store Parking Lot & Garage HVAC 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

567
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 50428, IA

9,290
Population
5,630
Households
1.7
Avg Household Size
50
Median Age
32%
College-Educated
97%
High-School Grad
117.3 sq mi
ZIP Area
79
Density / Sq Mi
$72,932
Median Household Income
$42,235
Median Earnings
$769
Median Rent
$253,900
Median Home Value
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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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Mixed-use property - Retail and office areas share the property with a second-floor apartment and unfinished lower level.
Where is this mixed-use property located?
The property is located at 12 N 4th St Clear Lake, IA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $369,900.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 4,036‑square‑foot mixed‑use building in downtown Clear Lake; Two‑story brick construction completed in 1920; Retail and office layout with open areas, conference room, reception area, four offices, and two restrooms
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