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Historical Building in Downtown Burlington
For Sale
$799,000

500 Jefferson St, Burlington, IA 52601

Restored 15,959 SF building with restaurant/brewery potential.

Property Size15,959 SF
Lot Size0.21 Acres
Price / SF$50.07
Days on Market535

Property Features for 500 Jefferson St

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 15,959 SF
Lot size 0.21 Acres
Property subtype Commercial/Industrial

Taxes and HOA fees

Annual Taxes $18,471

Building Details

Year Built 1880
Listing Agency: Sellers & Seekers Real Estate
Listed By: Wendy Fountain
Source: Exitrealty
Added: Feb 22, 2025 Changed: Aug 8 Last Checked: Aug 8 at 2:20PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This historical building, constructed in 1880, offers 15,959 square feet of space in Burlington's downtown district on the main corridor. The property has been renovated with $1.3 million in improvements. The first floor is designed for a restaurant or brewery, featuring a mezzanine, outdoor patio, display case, and included equipment. The second level provides an open floor plan suitable for multiple purposes. Situated on a corner lot, the property includes ample parking. The building's architecture and charm have been restored.

Key Highlights

  • Sprawling 15,959 square foot building in downtown Burlington.
  • Fully renovated with $1.3M in improvements.
  • Ideal first‑floor setup for a restaurant or brewery, including equipment.**

Property Analytics

Current Use

V.O's Restaurant

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Big Box & Wholesale Store Furniture & Home Goods Auto Parts Store Accounting Firm 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

868
Businesses Nearby
14k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use

Foot Traffic Nearby

Shops & Services 100%
Circle K Shops & Services
13,086 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Carquest Auto Parts Shops & Services
583 visits/mo 0.3 miles

Demographics for 52601, IA

27,899
Population
14,107
Households
2
Avg Household Size
43
Median Age
24%
College-Educated
94%
High-School Grad
109.3 sq mi
ZIP Area
255
Density / Sq Mi
$57,123
Median Household Income
$35,594
Median Earnings
$921
Median Rent
$125,500
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?
Restaurant - Restored 15,959 SF building with restaurant/brewery potential.
Where is this restaurant located?
The property is located at 500 Jefferson St Burlington, IA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $799,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Sprawling 15,959 square foot building in downtown Burlington.; Fully renovated with $1.3M in improvements.; Ideal first‑floor setup for a restaurant or brewery, including equipment.**
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