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Automotive Repair Shop with Yard
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For Sale
$750,000

1307 E Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50010

Commercial Sale, Ames, IA

Property Size3,000 SF
Lot Size3.33 Acres
Price / SF$250
Days on Market3

Property Features for 1307 E Lincoln Way

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Zoning GI
Directions Between Grand and Dayton Ave. on Lincoln Way Northside of the road and on the east side of the Skunk River.
Subdivision 0004 - Ames SE
Standard status Active
APN 0901350095
Size 3,000 SF
Lot size 3.33 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Description SKUNK RIVER EAST 1ST INDUSTRIAL ADD LOT 3
Tax Annual Amount 11059
Legal Description SKUNK RIVER EAST 1ST INDUSTRIAL ADD LOT 3

Utilities

Sewer type Public Sewer
Heating system Natural Gas
Cooling system Window Unit(s)
Water source Public

Building Details

Year built 1980
Floors in Building 1
Flooring type Concrete
Building materials Steel Frame
Roof type Metal
Listing Agency: RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CENTER · RE/MAX International
Listed By: Steve Bock · License #S26995
Added: Oct 5 Changed: Oct 6 Last Checked: Oct 7 at 1:06AM
MLS# 71464

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Set on 3.33 acres, this automotive property includes a 3,000-square-foot building currently configured for trucking repair and maintenance. Steel-frame construction, concrete flooring, a metal roof, natural gas heat, and window-unit cooling serve the shop. Public water and sewer are available.

The site is zoned GI and has outdoor space used for parking and storage. The building is outside the FEMA floodplain, while the northwest portion of the property falls within the FEMA flood map. Access to Highway 30 and Interstate 35 is noted.

Key Highlights

  • 3.33‑acre site with a 3,000‑square‑foot repair and maintenance building
  • Currently set up for trucking repair and maintenance
  • GI zoning

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$29,764
Cap Rate
3.97%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$595,280 $595.3K
Cap Rate 7%
$425,200 $425.2K
Cap Rate 9%
$330,711 $330.7K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 3,000 SF
Gross rent
$46.4K $15.48/SF
− Vacancy
−$3.9K −$1.31/SF
EGI
$42.5K $14.17/SF
− OpEx
−$12.8K −$4.25/SF
NOI
$29.8K $9.92/SF
Area
Story County, IA
Vacancy
8.44%
Lease Rate
$15.48 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$595,280
Cap Rate 7%
$425,200
Cap Rate 9%
$330,711

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Retail
$425.2K
$372.1K – $496.1K (±1% cap)
NOI $29,764 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.97%
Second Best
Industrial
$206.0K
$180.2K – $240.3K (±1% cap)
NOI $14,419 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 1.92%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$701.1K
$613.4K – $817.9K (±1% cap)
NOI $49,075 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.54%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

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Current Use

J & K Contracting General Contractor

Suggested Use

Top Pick Grocery & Convenience Store Locksmith (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Food Market Florist Nail Salon

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

Yes
Highway access

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

173
Businesses Nearby
Well-served
Demand for This Use

Demographics for 50010, IA

32,552
Population
14,732
Households
2.2
Avg Household Size
30
Median Age
59%
College-Educated
98%
High-School Grad
60.3 sq mi
ZIP Area
540
Density / Sq Mi
$65,701
Median Household Income
$27,672
Median Earnings
$981
Median Rent
$243,200
Median Home Value
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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Industrial in Midwest region

4.4% 2019
4.9% 2020
3.6% 2021
3.1% 2022
4.6% 2023
5% 2024
4.9% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Auto shop - Industrial-zoned property offers a repair facility and substantial outdoor area for parking or storage.
Where is this auto shop located?
The property is located at 1307 E Lincoln Way Ames, IA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $750,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 3.33‑acre site with a 3,000‑square‑foot repair and maintenance building; Currently set up for trucking repair and maintenance; GI zoning
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