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$79,500

1520 Central Avenue, Dubuque, IA 52001

Commercial Sale, Dubuque, IA

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Days on Market4

Property Features for 1520 Central Avenue

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Zoning C4
Bathrooms 1
Full bathrooms 1
Rooms Bathroom 1
Subdivision DUBUQUE AREA
Standard status Active
APN 1024404007

Utilities

Sewer type Public Sewer
Heating system Geothermal (Heating)
Cooling system Geothermal
Water source Public

Building Details

Year built 1900
Floors in Building 1
Building materials Stone, Wood
Roof type Rubber, Flat
Listing Agency: KW Elite powered by KW 1Advantage · Keller Williams Realty
Listed By: Quentin Scott
Added: Sep 16 Changed: Sep 17 Last Checked: Sep 19 at 8:06AM
MLS# 155744

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This storefront property at 1520 Central Avenue is a historic commercial building constructed in 1900. The structure combines stone and wood construction with a flat rubber roof, one bathroom, and geothermal systems for both heating and cooling. Public water and public sewer serve the property.

Zoned C4, the building is identified for potential retail storefront, professional office, service business, or mixed-use applications. Its Central Avenue address places the property within Dubuque, with the surrounding area described as offering access to dining, retail, and key transportation routes. The property is offered for sale.

Key Highlights

  • C4 zoning supports a range of commercial applications
  • Built in 1900 with stone and wood construction
  • Geothermal heating and cooling systems

Property Analytics

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Current Use

Retro Treasures on the Mississippi (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Na Arcade & Gaming Center

Suggested Use

Top Pick HVAC Service Locksmith (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Kitchen & Bath Showroom Daycare Center Garden Center

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

1,434
Businesses Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use

Demographics for 52001, IA

43,572
Population
20,102
Households
2.2
Avg Household Size
36
Median Age
30%
College-Educated
92%
High-School Grad
26.1 sq mi
ZIP Area
1,669
Density / Sq Mi
$60,882
Median Household Income
$35,571
Median Earnings
$916
Median Rent
$168,900
Median Home Value
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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?
Storefront property - Stone-and-wood construction includes geothermal heating and cooling for a flexible commercial setting.
Where is this storefront property located?
The property is located at 1520 Central Avenue Dubuque, IA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $79,500.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: C4 zoning supports a range of commercial applications; Built in 1900 with stone and wood construction; Geothermal heating and cooling systems
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