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Four-Unit Property with Detached Garage
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$265,000

1550 Dows St., Ely, IA 52227

Residential, Ely, IA

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Days on Market3

Property Features for 1550 Dows St.

General Information

Property type Residential Multi Family
Property subtype Other
Zoning MR R3+
Bathrooms 1
Full bathrooms 4
Rooms Bathroom 4, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3
Parking 3
Parking features Garage
Interior features LivingRoomDiningRoomCombo
Appliances Dishwasher, RangeOrOven, Refrigerator
Subdivision unk
Elementary school CollegeComm
Middle school CollegeComm
Directions Ely Rd. (State St.) to North on Dows St. property on the right
Standard status Active
APN 183113500300000

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year 2025
Tax Annual Amount 2898

Utilities

Heating system Electric (Heating)

Amenities

balcony
yard

Building Details

Year built 1904
Floors in Building 2
Flooring type Laminate, Carpet
Building materials Vinyl, Frame
Architectural style Other
Listing Agency: Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS
Listed By: Paul Park
Added: Sep 5 Last Checked: Sep 7 at 3:06PM
MLS# 202605378

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Built in 1904, this quadplex at 1550 Dows St. includes four one-bedroom, one-bathroom residences with combined living and dining areas. Unit features include dishwashers, ranges, refrigerators, laminate and carpet flooring, vinyl and frame construction, and electric heating. New stairs and a balcony add recent exterior improvements.

The property also includes a detached three-car garage with stalls rented separately, along with additional yard space. It is located in Ely’s Old Town District, within walking distance of bars and restaurants and a short drive from Cedar Rapids Airport and Airport National Golf Course. The property is zoned MR R3+ and has four long-term tenants with leases in place through April 2027.

Key Highlights

  • Four 1‑bed, 1‑bath units
  • Four long‑term tenants with leases in place until April of 2027
  • Detached 3 car garage stalls rented individually

Property Analytics

Current Use

Quadplexes

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Building Supply Restaurant Hair Salon Electrical Service Big Box & Wholesale 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

4
Residential units
100%
Occupancy
Multi-tenant
Tenancy

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

95
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 52227, IA

3,089
Population
1,121
Households
2.8
Avg Household Size
37
Median Age
36%
College-Educated
97%
High-School Grad
29.4 sq mi
ZIP Area
105
Density / Sq Mi
$111,000
Median Household Income
$55,861
Median Earnings
$973
Median Rent
$299,600
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?
Quadplex - Four one-bedroom units are supported by individually rented garage stalls and leases extending through April 2027.
Where is this quadplex located?
The property is located at 1550 Dows St. Ely, IA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $265,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Four 1‑bed, 1‑bath units; Four long‑term tenants with leases in place until April of 2027; Detached 3 car garage stalls rented individually
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