Historic Plaza Storefront
For Sale
$730,000
17 S Federal, Mason City, IA 50401
COMMERCIAL - MASON CITY, IA
Property Size2,090 SF
Lot Size0.05 Acres
Price / SF$349.28
Days on Market652
Property Features for 17 S Federal
General Information
Property type
Commercial Sale
Property subtype
Other
Subdivision
Southeast
Standard status
Active
Size
2,090 SF
Lot size
0.05 Acres
Taxes and HOA fees
Tax Year
2023
Tax Description
W 100' L 3 IN L 6 BLK 16 PAUL FELTS PLAT
Tax Annual Amount
1596
Legal Description
W 100' L 3 IN L 6 BLK 16 PAUL FELTS PLAT
Utilities
Cooling system
Central Air
Building Details
Year built
1900
Floors in Building
2
Building materials
Block, Brick Veneer
Architectural style
Other
Listing Agency:
HILDEBRAND REAL ESTATE
(641) 423-5055
Listed By:
TIMOTHY LATHAM · License #S44162
(641) 425-0363
Added: Oct 30, 2024
Changed: Aug 4
Last Checked: Aug 12 at 8:06AM
MLS# 240776
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
This offering combines six parcels in a historic commercial setting at 17 S Federal in Mason City. The property includes storefronts facing the plaza, with apartments above some spaces, plus two additional retail locations that open toward the mall entrance. Those mall-facing spaces have long-term tenants. The identified property size is 2090 square feet, with block and brick veneer construction, central air, and a 1900 build year.
The storefronts are positioned directly on the plaza alongside restaurants, entertainment venues, and small businesses. The broader plaza is also home to a Frank Lloyd Wright hotel. The package includes properties at 9 S Federal, 11 S Federal, and 10 1st SE, each reported with a new roof. The combination of retail, upper-level residential space, and existing tenancy creates a varied commercial ownership profile within Mason City's central business setting.
The storefronts are positioned directly on the plaza alongside restaurants, entertainment venues, and small businesses. The broader plaza is also home to a Frank Lloyd Wright hotel. The package includes properties at 9 S Federal, 11 S Federal, and 10 1st SE, each reported with a new roof. The combination of retail, upper-level residential space, and existing tenancy creates a varied commercial ownership profile within Mason City's central business setting.
Key Highlights
- Six‑parcel commercial package at 17 S Federal, Mason City, IA 50401
- Storefronts front the plaza; some include apartments above
- Two additional stores open to the mall entrance with long‑term tenants
Property Analytics
Property Profile
Current Use
Lease Details
Multi-tenant
Tenancy
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
1,118
Businesses Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use
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Business Placement
Demographics for 50401, IA
28,981
Population
14,746
Households
2
Avg Household Size
43
Median Age
22%
College-Educated
94%
High-School Grad
148.2 sq mi
ZIP Area
196
Density / Sq Mi
$63,807
Median Household Income
$38,929
Median Earnings
$868
Median Rent
$134,100
Median Home Value
Market
Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Midwest region
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Storefront property - Six parcels combine plaza-facing storefronts, upper-level apartments, and additional retail spaces with established tenants.
Where is this storefront property located?
The property is located at 17 S Federal Mason City, IA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $730,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Six‑parcel commercial package at 17 S Federal, Mason City, IA 50401; Storefronts front the plaza; some include apartments above; Two additional stores open to the mall entrance with long‑term tenants
