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Historic Office Space
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$8 SF/Yr

1789 Elm Street, Dubuque, IA 52001

Commercial Lease, Dubuque, IA

Space Size3,500 SF
Days on Market849

Property Features for 1789 Elm Street

General Information

Property type Commercial Lease
Property subtype Other
Zoning OS
Bathrooms 4
Full bathrooms 4
Rooms Bathroom 4, Basement, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 3
Parking 30
Basement Full
Subdivision DUBUQUE AREA
Standard status Active
APN 1024276007

Utilities

Sewer type Public Sewer
Heating system Forced Air
Cooling system Central Air
Water source Public

Amenities

ADA compliant
parking lot

Building Details

Year built 1890
Floors in Building 4
Flooring type Wood
Building materials Brick
Roof type Wood, Rubber
Listing Agency: DBQ Property Group Inc.
Listed By: Nancy Kann
Added: Jun 11, 2024 Changed: Sep 14 Last Checked: Oct 7 at 10:06PM
MLS# 149617

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Approximately 3,500 square feet of office space is available within a historic brick property built in 1890 and fully restored in 2008. The building provides wood flooring, forced-air heat, central air, public water and public sewer, along with ADA-compliant access and a large parking lot. The space includes basement and bathroom areas and is currently occupied, with 24-hour notice requested for tours.

Situated at 1789 Elm Street in downtown Dubuque, the property offers access to HWY 151 and 61 and is within walking distance of public transportation. Existing occupants include Riverview Center, the Dubuque City Assessor, and Child Health Specialty Clinics. The property is zoned OS and includes public utilities.

Key Highlights

  • Approximately 3,500 square feet of office space
  • Historic brick building constructed in 1890
  • Complete restoration completed in 2008

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Current Use

Riverview Center Social Service Agency Penny Debuhr Community Health Centre Souto William T ... Dental Office Chester Badger Pediatrician Sharon Grisanti Dental Office

Suggested Use

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

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

Multi-tenant
Tenancy
Yes
Highway access
NNN (Triple Net)
Lease Type
$1.20 /SF/Yr
CAM

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

1,095
Businesses Nearby

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

Lease Benchmarks for Dubuque, IA

$22.58 /SF/Yr
Avg Asking Price
$7–$225 /SF/Yr
Price Range
5,447 SF
Avg Space Size

This space is priced 65% below the average of $22.58 /SF/Yr.

Vacancy Rate% for Office in Midwest region

13.7% 2019
15.6% 2020
17.1% 2021
18.9% 2022
21% 2023
22% 2024
21.3% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Office units - Restored brick building offers ADA-compliant access, central air, and on-site parking.
Where is this office units located?
The property is located at 1789 Elm Street Dubuque, IA.
What is the lease rate?
The lease rate is $8 SF/Yr.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Approximately 3,500 square feet of office space; Historic brick building constructed in 1890; Complete restoration completed in 2008
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