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Historic Office Space in Restored Building
For Lease
$7.50 SF/Yr

1789 Elm Street, Dubuque, IA 52001

COMMERCIAL - Dubuque, IA

Space Size3,500 SF
Days on Market804

Property Features for 1789 Elm Street

General Information

Property type Commercial Lease
Property subtype Other
Zoning OS
Bathrooms 4
Full bathrooms 4
Rooms Bathroom 3, Bathroom 1, Basement, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 4
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

Building Details

Year built 1890
Floors in Building 4
Flooring type Wood
Building materials Brick
Roof type Rubber, Wood
Listing Agency: DBQ Property Group Inc.
Listed By: Nancy Kann
Added: Jun 11, 2024 Changed: Aug 4 Last Checked: Aug 23 at 7:06AM
MLS# 149617

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Approximately 3,500 SF of office space is available to lease in downtown Dubuque. The space is within 1789 Elm Street, a historic brick building that underwent a complete restoration in 2008. The property is ADA compliant and includes a large parking lot. Interior finishes include wood flooring, with forced-air heating and central air conditioning.

Access is convenient to HWY 151 and 61, and the property is within walking distance to public transportation. Existing tenants include Riverview Center, Dubuque City Assessor, and Child Health Specialty Clinics.

The office space is currently occupied, and 24-hour notice is required to tour. Utilities are provided per the lease structure referenced for the property, along with MIT. Public water and public sewer serve the building.

Key Highlights

  • Approximately 3,500 SF office space available to lease
  • Complete restoration in 2008 in historic building
  • ADA compliant with large parking lot

Property Analytics

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

Yes
Highway access
NNN (Triple Net)
Lease Type
$1.13 /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

Market

Lease Benchmarks for Dubuque, IA

$23.42 /SF/Yr
Avg Asking Price
$7–$225 /SF/Yr
Price Range
4,408 SF
Avg Space Size

This space is priced 68% below the average of $23.42 /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 - Approximately 3,500 SF of ADA-compliant office space in a restored historic building with central air and a large parking lot.
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 $7.50 SF/Yr.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Approximately 3,500 SF office space available to lease; Complete restoration in 2008 in historic building; ADA compliant with large parking lot
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