Building Details

Year Built 1900

Buildings 1

Abandoned No

Listing Agency: KW 1Advantage

Listed By: Abby Shipman · License #S66662000/475.203187 Show Phone

Source: Illianahomesource

Added: Feb 13 Changed: Oct 1 Last Checked: Oct 12 at 7:51PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Built in 1900, this 1,350-square-foot live-work property is arranged across two levels. The upper floor includes a studio-style apartment with a full kitchen and bathroom, high ceilings, and original wood detailing. It is currently configured as a music studio, supporting creative, residential, or combined live-work use.

The lower level operates as a one-bedroom Airbnb and is described as consistently rented. The property is within walking distance of historic downtown Le Claire, with boutiques, restaurants, and riverfront amenities nearby. Its two-level layout brings together an upper creative or residential space and an income-producing short-term rental component.

Key Highlights

• 1,350 SF live‑work property built in 1900
• Upper‑level studio apartment with full kitchen and bathroom
• Original woodwork and high ceilings on the upper level

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr

$13,365

Cap Rate

2.97%

Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates

Cap Rate 5%

$267,300 $267.3K

Cap Rate 7%

$190,929 $190.9K

Cap Rate 9%

$148,500 $148.5K

Market Conditions

NOI Build-Up for 1,350 SF

Gross rent

$24.3K $18.00/SF

− Vacancy

−$2.9K −$2.16/SF

EGI

$21.4K $15.84/SF

− OpEx

−$8.0K −$5.94/SF

NOI

$13.4K $9.90/SF

Area

Scott County, IA

Vacancy

12.00%

Lease Rate

$18.00 /SF/Yr

Expense Ratio

37.50%

Simulate Cap Rate and NOI

Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates

Cap Rate 5%

$267,300

Cap Rate 7%

$190,929

Cap Rate 9%

$148,500

Alternative Uses

Best Use

Mixed Use

$190.9K

$167.1K – $222.8K (±1% cap)

NOI $13,365 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 2.97%

Second Best

Apartment 5plus

$162.7K

$142.4K – $189.9K (±1% cap)

NOI $11,391 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 2.53%

Theoretical Best

Industrial

$1.10M

$959.8K – $1.28M (±1% cap)

NOI $76,785 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 17.06%

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Current Use

Live-work space

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Building Supply Auto Repair Shop Dental Office HVAC Service Parking Lot & Garage

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

332

Businesses Nearby

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Demographics for 52753, IA

6,176

Population

2,489

Households

2.5

Avg Household Size

41

Median Age

38%

College-Educated

96%

High-School Grad

24.7 sq mi

ZIP Area

250

Density / Sq Mi

$100,122

Median Household Income

$56,594

Median Earnings

$1,120

Median Rent

$306,700

Median Home Value

Market

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?

Live-work space - Two-level commercial property combines a studio apartment, creative workspace, and operating one-bedroom short-term rental.

Where is this live-work space located?

The property is located at 204 N 2nd St Le Claire, IA.

What is the asking price?

The asking price for this property is $450,000.

What are key features of this property?

This property features: 1,350 SF live‑work property built in 1900; Upper‑level studio apartment with full kitchen and bathroom; Original woodwork and high ceilings on the upper level