Building Details

Year Built 1888

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Listing Agency: Frontier Insurance & Realty y***@frontieragency.com Show Phone

Listed By: Yvette Waagmeester Show Phone

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Added: Apr 1, 2025 Changed: Aug 30 Last Checked: Aug 31 at 5:21PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This 1,914-square-foot storefront building dates to 1888 and presents a renovation or redevelopment opportunity. The interior layout is described as spacious, with potential applications including retail, office, or apartment use.

The property is located in downtown Rock Rapids at 213 First Ave, near other businesses and pedestrian activity. Its established commercial setting supports consideration of multiple reuse concepts, subject to applicable approvals and building requirements.

Key Highlights

• 1,914‑square‑foot storefront building
• Built in 1888
• Downtown Rock Rapids location at 213 First Ave

Property Analytics

Property Profile

Current Use

Storefront properties

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Dental Office Big Box & Wholesale Store Building Supply 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

273

Businesses Nearby

32k

Monthly Visits Nearby

Balanced

Demand for This Use

Explore this area Business Placement

Foot Traffic Nearby

Shops & Services 83% Dining 10% Home Improvements & Furnishings 7%

Sinclair Shops & Services

13,996 visits/mo 0.4 miles

Dollar General Shops & Services

4,648 visits/mo 0.2 miles

Pizza Ranch Dining

3,187 visits/mo 0.5 miles

Shell Shops & Services

2,807 visits/mo 0.5 miles

Rock Rapids Ace Hdw Home Improvements & Furnishings

2,289 visits/mo 0.1 miles

Demographics for 51246, IA

3,834

Population

1,616

Households

2.4

Avg Household Size

38

Median Age

21%

College-Educated

96%

High-School Grad

161.1 sq mi

ZIP Area

24

Density / Sq Mi

$69,320

Median Household Income

$44,032

Median Earnings

$773

Median Rent

$232,900

Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Midwest region

8% 2020

7.3% 2021

6.5% 2022

6% 2023

5.7% 2024

6.3% 2025

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?

Storefront property - Existing downtown building with a flexible layout for retail, office, or apartment use.

Where is this storefront property located?

The property is located at 213 First Ave Rock Rapids, IA.

What is the asking price?

The asking price for this property is $63,000.

What are key features of this property?

This property features: 1,914‑square‑foot storefront building; Built in 1888; Downtown Rock Rapids location at 213 First Ave