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2840 University Avenue, Waterloo, IA 50701

The adaptable layout accommodates retail, office, showroom, and service uses.

Property Size42,814 SF
Days on Market48

Property Features for 2840 University Avenue

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 42,814 SF
Property subtype Commercial
Zoning C-2
Lease Type Net

Taxes and HOA fees

Annual Taxes $39,954

Amenities

2.44
42814

Building Details

Building Size 42,814 SF
Year Built 1960
Listing Agency: Koch Real Estate
Listed By: Sara Kruse
Source: Pinnaclerealtyia
Added: Sep 2 Changed: Oct 19 Last Checked: Oct 19 at 3:45AM

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Investment Insights

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Located at 2840 University Avenue in Waterloo, this 9,392-square-foot commercial property was built in 1960 and offers a flexible interior configuration. The space can accommodate retail, office, showroom, service, and other commercial uses, with C-2 zoning supporting its commercial positioning.

The property fronts the University Avenue corridor and provides convenient access with ample on-site parking. Its adaptable floor plan gives occupants room to organize customer-facing areas, workspaces, displays, or service functions within one commercial setting.

Key Highlights

  • 9,392 square feet of flexible commercial space
  • C‑2 zoning
  • Built in 1960

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$42,136
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$842,720 $842.7K
Cap Rate 7%
$601,943 $601.9K
Cap Rate 9%
$468,178 $468.2K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 9,392 SF
Gross rent
$68.7K $7.32/SF
− Vacancy
−$3.9K −$0.42/SF
EGI
$64.8K $6.90/SF
− OpEx
−$22.7K −$2.42/SF
NOI
$42.1K $4.49/SF
Area
Black Hawk County, IA
Vacancy
5.71%
Lease Rate
$7.32 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
35.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$842,720
Cap Rate 7%
$601,943
Cap Rate 9%
$468,178

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Industrial
$7.82M
$6.84M – $9.12M (±1% cap)
NOI $547,496 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 10,949,920.00%
Second Best
Retail
$1.33M
$1.16M – $1.55M (±1% cap)
NOI $93,182 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 1,863,640.00%
Theoretical Best
Mixed Use
$11.77M
$10.30M – $13.74M (±1% cap)
NOI $824,148 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 16,482,960.00%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities. How Realmo checks its estimates

Property Analytics

Current Use

Iowa Liquidation Deals Discount Store

Suggested Use

Top Pick Law Firm Dental Office Real Estate Agency Restaurant Pharmacy Gym & Fitness Center

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

524
Businesses Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use

Demographics for 50701, IA

29,806
Population
14,530
Households
2.1
Avg Household Size
39
Median Age
30%
College-Educated
95%
High-School Grad
79.1 sq mi
ZIP Area
377
Density / Sq Mi
$62,857
Median Household Income
$41,464
Median Earnings
$846
Median Rent
$183,400
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Industrial in Midwest region

4.4% 2019
4.9% 2020
3.6% 2021
3.1% 2022
4.6% 2023
5% 2024
4.9% 2025

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What type of property is this?
Flex space - The adaptable layout accommodates retail, office, showroom, and service uses.
Where is this flex space located?
The property is located at 2840 University Avenue Waterloo, IA.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 9,392 square feet of flexible commercial space; C‑2 zoning; Built in 1960
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