Commercial Land Development Site

321 Kirkwood Ave Iowa City, IA 52240

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For Sale
$1,800,000

COMMERCIAL - IowaCity, IA

Property size:
14,000 SF
Lot size:
0.58 Acres
Price / SF:
$128/SF
Added:
Jan 13, 2026
Days on Market:
179
Last Refresh:
Jul 11 at 8:06 am

Property Features for 321 Kirkwood Ave

General Information

Property type
Commercial Sale
Property subtype
Other
Zoning
CC2 & CI1-RFC
Standard status
Active
APN
1015301001, 1015301002, 101530
Lot size
0.58 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year
2024
Tax Annual Amount
20898

Listing agent Jeff Edberg License #IA B33730000

Listing office Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS 2346 MORMON TREK BLVD SUITE #2000, Iowa City, IA

Listing date Jan 13, 2026

MLS# 202600373 Listing URL

Copyright © 2026 Iowa City Area Association of REALTORS®. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.


Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This offering includes a 0.58-acre commercial development site with existing, highly usable improvements totaling approximately 14,000 SF. The improvements are currently occupied under short-term leases, providing near-term income while allowing for long-term flexibility. The property is also positioned for redevelopment within the Riverfront Crossing (RFC) District, where the form-based zoning overlay supports ground-floor commercial uses with apartments or condominiums above, up to 6–7 stories.

The site is located at 321 Kirkwood Ave in Iowa City, Iowa, and is described as being near shopping and dining, with downtown Iowa City and the University of Iowa’s main campus a short distance away. An existing public alley bisects the property, which may provide additional vehicular access, or potentially be abandoned, subject to City Planning Department and City Council approval. Zoning is listed as CC2 & CI1-RFC.

For tenants and developers, the combination of income-producing improvements and RFC redevelopment parameters can support a range of strategies, from continued short-term leasing to conversion or new construction aligned with ground-floor retail and residential above. The property also presents an assemblage opportunity with the adjacent parcel at 1030 Gilbert Street to create a larger development footprint, subject to buyer due diligence and planning approvals.

Key Highlights

  • Prime location in the Riverfront Crossing District, steps from shopping, dining, downtown Iowa City, and the University of Iowa.
  • Development opportunity on a .58‑acre building lot with form‑based zoning allowing for mid‑rise mixed‑use development (up to 6‑7 stories).
  • Existing 14,000 SF of usable improvements with short‑term leases, providing near‑term income.

Property Analytics

Property Profile Location Intelligence

Current Use by Public Records

Body Maintenance Waxing ... Hair Salon

Suggested Use

(Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store HVAC Service (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Butcher Nursing Home (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Furniture & Home Goods Clothing & Fashion Store Skin Care Clinic Clothing & Fashion Store

Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

FAQs

What type of property is this?
Commercial land - Riverfront Crossing District site with existing improvements and redevelopment flexibility for ground-floor retail and upper housing.
Where is this commercial land located?
The property is located at 321 Kirkwood Ave Iowa City, IA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,800,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Prime location in the Riverfront Crossing District, steps from shopping, dining, downtown Iowa City, and the University of Iowa.; Development opportunity on a .58‑acre building lot with form‑based zoning allowing for mid‑rise mixed‑use development (up to 6‑7 stories).; Existing 14,000 SF of usable improvements with short‑term leases, providing near‑term income.
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