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Bar Building with Commercial Kitchen
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For Sale
$1,500,000

405 S Gilbert Street, Iowa City, IA 52240

Commercially equipped venue with multiple seating areas, a stage, and a 2am liquor license.

Property Size3,882 SF
Price / SF$386.40
Days on Market2

Property Features for 405 S Gilbert Street

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 3,882 SF
Property subtype Commercial
Zoning Commercial
Lease Type NNN

Taxes and HOA fees

Annual Taxes $27,908

Amenities

full commercial kitchen
multiple seating areas
large bar
stage for live music
ConcreteSlabGrade,Vinyl,Wood
Irregular
Paved

Building Details

Year Built 1900
Listing Agency: GLD Commercial Real Estate Advisors
Listed By: Ali Fortin
Source: Pinnaclerealtyia
Added: Sep 11 Last Checked: Sep 12 at 5:35AM

Displayed information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. All listing content including descriptions, pricing, images are the copyrighted material of GLD Commercial Real Estate Advisors

Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This 3882-square-foot bar and restaurant building includes a full commercial kitchen, several seating areas, a large bar, and a stage configured for live music. Interior finishes include concrete slab, vinyl, and wood, while the exterior includes paved areas and an irregular layout. Constructed in 1900, the property is zoned Commercial.

Located at 405 S Gilbert Street in downtown Iowa City, the property sits in the heart of the University of Iowa campus. The sale includes a 2am liquor license, supporting continued bar and restaurant use in an established campus-area setting.

Key Highlights

  • 3882‑square‑foot bar and restaurant building
  • Full commercial kitchen with multiple seating areas
  • Large bar and stage for live music

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Current Use

Sanctuary Restaurant

Suggested Use

Top Pick (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Butcher HVAC Service Pet Store Furniture & Home Goods Pet Store & Service

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

2,668
Businesses Nearby
101k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Well-served
Demand for This Use

Foot Traffic Nearby

Shops & Services 43% Dining 33% Hotels & Casinos 24%
Kum & Go Shops & Services
16,225 visits/mo 0.1 miles
Starbucks Dining
14,510 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Hilton Garden Inn Hotels & Casinos
11,525 visits/mo 0.2 miles
U.S. Bank Shops & Services
9,793 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Blick Art Materials Shops & Services
7,268 visits/mo 0.3 miles

Demographics for 52240, IA

34,224
Population
17,035
Households
2
Avg Household Size
29
Median Age
47%
College-Educated
94%
High-School Grad
142.1 sq mi
ZIP Area
241
Density / Sq Mi
$55,189
Median Household Income
$25,508
Median Earnings
$1,065
Median Rent
$241,100
Median Home Value
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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?
Bar & Pub - Commercially equipped venue with multiple seating areas, a stage, and a 2am liquor license.
Where is this bar & pub located?
The property is located at 405 S Gilbert Street Iowa City, IA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,500,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 3882‑square‑foot bar and restaurant building; Full commercial kitchen with multiple seating areas; Large bar and stage for live music
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