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    405 S Gilbert St, Iowa City, IA 52240

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    $1,500,000

    Commercial - IowaCity, IA

    Added:
    May 8, 2026
    Days on Market:
    2
    Last Refresh:
    May 9 at 12:06 am

    Property Features for 405 S Gilbert St

    General Information

    Property type
    Commercial Sale
    Property subtype
    Other
    Zoning
    RFC-SD
    Standard status
    Active
    APN
    1015131002

    Taxes and HOA fees

    Tax Annual Amount
    22638

    Utilities

    Heating system
    Forced Air, Natural Gas
    Cooling system
    Central Air

    Building Details

    Year built
    1900
    Flooring type
    Concrete, Vinyl, Wood
    Building materials
    Brick, Frame
    Roof type
    Metal
    Architectural style
    Other

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    Listing Contact
    Jeff Edberg
    Jeff Edberg

    Listing agent Jeff Edberg

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

    Listing date May 8, 2026

    MLS# 202603054 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.

    HighLights

    • 2 AM Liquor License: Accommodates the active and vibrant college scene.
    • Prime Downtown Location: High foot traffic area.
    • Existing Infrastructure: Hood, Ansul system, walk‑in coolers, and walk‑in freezer in place.
    • Upper Floor Offices: Dedicated space for management, employees, and storage.
    • Historic Building: Rich in history with a unique, dark, moody vibe.
    • Brick and Frame Construction with Metal Roof: Durable and classic building materials.

    Overview

    This commercial property offers an opportunity to revive the historic Sanctuary Pub or create a new vision in an iconic location. The property benefits from a 2am liquor license, suitable for the active college scene. The interior features a historically rich, dark, and moody atmosphere. While kitchen equipment has been removed, essential infrastructure remains, including the hood and Ansul system, walk-in coolers, and a walk-in freezer. The upper floor provides office space for management, employees, and storage. A walkway connects the back parking lot to the front of the building, complemented by substantial foot traffic in this downtown location. The property is also available for lease under a separate listing. The zoning is RFC-SD.
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    Current Use by Public Records

    Sanctuary Restaurant

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Law Firm Restaurant Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Gym & Fitness Center Daycare Center

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

    Location Insight

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    City
    Iowa City
    County
    Johnson
    State
    Iowa
    Longitude
    -91.530522
    Latitude
    41.656337

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Bar & Pub - Historic location with 2am liquor license in vibrant downtown.
    Where is this bar & pub located?
    The property is located at 405 S Gilbert St 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: 2 AM Liquor License: Accommodates the active and vibrant college scene.; Prime Downtown Location: High foot traffic area.; Existing Infrastructure: Hood, Ansul system, walk‑in coolers, and walk‑in freezer in place.
    (319) 331-6187
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    Listing Contact
    Jeff Edberg
    Jeff Edberg
    Real Estate License ID: IA B33730000
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    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

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    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

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    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

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    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

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    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
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    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
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