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Restaurant with Commercial Kitchen
For Lease
$22 SF/Yr

405 S Gilbert Street, Iowa City, IA 52240

Equipped hospitality space includes a bar, dining areas, and a stage.

Space SizeContact for details
Days on Market48

Property Features for 405 S Gilbert Street

General Information

Standard status Active
Property subtype Com Lease
Zoning Commercial
Lease Type NNN

Additional Details

Furnished Yes
Equipment Included Yes

Taxes and HOA fees

Annual Taxes $22,638

Amenities

stage
ConcreteSlabGrade,Vinyl,Wood
Irregular
Paved

Building Details

Year Built 1900
Listing Agency: ClearView Real Estate, LLC
Listed By: Angie Buck
Source: Pinnaclerealtyia
Added: Jul 14 Changed: Aug 29 Last Checked: Aug 29 at 1:58PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This 3,882-square-foot restaurant property includes a commercial kitchen, spacious bar, several dining and seating areas, and a stage suited to live entertainment. Interior finishes include concrete slab, vinyl, and wood, while the property was built in 1900. The existing configuration supports restaurant and bar operations with substantial infrastructure already in place.

Located at 405 S Gilbert Street in Iowa City, the property sits within downtown’s entertainment district and near the University of Iowa campus. The surrounding area includes restaurants, retail, and nightlife, with pedestrian activity from students, residents, visitors, and downtown professionals. Commercial zoning applies to the property.

Key Highlights

  • 3,882‑square‑foot restaurant property at 405 S Gilbert Street
  • Commercial kitchen and spacious bar already in place
  • Multiple dining and seating areas with a dedicated stage

Property Analytics

Current Use

Sanctuary Restaurant

Suggested Use

Top Pick (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Butcher Pet Store Electrical Service HVAC Service 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.

Lease Details

NNN (Triple Net)
Lease Type
$3.30 /SF/Yr
CAM

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

2,668
Businesses Nearby
101k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Under-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

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?
Conventional restaurant - Equipped hospitality space includes a bar, dining areas, and a stage.
Where is this conventional restaurant located?
The property is located at 405 S Gilbert Street Iowa City, IA.
What is the lease rate?
The lease rate is $22 SF/Yr.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 3,882‑square‑foot restaurant property at 405 S Gilbert Street; Commercial kitchen and spacious bar already in place; Multiple dining and seating areas with a dedicated stage
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