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    500 Jefferson St, Burlington, IA 52601

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    For Sale
    $799,000

    Restored 15,959 SF building with restaurant/brewery potential.

    Type:Commercial/Industrial
    Property size:
    15,959 SF
    Lot size:
    0.21 Acres
    Price / SF:
    $50/SF
    Added:
    Mar 12, 2026
    Days on Market:
    66
    Last Refresh:
    Apr 6 at 1:27 am

    Property Features for 500 Jefferson St

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    15,959 SF
    Lot size
    0.21 Acres
    Property subtype
    Commercial/Industrial

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1880

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    Listing Contact
    Wendy Fountain
    Wendy Fountain

    Listing agent Wendy Fountain

    Listing office Sellers & Seekers Real Estate

    Listing date Mar 12, 2026

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    HighLights

    • Sprawling 15,959 square foot building in downtown Burlington.
    • Fully renovated with $1.3M in improvements.
    • Ideal first‑floor setup for a restaurant or brewery, including equipment.
    • Historic building built in 1880 with restored charm and architecture.
    • Second level with an open floor plan suitable for multiple purposes.
    • Corner lot location with ample parking.

    Overview

    This historical building, constructed in 1880, offers 15,959 square feet of space in Burlington's downtown district on the main corridor. The property has been renovated with $1.3 million in improvements. The first floor is designed for a restaurant or brewery, featuring a mezzanine, outdoor patio, display case, and included equipment. The second level provides an open floor plan suitable for multiple purposes. Situated on a corner lot, the property includes ample parking. The building's architecture and charm have been restored.
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    Current Use by Public Records

    V.O's Restaurant

    Suggested Use

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

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

    Similar Places Nearby

    • Cobblestone Alley Catering — 604 Jefferson St, Burlington, IA 52601

    Location Insight

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    City
    Burlington
    County
    Des Moines
    State
    Iowa
    Longitude
    -91.1052
    Latitude
    40.8106

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Restaurant - Restored 15,959 SF building with restaurant/brewery potential.
    Where is this restaurant located?
    The property is located at 500 Jefferson St Burlington, IA.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $799,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Sprawling 15,959 square foot building in downtown Burlington.; Fully renovated with $1.3M in improvements.; **Ideal first‑floor setup for a restaurant or brewery, including equipment.**
    (319) 339-8400
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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

    Property Value is derived from:

    • Recent sale price (if available)
    • Statistical models using comparable sales
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    Example Calculation

    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

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    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

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

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    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

    • Cap Rate calculations depend on market data that may change over time
    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

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    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/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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