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Flat-Iron Retail Building
For Sale
$145,000

512 E Monroe Street, Iola, KS 66749

Commercial Sale, Iola, KS

Property Size5,500 SF
Lot Size0.52 Acres
Price / SF$26.36
Days on Market128

Property Features for 512 E Monroe Street

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Zoning comm
Parking features Parking Lot
Directions ?Exit: Take the exit for US-54 West (also known as Miller Road/East Street) toward Iola. ?Initial Turn: Turn West onto US-54/East Madison Avenue toward the center of town. ?Proceed: Travel West on Madison Avenue for approximately 1.2 miles. ?Turn North: Turn North (Right) onto North Jefferson Avenue. ?Turn East: Turn East (Right) onto East Monroe Street. ?Final Destination: Proceed 3 blocks to 512 East Monroe Street. The property is on the South (Right) side of the road.
Subdivision 490 - Allen County, KS
Standard status Active
APN 077-26-0-40-29-016.00-0
Lot size 0.52 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Description BOUGHTON'S SUBDIVISION OF IOLA, S26, T24, R18, PT LT 9, BOUGHTON'S SUB, BEG 142' E SW COR, E TO SE COR, NW TO PT N OF BEG, S TO POB & S2 ABAN RR R/W ADJ N SD
Tax Annual Amount 509
Legal Description BOUGHTON'S SUBDIVISION OF IOLA, S26, T24, R18, PT LT 9, BOUGHTON'S SUB, BEG 142' E SW COR, E TO SE COR, NW TO PT N OF BEG, S TO POB & S2 ABAN RR R/W ADJ N SD

Utilities

Utilities Water Available

Building Details

Year built 1920
Floors in Building 2
Listing Agency: Crown Realty
Listed By: Jennifer Chester · License #002287496
Added: Apr 15 Changed: Aug 19 Last Checked: Aug 20 at 6:06PM
MLS# 2614311

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This distinctive retail property occupies a brick building constructed in 1920, with approximately 5,500 square feet arranged across two levels. Its angled footprint gives the structure a recognizable architectural profile, while the new roof is a significant existing improvement. The property is zoned comm and includes water availability and a parking lot.

Located at 512 E Monroe Street in Iola, the building sits within a community positioned along US-169 and US-54. Lehigh Portland State Park is planned to open its visitor center and campgrounds in May 2026, with more than 14 miles of trails and a quarry lake identified as part of the project. The two-level layout provides separate areas for retail, gallery, studio, or other commercial concepts supported by the existing structure.

Key Highlights

  • Approximately 5,500 square feet across two levels
  • 1920 brick building with an angled flat‑iron footprint
  • New roof

Property Analytics

Current Use

Retail space

Suggested Use

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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

Yes
Highway access

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

404
Businesses Nearby
17k
Monthly Visits Nearby

Foot Traffic Nearby

Shops & Services 60% Dining 40%
Casey's General Store Shops & Services
7,303 visits/mo 0.2 miles
El Charro Dining
5,044 visits/mo 0.5 miles
Emprise Bank Shops & Services
2,758 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Daylight Donuts Dining
1,767 visits/mo 0.5 miles

Demographics for 66749, KS

7,512
Population
3,532
Households
2.1
Avg Household Size
40
Median Age
25%
College-Educated
94%
High-School Grad
109.1 sq mi
ZIP Area
69
Density / Sq Mi
$56,510
Median Household Income
$31,486
Median Earnings
$715
Median Rent
$101,000
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?
Retail space - Two-level brick commercial property with a new roof, parking lot, and water available.
Where is this retail space located?
The property is located at 512 E Monroe Street Iola, KS.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $145,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Approximately 5,500 square feet across two levels; 1920 brick building with an angled flat‑iron footprint; New roof
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