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    522 LAKE AVE, Storm Lake, IA 50588

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    $169,000

    COMMERCIAL - Storm Lake, IA

    Lot size:
    0.06 Acres
    Added:
    Apr 23, 2026
    Days on Market:
    50
    Last Refresh:
    Jun 11 at 8:06 pm

    Property Features for 522 LAKE AVE

    General Information

    Property type
    Commercial Sale
    Property subtype
    Other
    Zoning
    Commercial
    Standard status
    Active
    APN
    19021-14-03-179-006
    Lot size
    0.06 Acres

    Taxes and HOA fees

    Tax Year
    2024
    Tax Description
    as stated in the abstract
    Tax Annual Amount
    1822

    Building Details

    Year built
    1900

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    Listing Contact
    Bob Bauer

    Listing agent Bob Bauer License #S61309

    Listing office Compass Real Estate of NW IA 222 W Milwaukee Ave, Storm Lake, IA

    Listing date Apr 23, 2026

    MLS# 832701

    Copyright © 2026 Northwest Iowa Regional Board 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

    • Commercial building built in 1900 with classic early‑1900s architecture and inscribed stone reading “Louis Henne 1900.”
    • Former Peach Blossom building and current home of Debra's Dance Studio, with the studio remaining as a tenant.
    • First‑floor space features large windows, a painted brick fireplace, and a mainly open layout.
    • First‑floor includes fitting rooms ready for a clothing/retail setup.
    • Upstairs unit has a separate entrance plus a small waiting room at the top of the landing.
    • Full basement provides additional usable space for the building.

    Overview

    This historic commercial building features early 1900s architecture with warm brick and inscribed stone reading “Louis Henne 1900,” complemented by modern commercial detailing. The first-floor space includes large windows, a painted brick fireplace, and a primarily open layout with fitting rooms already in place for a retail use. The upstairs portion has its own separate entrance, leading to a small waiting room and additional interior space that includes a reception area, a bathroom, and two additional fitting rooms, along with two large studio areas. A full basement provides added storage or workspace potential.

    The property is located in downtown Storm Lake at 522 Lake Ave. The building’s design includes street-level presence through the first-floor windows, with access to the upper unit handled independently via the separate entrance.

    For buyers or operators seeking a multi-level commercial property, this building offers flexible interior arrangements that can support a retail, service, or studio concept, with fitting rooms already built out on the main and upper floors. Debra’s Dance Studio will remain as a tenant, providing continuity of occupancy for the next owner.
    Property Profile Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Office Units

    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.

    Location Insight

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    City
    Storm Lake
    County
    Buena Vista
    State
    Iowa
    Longitude
    -95.1635
    Latitude
    42.674

    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Office units - Historic brick building with street-facing first floor and a separate-entry upstairs unit, currently leased to a dance studio.
    Where is this office units located?
    The property is located at 522 LAKE AVE Storm Lake, IA.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $169,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Commercial building built in 1900 with classic early‑1900s architecture and inscribed stone reading “Louis Henne 1900.”; Former Peach Blossom building and current home of Debra's Dance Studio, with the studio remaining as a tenant.; First‑floor space features large windows, a painted brick fireplace, and a mainly open layout.
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