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    687 S Taft, Mason City, IA 50401

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    $1.00 SF/Yr $460/Mo (calc)

    COMMERCIAL - MASON CITY, IA

    Property size:
    5,530 SF
    Added:
    Apr 3, 2026
    Days on Market:
    58
    Last Refresh:
    May 30 at 11:06 pm

    Property Features for 687 S Taft

    General Information

    Property type
    Commercial Lease
    Property subtype
    Other
    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    5,530 SF

    Taxes and HOA fees

    Tax Year
    2024
    Tax Description
    N 278' L 2 BLK 2

    Utilities

    Cooling system
    Central Air

    Building Details

    Year built
    1979
    Floors in Building
    1
    Building materials
    Metal, Steel
    Roof type
    Rubber, Flat
    Architectural style
    Other

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    Listing Contact
    KATHY LOECKLE

    Listing agent KATHY LOECKLE

    Listing office EXIT REALTY MASON CITY 2401 S FEDERAL, Mason City, IA

    Listing date Apr 3, 2026

    MLS# 260198

    Copyright © 2026 Greater Mason City 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

    • 5,530 sq ft of finished space with customizable design options.
    • Excellent location in Mason City's Southwest area with convenient highway access.
    • Suitable for a variety of uses: general office, retail, specialty services, medical, technical, or government offices.
    • Includes lobby, offices, conference room, lunchroom, storage, 3 bathrooms, open work areas, and shipping/receiving area with loading dock.
    • High visibility, high traffic frontage, handicap accessible, and ample parking.
    • Competitive lease rate of $5,200 per month with CAM/NNN included and no pass‑through fees.

    Overview

    This 5,530 square foot commercial space is located in the Village Court Plaza, Suite 1, in Mason City, Iowa. The space features a lobby, offices, a conference and lunchroom area, storage, three bathrooms, open work areas, and a large shipping and receiving area. It also includes one loading dock and additional overhead doors. The property is suitable for general office, retail, specialty services, medical, technical, and government offices. The space offers high visibility and frontage with a high traffic count. It is handicap accessible and located on one floor with no steps. Ample parking is available. The facility and grounds are beautifully landscaped and well maintained. The location provides convenient access to all highways and the Avenue of the Saints. Build-out options are negotiable.
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    Current Use by Public Records

    Village Court Family ... Restaurant Child Health Specialty ... Medical Clinic Life Line Resources Crisis Center Marco Technologies Office Equipment Repair Service

    Suggested Use

    Restaurant Real Estate Agency Law Firm Building Supply Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Big Box & Wholesale Store Auto Repair Shop Hair Salon Nail Salon

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

    Location Insight

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    City
    Mason City
    County
    Cerro Gordo
    State
    Iowa
    Longitude
    -93.240098
    Latitude
    43.145598

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Office units - 5,530 SF commercial space in a popular location.
    Where is this office units located?
    The property is located at 687 S Taft Mason City, IA.
    What is the lease rate?
    The lease rate is $1.00 SF/Yr.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: 5,530 sq ft of finished space with customizable design options.; Excellent location in Mason City's Southwest area with convenient highway access.; Suitable for a variety of uses: general office, retail, specialty services, medical, technical, or government offices.
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    KATHY LOECKLE
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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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    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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    • 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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