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Restaurant Building with Upper-Level Space
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For Sale
$145,000

705 Morton Avenue, Emerson, IA 51533

Commercial Sale, Emerson, IA

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Lot Size0.11 Acres
Days on Market4

Property Features for 705 Morton Avenue

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Parking features On Street
Basement Sump Pump
Appliances Microwave, Freezer
Directions Main St (Morton Ave) Emerson
Standard status Active
APN 1024000000000000
Lot size 0.11 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year 2024
Tax Description W 9.3' OF E1/2 & E 30.7' OF W1/2 OF LOTS 349 & 350
Tax Annual Amount 1292
Legal Description W 9.3' OF E1/2 & E 30.7' OF W1/2 OF LOTS 349 & 350

Utilities

Heating system Forced Air
Cooling system Central Air
Water source Public

Building Details

Year built 1900
Number of units 2
Building materials Block, Brick, Concrete
Roof type Metal
Listing Agency: Rubey Realty · Windermere Real Estate
Listed By: Audie Rainey · License #B61131000
Added: Sep 22 Last Checked: Sep 25 at 10:06AM
MLS# 6342978

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This restaurant property includes a main operating area of over 2700 SF with seating for 75 patrons. Kitchen equipment, tables, chairs, a microwave, and a freezer are included. The upper level adds almost 3600 SF of open space for future buildout or other property-specific uses.

Built in 1900, the building features block, brick, and concrete construction, a metal roof, forced-air heating, and central air conditioning. Public water serves the property, and on-street parking is available. The property is located at 705 Morton Avenue in Emerson, Iowa.

Key Highlights

  • Over 2700 SF restaurant area with seating for 75 patrons
  • Almost 3600 SF of open upper‑level space
  • Kitchen equipment, tables, chairs, microwave, and freezer included

Property Analytics

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Current Use

Old Road Cafe ... Restaurant

Suggested Use

Top Pick Parking Lot & Garage Auto Repair Shop Storage Facility Big Box & Wholesale Store Hair Salon Nail Salon

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

43
Businesses Nearby
Well-served
Demand for This Use

Demographics for 51533, IA

816
Population
396
Households
2.1
Avg Household Size
48
Median Age
17%
College-Educated
90%
High-School Grad
79.9 sq mi
ZIP Area
10
Density / Sq Mi
$62,727
Median Household Income
$35,404
Median Earnings
$1,005
Median Rent
$133,500
Median Home Value
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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 - Existing restaurant improvements include dining, kitchen, and additional upper-level space.
Where is this conventional restaurant located?
The property is located at 705 Morton Avenue Emerson, IA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $145,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Over 2700 SF restaurant area with seating for 75 patrons; Almost 3600 SF of open upper‑level space; Kitchen equipment, tables, chairs, microwave, and freezer included
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