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    712 HWY 18 E, Clear Lake, IA 50428

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    For Sale
    $468,000

    Commercial property in Clear Lake with high traffic location.

    Type:Commercial/Industrial
    Property size:
    3,879 SF
    Lot size:
    0.45 Acres
    Price / SF:
    $120/SF
    Added:
    Mar 12, 2026
    Days on Market:
    67
    Last Refresh:
    Apr 6 at 3:57 am

    Property Features for 712 HWY 18 E

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    3,879 SF
    Lot size
    0.45 Acres
    Property subtype
    Commercial/Industrial

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1951

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    Listing Contact
    Roger Flieth
    Roger Flieth

    Listing agent Roger Flieth License #***

    Listing office Century 21 Preferred

    Listing date Mar 12, 2026

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    HighLights

    • Prime Highway 18 location with high traffic volume.
    • Large .445 acre lot, suitable for rebuild or expansion.
    • Versatile CH‑1 zoning allows for various commercial uses.
    • 3879 Sq. Ft Building with service shop, sales, office, and showroom space.
    • Generous parking lot.
    • Close proximity to downtown Clear Lake, the lake, Interstate 35, and Avenue of the Saints.

    Overview

    Located in Clear Lake, this commercial property benefits from a high-traffic location at the corner of Highway 18 East and N. 8th St. The property includes a 3,879-square-foot building situated on a 0.445-acre lot. The building features a 2-bay service shop connected to a 124 x 24 feet sales, office, and showroom space. A generously sized parking lot is also included. The property was most recently used as a recreational rental business, offering canoes, kayaks, bikes, pontoons, and other recreational equipment. It is suitable for retail, office, or auto sales/service purposes. Given its location on the Highway 18 corridor, the lot presents an opportunity for a complete rebuild and new business venture. The property is close to downtown Clear Lake and the lake, with convenient access to Interstate 35 and Avenue of the Saints. It is zoned CH-1 (Commercial Highway Zone), which allows for flexibility in its use.
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    Current Use by Public Records

    Auto shops

    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

    • Lake Auto Service — 712 Buddy Holly Pl, Clear Lake, IA 50428

    Location Insight

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    City
    Clear Lake
    County
    Cerro Gordo
    State
    Iowa
    Longitude
    -93.3793
    Latitude
    43.144

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Auto shop - Commercial property in Clear Lake with high traffic location.
    Where is this auto shop located?
    The property is located at 712 HWY 18 E Clear Lake, IA.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $468,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Prime Highway 18 location with high traffic volume.; Large .445 acre lot, suitable for rebuild or expansion.; Versatile CH‑1 zoning allows for various commercial uses.
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    Real Estate License ID: ***
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    Realmo calculates the Capitalization Rate (Cap Rate) to help estimate a property's potential return on investment. The Cap Rate is a fundamental metric in commercial real estate that measures the relationship between a property's net operating income and its market value.

    How We Calculate Cap Rate

    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
    • AI-powered valuation estimates

    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.

    Disclaimer

    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

    Professional Guidance Recommended: Before making any investment or financial decisions, consult with licensed appraisers, commercial real estate brokers, and financial advisors who can evaluate your specific property and circumstances.
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    Comparable approach

    Comparable estimate is based on recent sales of similar nearby properties, adjusted for factors like size, condition, and location.

    Relative

    Relative property class coefficient uses factors that account for typical price differences between various asset types (e.g., retail vs. industrial) to provide a more accurate market-aligned estimate.

    Geo

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    Stat Estimate

    This method estimates value based on actual market adjusted recent (~5 years) sales of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • 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
    AI Estimate

    This method estimates value based on AI market estimation of comparable properties around by location and property type.

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

    Estimate considers the property’s potential value if used for a different purpose-based on zoning, demand, and market feasibility.

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