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    712 HWY 18 E, Clear Lake, IA 50428

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    For Sale
    Under Contract
    $468,000

    COMMERCIAL - Other - Clear Lake, IA

    Property size:
    3,879 SF
    Lot size:
    0.45 Acres
    Price / SF:
    $120/SF
    Added:
    Jan 16, 2025
    Days on Market:
    508
    Last Refresh:
    Jun 8 at 6:06 pm

    Property Features for 712 HWY 18 E

    General Information

    Property type
    Commercial Sale
    Property subtype
    Other
    Standard status
    Active Under Contract
    APN
    051247702000
    Lot size
    0.45 Acres

    Taxes and HOA fees

    Tax Year
    2024
    Tax Description
    Parcel 051247702000.
    Tax Annual Amount
    6414

    Utilities

    Heating system
    Forced Air
    Cooling system
    Central Air
    Water source
    Public

    Building Details

    Year built
    1951
    Number of units
    1
    Building materials
    Block, Metal Siding, Wood Siding
    Architectural style
    Other

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    Listing Contact
    Roger Flieth
    Roger Flieth

    Listing agent Roger Flieth License #B43478

    Listing office Century 21 Preferred 2800 4th SW Ste 3, Mason City, IA

    Listing date Jan 16, 2025

    MLS# 6324285

    Copyright © 2026 NoCoast MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

    HighLights

    • Prime highway location at the corner of Highway 18 East and N. 8th St. with high traffic
    • Large .445 acre lot size
    • Versatile CH‑1 zoning allows for many business opportunities
    • 3879 Sq. Ft. building with 2 Bay Service Shop and Sales/Office/Showroom space
    • Close proximity to downtown Clear Lake and the lake
    • Well‑connected location near Interstate 35 and Avenue of the Saints

    Overview

    The property is a 3,879-square-foot commercial building on a 0.45-acre lot, configured as a 2-bay service shop connected to approximately 124 feet of sales, office, and showroom space. The layout supports both hands-on service operations and front-facing customer use within the same structure. Off-street parking is available with a generously sized parking lot that serves the building’s mixed service and retail functions.

    Located at the corner of Highway 18 East and N. 8th St. in Clear Lake, the site is described as a high-traffic location in town. The property is positioned close to downtown Clear Lake and the lake, with access to nearby routes including Interstate 35 and Avenue of the Saints.

    Previously used as a recreational rental business, the space also lends itself to a range of other commercial concepts, including retail, office, and auto sales or service, subject to CH-1 (Commercial Highway Zone) requirements. For operators looking for highway-corridor visibility alongside functional service-bay infrastructure and customer-facing showroom space, this property offers a flexible foundation for compatible uses.
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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

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    City
    Clear Lake
    County
    Cerro Gordo
    State
    Iowa
    Longitude
    -93.3791799
    Latitude
    43.1439618

    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Auto shop - Corner Highway 18 property with a 2-bay service shop plus sales, office, and showroom space on a sizable lot.
    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 location at the corner of Highway 18 East and N. 8th St. with high traffic; Large .445 acre lot size; Versatile CH‑1 zoning allows for many business opportunities
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