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Historic Dubuque Hotel with Bar
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36 W 4th St, Dubuque, IA 52001

54-room hotel with established bar in downtown Dubuque, Iowa.

Property Size29,442 SF
Price / SF$42.46
Days on Market677

Property Features for 36 W 4th St

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 29,442 SF
Class C
Total Parking Spaces 30
Property subtype Hospitality, Multifamily
Zoning Commercial
Occupancy 55%
Investment Type Value Add
Net Operating Income $322,254

Building Details

Year Built 1927
Buildings 1
Stories 6
Units 54
Listing Agency: Mr. Landman
Listed By: Jon Fisher · License #OHBRKP.2025001469
Source: Crexi
Added: Oct 16, 2024 Changed: Aug 23 Last Checked: Aug 22 at 7:07AM

Displayed information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. All listing content including descriptions, pricing, images are the copyrighted material of Mr. Landman

Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

The Canfield Hotel, a six-story historic property, is located at 36th W 4th Street in Dubuque, Iowa. This 29,442 square foot hotel features classic brick architecture and contains 54 rooms. The room breakdown includes 6 standard rooms with 1 queen bed, 42 standard rooms with 1 double bed, 1 family room with 2 queen beds, and 5 family rooms with 2 double beds. The 4th and 5th floors have undergone recent upgrades, featuring new carpet, paint, furniture, and bedding. The hotel has a new central AC unit installed in 2023, a new water heater installed in 2023, electrical upgrades on the 4th and 5th floors completed in 2023, and a rubber roof maintained and updated in 2022. The hotel features two commercial-grade washers and dryers and utilizes a key-entry system for its guest rooms. There is also a dedicated parking lot across the street for overflow parking. The hotel has an onsite bar that can accommodate up to 100 guests, complies with all fire and safety regulations, and comes fully equipped with a karaoke system, lighting, and a transferable liquor license. The sale also includes approximately $22,000 in bar inventory. The hotel is fully staffed, with a hotel manager and bar manager already in place. The Canfield Hotel offers flexible revenue streams with a mix of nightly guests and extended stay tenants. Currently, 24-30 rooms are utilized for extended stay guests, with the remaining rooms available for nightly rentals. Nightly rates range from $70-80 per night, and extended stay rates range from $750-1200/month. The average daily rental rate is $45, with current occupancy at 55%. The property is located in Dubuque, Iowa, a regional tourist destination featuring the city's unique architecture, casinos and river location.

Key Highlights

  • Prime downtown Dubuque location in a growing tourist destination
  • Established on‑site bar with a strong local following and transferable liquor license
  • Significant recent mechanical upgrades, including a new central AC unit

Property Analytics

Current Use

Rainbow Lounge Bar & Pub

Suggested Use

Top Pick Big Box & Wholesale Store HVAC Service Electrical Service Auto Repair Shop Storage Facility Real Estate Agency

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

1,346
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 52001, IA

43,572
Population
20,102
Households
2.2
Avg Household Size
36
Median Age
30%
College-Educated
92%
High-School Grad
26.1 sq mi
ZIP Area
1,669
Density / Sq Mi
$60,882
Median Household Income
$35,571
Median Earnings
$916
Median Rent
$168,900
Median Home Value

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?
Hotel - 54-room hotel with established bar in downtown Dubuque, Iowa.
Where is this hotel located?
The property is located at 36 W 4th St Dubuque, IA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,250,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Prime downtown Dubuque location in a growing tourist destination; Established on‑site bar with a strong local following and transferable liquor license; Significant recent mechanical upgrades, including a new central AC unit
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