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    128 Elm St, Cresco, IA 52136-1520

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    • Turn key restaurants
    • 2,518 SF
    • 0.06 lot acres
    Off-Market
    Property ID
    US25-1965107
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    • Fat T’s Cafe / Restaurant

    Property Details for 128 Elm St

    Year built
    1878
    Lot size
    0.06 lot acres
    Property type
    Turn key restaurants
    APN
    321020403010000
    APU
    321020403010000

    Description

    This exceptional turnkey business opportunity in Cresco, IA, presents a rare chance to own a thriving bar and grill with significant upside potential. Located in the heart of Cresco's business district, this property boasts a combined 4,590 square feet across two interconnected buildings. One building is configured as a cafГ©, while the other features a bar, both offering a full menu including popular panini sandwiches, pizza, and a salad bar. The establishment is well-known for its food and drink offerings and benefits from a fenced outdoor patio perfect for seating, entertainment, and live music. Included in the sale is a fully operational food truck, providing the opportunity to expand the business to catering and events outside of the main location. Adding to the investment value, the property also includes two apartments, accessible via an interior stairway and a rear deck. The southern apartment has undergone a complete remodel. All commercial equipment is included in the sale, ensuring a seamless transition for the new owner. The 0.11-acre lot provides ample space for the existing operations and potential future expansion. This is a truly unique opportunity to acquire an established, profitable business with significant existing infrastructure and immediate income potential from the rental apartments. The property is ready for a new owner to step in and continue its success.

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    City
    Cresco
    County
    Howard
    State
    Iowa
    Longitude
    -92.1168
    Latitude
    43.3733

    Property Tax & Assessments

    Tax date
    Tax Amount
    Assessed Land Value
    Assessed Improvement Value
    Total Assessed Value
    Applied Tax Rate
    Land Market Value
    Improvement Market Value
    Total Market Value
    2022
    $1,834
    $4,437
    $70,235
    $74,672
    -
    $4,437
    $70,235
    $74,672

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    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

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    Cap approach

    Capitalization Method calculates value based on estimated net operating income (NOI) and applying a market-based capitalization rate (cap rate), we estimate what a typical investor might be willing to pay for it.

    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

    Comparable Sales Method, enhanced by Geo coefficients — location-based adjustment factors that reflect differences in price levels across neighborhoods, cities, or regions ensuring a more accurate, market-sensitive valuation.

    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
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