1640 1st Street West, Independence

$225,000

0 Beds
0 Baths
2,820 Sqft
.72 Acres
0 Garages

Property Description

Welcome to the ultimate investment opportunity! This building boasts 2820 square feet of prime commercial real estate just 1.5 miles from Highway 20. Most recently housed a restaurant, the property is zoned C-2, allowing for a wide range of commercial uses. The building itself features a spacious and inviting interior, with ample space to accommodate any business venture. Its location on the highly traveled 1st Street West ensures excellent visibility and easy access, making it a prime destination for customers. Additionally, this property features two large concrete parking lots, each measuring 12,200 square feet, providing ample parking for customers and employees. Neighboring businesses include Subway, Advance Auto Parts, Dollar General, Pizza Ranch, and Super 8 Motel. It is also situated in close proximity to the Independence Community Schools campus, making it an excellent location for any business catering to families, students and the broader community. With its prime location and impressive features, this building offers a rare opportunity to own a highly desirable piece of commercial real estate.

Essential Information
MLS® #20261137
Price$225,000
Square Footage2,820
Acres0.72
Year Built1976
TypeCommercial Sale
Sub-TypeRetail
StatusActive
Community Information
Address1640 1st Street West
CityIndependence
CountyBuchanan
StateIA
Zip Code50644
Utilities

Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Water Available, Sewer Available, Phone Available, Fiber Optics

Interior
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
Exterior
ExteriorBrick
RoofComposition Shingle
Additional Information
Date ListedMarch 23rd, 2026
Days on Market5
ZoningC-2
Listing Details
AgentCurt Martin
OfficeRE/MAX Independence Realty
Contact InfoCELL: 563-920-8212
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