About This Home

This 0-bedroom, 0-bathroom commercial at 1217 & 1221 2nd Street in Perry, IA is listed for $879,900. on a 0.32 acres lot.

Key Features

  • 0.32 acre lot

Amenities

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Listing Description

Located in the heart of downtown Perry, this historic building fondly remembered as the locally owned Ben Franklin for many years offers a rare mixed-use opportunity with strong character and long-term investment appeal. The upper level features five thoughtfully renovated apartments with a variety of layouts, ranging from a 900 sq ft one-bedroom u

nit to a 3,000 sq ft four-bedroom, three-bath residence, along with three two-bedroom options around 1,800 sq ft.. The owners' suite features high-end kitchens with premium appliances and a one-of-a-kind butcher block, plus vaulted living spaces, exposed brick, oak woodwork, maple floors, custom blinds.

All residential units have private HVAC, water, and electric systems. The main floor offers over 10,000 sq ft of commercial space (currently occupied) featuring two bathrooms, a loft office, and ample storage in a clean, dry basement. Extensive building improvements include updated plumbing and electrical, newer efficient windows, major roof replac

ements and structural enhancements in 2023, recent tuck-pointing, a west-side deck, LED lighting upgrades, and nine dedicated tenant parking spaces, making this a truly turnkey downtown asset.

Monthly Cost Estimate

$4,706/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$636
Interest$3,813
Insurance$257

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

1217 & 1221 2nd Street

Perry, IA 50220

Property Details

Construction

Frame

Heating

Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Questions & Answers

This 0-bedroom, 0-bathroom commercial at 1217 & 1221 2nd Street is listed at $879,900. The estimated monthly payment is $4,706 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: 0.32 acre lot.

This property is listed by Amy Lucht.

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Amy Lucht

Agent at Century 21 Signature Real Estate

Listed by Century 21 Signature Real Estate · Broker phone: (515) 224-4002 · Broker website

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1217 & 1221 2nd Street, Perry, IA 50220

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