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Why Jefferson? Low cost of living affordable housing whether a new home or remodeled home; apartment or condo; plans for future housing options. Terrific school system with new high school, remodeled middle school, elementary school with new addition, and career academy with educational strands available through Iowa Central Community College. High-speed internet with fiber to every business and home through family-owned Jefferson Telecom. Excellent health care with recent $20 M remodel of Greene County Medical Center, 2 local clinics, and several senior living options. Lovely downtown square - unique retail shops, public art, local restaurants, fun activities in a pedestrian-friendly atmosphere. Recreational opportunities Raccoon River Valley Bike Trail, recreation center, bowling, golfing, swimming, river and lake access within area. Big city shows in a small town History Boy Theatre named 2016 Tourism Attraction with live theater; Wild Rose Casino & Resort provides big stars in Jefferson; local Sierra Community Theatre with new release shows, 2 local dance studios Local companies are hiring American Athletic, Inc., Power Lift, Scranton Manufacturing, B & D Manufacturing, Bauer Built, Landus Cooperative, Midland Power Cooperative, Greene County Medical Center, Aureon, and Wild Rose Casino. New Pillar Technology location to open in summer of 2019 in downtown. Four seasons to enjoy Bell Tower Festival, Greene County Fair, Deal s Orchard Fall Weekends, camping at Spring Lake, fishing & canoeing in Raccoon River, sledding and ice skating in the winter experience them all! Download the free Jefferson, IA app with info on every business in Jefferson. Available at the Apple App Store and Google Play.
The Harness Shoppe 205 North Wilson Acquired by the City of Jefferson in 2015 Negotiable sale for traffic-generating business & upper story use. Possible Uses: Retail/Upper Story Housing/Office Space Sq. Ft. 1,133 on each floor Newly poured basement Design conceptual by Main Street Iowa Historic Information Built between 1894-1909 It housed music and auto supplies stores as of 1909 and a harness shop in 1915. This building was presumed to be an addition to 101 East State Additional Information Upper story development possibility. The upper floor has been gutted with utilities available for kitchen, restroom with open concept; exposed brick walls & new windows. Plans to add storefront windows & paint exterior before summer. Owner/contact Information Nick Sorensen City of Jefferson City Building Official 200 N Chestnut 515-386-3111 bicjeff@netins.net (original building marked with arrow)
The Press - 214 N. Wilson For Sale asking $39,000 Contact for other options. Possible Uses: Office Space/Retail/Upper Story Housing Sq. ft. 4,818 on main floor with partial second floor Historic Information Dating back to the early 1900 s this building was actually two buildings and were remodeled in the 60 s for offset printing. In the 1940 s the upstairs served as an agricultural service agency office. The buildings served as a newspaper publication and job printing site until late 2013. Additional Information Offices in front area and large storage in rear with overhead door 1964 Contact Information Al Rowedder, Jefferson Iowa Realty Cell - 515.370.3942 angrow@netins.net www.jeffersoniowarealty.com
City View on State 200 E. State Property acquired by City of Jefferson Negotiable sale for traffic-generating business & upper story use. Possible Uses: Retail/Upper Story Housing Sq. Ft. 2,992 on each level 2 separate storefronts Historic Information Location of the first bank in Jefferson owned and operated by the Head Brothers built circa 1876-1880. This building is a contributing building within the National Historic District. Design Conceptual by Main Street Iowa Additional Information 3 upper story apartments. Two-story brick storefront occupies a prominent northeast corner location within the district and two storefronts face south. A center entrance between two storefronts provide wide stairway access to upper level. New arched windows in upper floor and lower side to allow for spectacular views. Two separate storefront locations are possible in this location. Owner/contact Information City of Jefferson Nick Sorensen City Building Official 220 N Chestnut 515-386-3111 bicjeff@netins.net
The Apothecary (former Hy-Vee Drugstore) 100 N. Wilson For Sale: asking $175,000 Possible Uses: Retail/Upper Story Housing Could be 2 separate storefronts Sq. ft. 4,400 1 st floor retail basement storage Apartments are on the south side only. 2 nd floor: 2 apts. Historic Information As a major building in the district this particular building has always been a drugstore. In the late 60 s the building was expanded into the building to the north. Major remodeling was done to the front and entrance of the building at that time. Additional Information 2 upper story apartments with enclosed stairway. Three usable levels. Upper story apartments are currently occupied. Owner/contact Information Realtors for owner Design conceptual from Main Street Iowa Bill Wright bill.wright@cbre-hubbell.com Phone: 515-224-4900 Michael A Smith Michael.smith@chbre-hubbell.com Phone: 515-221-6675
Arcade 1,2,3 206 N Wilson Property Acquired by City of Jefferson Negotiable sale/lease for traffic-generating businesses. Possible Uses: Retail/Office Space Sq. Ft Total of 5,808 for the 3 store fronts or approx. 1,936 sq. ft. each Historic Information: This building contains three well-preserved historic storefronts, dating to 1900. A slip cover was removed in 2018 to reveal the 3 single story locations. Current status: The City acquired this building(s) after it was left by the owner in a deteriorated condition. Plans to continue the renovation with Main Street Iowa design. Owner/contact Information City of Jefferson Nick Sorensen City Building Official 220 N Chestnut 515-386-3111 bicjeff@netins.net Design conceptual from Main Street Iowa
Upper floor of 212 E. State Sierra Community Theatre For Lease (upper story only) Possible Uses: Office Space Sq. Ft. 5,203 Stairway access to upper story Main Room 2,449 sq. ft. with 16 ft. ceiling 2 nd Room 720 sq. ft. with 13 ceiling Kitchen, bathrooms & closets Recently tuck-pointed Historic Information Head Opera House built in 1884. This building has continuously operated as a theatre since it was constructed. Until recently, the Masons and Order of Eastern Star were located in the upper story. Additional Information Upper story is accessible by an elevator on the outside of the building. Stairway access from neighbor s property would need to be negotiated. Remodeled conference room available in the lower level of this building. Owner/contact Information Owned and operated by non-profit board of directors for the Sierra Community Theatre Tom Wind, Sierra Theatre Board President 515-386-3405 tomwind@netins.net
. 210 S Wilson- Jefferson Vet Clinic. For Sale: Listed at $84,000 Possible Uses: Retail/Office space Dog Groomer Sq. ft. 2,400 Contact: Jefferson Iowa Realty Amanda Bills 515-386-8185 Cell 515-250-0068 Amanda_iarealty@netins.net www.jeffersoniowarealty.com Building info: This well-built 1950 s building has plenty of square feet to accommodate. Concrete walls with laminate flooring and fluorescent lighting. Two half baths. Three exterior door entrances Three exam rooms with built in sinks. More than enough counter space, shelving, built-in cabinets and storage. Conveniently located close to downtown. Priced under assessed value.
Homestead Bldg. 121 E Lincoln Way For Sale asking $124,000 Lease options available Sq. ft. 5,808 with 1,320 sq. ft. mezzanine apartment; Possibilities: Retail/Restaurant/Upper Story Living Commercial kitchen Update restrooms Private meeting possibilities Corner location Historic Info: Built in 1894, the two storefronts was unified for J.C. Penney followed by a locally owned dress shop. Recently it was home to a coffee house and restaurant called Homestead. This property is a contributing building within the district. Contact info: Ora Stevens, owner orastevens@comcast.net 515-370-4429
101 N Chestnut Upper story office space For Lease - $300 plus shared utilities (water/electric) approximately $150 Possibilities 2 nd Story Office Space 12 x18 = 216 sq. ft. 13 x18 = 234 sq. ft. 13 x18 = 234 sq. ft. o Total = 684 sq. ft Common area (bathroom) 19 x18 = 342 sq. ft. Contact Info: Jamie Daubendiek jamie@jeffersontelecom.com 515-386-4141 Historic info: Built in 1914, it housed the Gem Moving Picture Company. The town s first gas station was in the back. 1927 brought Joen s Erikson Hardware; 1940 Gamble s Dept. Store, 1945 Joy Café; 1950 Peacock s Tavern and other taverns followed. Currently houses a chiropractic office in front 1 st floor & bicycle shop in back. Office space on 2 nd floor. Two-story brick corner building on historic Lincoln Highway. The design has classical revival components. This was the Main Street District s first rehabilitation tax credit project and is a contributing building within the district. It was the impetus for nominating the entire downtown as a historic district.
110 E State Single Office available For Lease: Office Space 12 x 15 office $300.00/month 1 month free rent Free utilities Built in shelving Waiting area Break room Historic info: This building was originally 2 separate buildings but has been combined into two when Durlam & Durlam Clothiers went in business. The space is now home to Jefferson Iowa Realty, Mid-Iowa Insurance and Brooker & Company Inc. Contact Info: Amanda Bills Jefferson Iowa Realty Amanda_iarealty@netins.net 515-386-8185
112 E Harrison For Sale - Negotiable Greene County Christian Action, Owner Possible uses: Retail/Office space Sq. ft. 2,275 Restroom Alley access Close to downtown Historic Info: Built in 1919, this property has been the home to retail (McCoy Paint) but most recently to the ecumenical resource center. They have outgrown this property and are moving to a new location. Plans are to be vacated in early summer. Contact info: Dianne Blackmer, ARC volunteer 515-386-2971 blackmer@netins.net
Lincoln Square- 3 rd floor 115 E Lincoln Way For Lease 3 rd floor Office Space Lincoln Building Associates Sq. ft. 2,190 Accessible by elevator Spacious, open & bright Contact Info: Bob Schwarzkopf, Lincoln Building Associates rschwarzkopf@wilcoxlaw.com 515-386-3158 Historic Info: The Head House Lincoln Hotel was built in 1895 and contained 2 bookend storefronts with use as an office and millinery. Other tenants have been Fudge s Flower (1930) Lincoln Square (1980), and a variety of shops in 2007. The upper stories were painted recently. Adjacent to beautiful Sally s Alley.
Ace Hardware Bldg.- 123 N Chestnut For Sale or Lease $129,000 Sky Blue Properties Sq. ft. 6 apartments for additional income Original wood floors Contact Info: Andy Harland Sky Blue Properties donsace@netins.net 515-681-6562 Historic Info: This building was built in 1931. Joen s Hardware, Dick & Jim s Hardware (1965) and Don s Ace Hardware (2007) and Ace Hardware in 2010. Ace will be relocating in Jefferson to allow for more inventory room. This building was involved in the 2017 Downtown Façade Rehabilitation project.