- 49,080
- sqft
- 1922
- year built
- Status:
- PENDING - NO SHOW
- MLS #:
- 153765
- County:
- Dubuque
- Listed By:
- Nancy Kann - DBQ Property Group Inc.
- Agent Phone:
- (563) 580-7257
- Agent Email:
- nancyk@gronen.com
Sponsoring Broker: Kim Bakey, Iowa Realty
Premier Corporate Headquarters | Multi-Tenant Commercial | Rehabilitation and Developer Potential A rare opportunity to acquire a meticulously maintained, high-quality Class A former corporate headquarters building located in the heart of Downtown Dubuque, at the prominent corner of Central Avenue and 14th Street. This iconic three-story, approximately 49,000 square foot property offers exceptional flexibility for an owner/user or developer, with potential redevelopment options including multi-tenant office, commercial, historic preservation, mixed-use, multi-family conversion, condominiums, and more. Extensive zoning uses further enhance the property’s long-term value. The property development is supported by extensive zoning uses and possible city incentives. 1398 Central Avenue showcases a grand main-floor lobby, ornate architectural elements throughout, masonry and marble details, generous ceiling heights, three passenger elevators, and original bank vaults. Existing furnished office, conference rooms and open workstation areas are throughout. The second floor was extensively updated in 2018/2019. The building is move-in ready while also offering strong repositioning or redevelopment potential. The property is ideally situated within walking distance of Downtown Dubuque’s dining, retail, entertainment, and amenities, along a major thoroughfare with excellent visibility and access. Onsite parking plus additional adjacent parcels provide a unique opportunity for multiple tenants and users. Sale Structure Flexibility: The offering may include some or all of the associated parcels and parking, or select parcels may be sold separately. The total number of parcels, parking spaces, and ancillary improvements included in the sale will depend on the final deal structure. Pricing is subject to configuration and terms and will vary based on which parcels and parking areas are included.
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- Year Built
- 1922
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- Stories
- 3.0
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- Construction Materials
- Other, Block
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- Foundation
- Other
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- Flooring
- Other
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- Cooling
- Central Air
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- Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas, Other
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- Basement
- Full
-
- Utilities
- Natural Gas Available
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- Water
- Public
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- Area
- DUBUQUE AREA
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- County
- Dubuque
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- City
- Dubuque
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- Zip Code
- 52001
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Nearby Schools
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53out of 100
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63out of 100
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52out of 100
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54out of 100
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48out of 100
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41out of 100
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100out of 100
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67out of 100
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Price History
| Listed | $1 | |
| Source: East Central Iowa Association of REALTORS #153765 | ||
| 01/19/2026 | Off Market | — |
| Source: East Central Iowa Association of REALTORS #153765 | ||
| 03/08/2023 | Off Market | — |
| Source: East Central Iowa Association of REALTORS #148036 | ||
Source: MLS Data
Deed History
| 04/17/2020 | Foreclosure | $0 |
Source: Public records via Constellation Data Labs
Mortgage History
| 08/03/2011 | Purchase Money Mortgage | $120,000 |
Source: Public records via Constellation Data Labs
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Last Updated: November 11, 2026 at 08:15AM | Source: East Central Iowa Association of REALTORS | MLS#: 153765