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29011863
29011864

405 State St, Garner, IA 50438

JH
IA S68688000
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices One Realty Centre Waterloo
Listed by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices One Realty Centre Waterloo
$149,900
163 days on market
Updated 30 days ago

Downtown Garner Restaurant Space

Details
Property Type Retail
Sub Type QSR/Fast Food, Restaurant (+1)
Square Footage 5,680
Net Rentable (SqFt) 5,680
Units 1
Price per SqFt $26
Broker Co-Op Yes
Class B
Year Built 1919
Year Renovated 2002
Buildings 1
Stories 1
Lot Size (SqFt) 8,222
Investment Type Value Add
Occupancy Date 12/22/2025

Former Pizza Place Downtown Garner

Marketing description

Prime Commercial Restaurant Opportunity in Downtown Garner, Iowa

Welcome to an exceptional turn-key restaurant opportunity in downtown Garner, Iowa—a thriving town of 3,000+ residents with strong community ties and impressive economic fundamentals. This former Pizza Ranch location offers over 4,500 square feet of versatile space featuring a complete commercial kitchen, spacious dining area, multiple private party rooms, and storefront office space. The flexible layout is perfect for a full restaurant operation, a split rental/operation model, or pure investment purposes.

Location is everything, and this property delivers with over 4,500 vehicles passing daily plus excellent foot traffic in the downtown core. Situated near State Highway 18, you'll benefit from consistent traffic flow and strategic positioning just 11 miles from Forest City, 22 miles from Mason City, and 12 miles from Clear Lake—placing you along Iowa's popular tourism routes.

Garner's strong economics make this ideal for restaurant success. With average household incomes exceeding $86,000, a stable employment base, and proximity to Clear Lake's year-round tourism, the customer base is ready to support quality dining. The tight-knit community actively champions local businesses through Chamber initiatives and shop local campaigns, while local banks including Reliance State Bank and Clear Lake Bank & Trust provide strong support for economic development.

Whether you're an experienced restaurateur looking to expand, an entrepreneur ready to launch your concept, or an investor seeking cash-flowing commercial real estate, this turn-key space delivers immediate opportunity in a community primed for success. Contact us today to schedule your private tour and discover why downtown Garner is where community, commerce, and opportunity come together.

Investment highlights

Prime Commercial Restaurant Opportunity in Downtown Garner, Iowa

Turn-Key Restaurant Space in the Heart of a Thriving Community

Welcome to an exceptional commercial opportunity in downtown Garner, Iowa—a vibrant town of 3,000+ residents with strong community ties and impressive economic fundamentals. This former Pizza Ranch location offers over 4,500 square feet of versatile space, ready for your vision.

Property Highlights

Fully Equipped & Ready to Operate

  • Complete commercial kitchen setup—walk in and start cooking

  • Spacious dining area designed for high-volume service

  • Multiple private party rooms for events and gatherings

  • Storefront office space for administrative needs

  • Flexible layout perfect for single use or split rental/operation model

Unbeatable Location & Traffic

  • 4,500+ vehicles per day passing your front door

  • High pedestrian foot traffic in downtown core

  • Situated on State Highway 18 with direct regional access

  • County seat location brings consistent government and legal business traffic

Why Garner Works for Your Business

Strong Economic Foundation

  • Average household income exceeds $86,000

  • Strategic location: 11 miles to Forest City, 18 miles to Mason City, 24 miles to Clear Lake

  • Gateway to Iowa tourism routes

  • Active Chamber of Commerce representing 50+ business categories

  • Local banks committed to supporting economic development (Reliance State Bank, Clear Lake Bank & Trust)

Community Support & Growth

  • Tight-knit community that supports local businesses

  • Small Business Saturday promotions and "shop local" campaigns

  • Minutes from Clear Lake's year-round tourism and recreation

  • Growing population base with stable employment

Investment Flexibility

This property offers multiple paths to profitability:

  • Full Restaurant Operation - Capitalize on existing infrastructure

  • Dual Income Model - Operate your business in half, lease the remainder

  • Pure Investment Play - Lease entire space to qualified tenant(s)

Whether you're an experienced restaurateur looking to expand, an entrepreneur ready to launch your dream concept, or an investor seeking cash-flowing commercial real estate, this turnkey space delivers immediate opportunity in a community primed for success.

Contact us today to schedule your private tour and explore the possibilities.

Listing Contacts

JH
IA S68688000
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices One Realty Centre Waterloo
Listed by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices One Realty Centre Waterloo

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Name
Jared Hottle
License
S68688000
Brokerage Phone
3192885382
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