Hottle Real Estate Blog
Real estate insights, market updates, and property guides for Waterloo, Cedar Falls, and Northeast Iowa by Jared Hottle.
- Q4 2025 Cedar Valley Commercial Real Estate Market Report: 98 Transactions, $30.7 Million in Total Volume - The Cedar Valley closed Q4 2025 with 98 commercial real estate transactions totaling $30.7 million. Industrial properties dominated with 24 sales and
- Waverly Senior Housing Portfolio: 101-Unit HUD Section 8 Senior Investment in Waverly, Iowa - The Waverly Senior Housing Portfolio represents what every HUD property owner hopes to find: 101 elderly-designated units carrying 100% Project-Based
- Brewery for Sale in Iowa: Why the Real Opportunity Is the Real Estate | PIVO Brewery Case Study - PIVO Brewery in Calmar, Iowa is listed at $1.85M for 19,000 SF of purpose-built mixed-use space. At $97/sq ft, here's why smart investors are loo
- Best Books of 2025: 6 Reads That Changed How I Think - Discover the best books of 2025 — from productivity and personal finance to urban design and outdoor adventure. These 6 must-read books offer insights
- Waterloo Battery Building Development Agreement: Historic Preservation Drives Downtown Waterloo Iowa Revitalization - Project Overview: Waterloo Iowa Downtown Development Central Battery Building Redevelopment Project Name: Central Battery Building Historic Rehabilit
- Holiday Pop-Up Shop Lease Guide 2025: Agreements, Legal Terms & Compliance - Pop-Up Holiday Shop Lease Guide Essentials The holiday season presents a golden opportunity for both landlords and tenants to capitalize on the surge
- The Top 10 Ways Real Estate Investing Crushes Stock Market Investment in 2025 - In an era marked by unprecedented market volatility, soaring inflation, and economic uncertainty, investors are desperately seeking stable, wealth-bui
- Understanding Waterloo Iowa's Housing Demand and Development Capacity Trends through 2040 - The Waterloo housing market is at an important crossroads, influenced by changing demographics, economic factors, and evolving household structures. A
- Historic Black's Building in Waterloo Iowa Set for Hotel Transformation: A $57 Million Win for Downtown Development - Waterloo’s iconic Black's Building, a downtown landmark that has stood as a monument to the city’s commercial heritage for over a century, is poi
- Iowa Site Readiness and Industrial Sites: Site Selectors Guild Insights on Business Growth Opportunities in the Cedar Valley - Your comprehensive guide to economic development, workforce potential, and investment opportunities in the Waterloo–Cedar Falls region. The Cedar Vall
- Cedar Valley Commercial Real Estate Market Sees Strong Q3 Sales Activity Across All Sectors lead by Crossroads Mall Sale - WATERLOO & CEDAR FALLS, IOWA – Q3 2025 — The Cedar Valley commercial real estate market continued to show momentum in the third quarter, with rob
- The Crossroads Mall Redevelopment: A Comprehensive Property Guide to Waterloo's Historic Transformation - The Crossroads Mall in Waterloo, Iowa, stands at the threshold of a major transformation that will reshape one of the city's most prominent reta
- 🚨 Press Release: Q3 2025 Lease Rates in Waterloo & Cedar Falls, Iowa – Market Trends & Highlights - WATERLOO & CEDAR FALLS, IOWA – October 2025 – Lease Rates in Waterloo & Cedar Falls, Iowa and The Cedar Valley as a whole for the...
- Prime Restaurant Investment Opportunities: Three Strategic QSR Locations Across Iowa's Growing Markets and Restaurant Lease Rates in Iowa - A comprehensive analysis of standalone restaurant properties offering exceptional value in established Iowa communities Iowa's restaurant...
- Prime Automotive Real Estate Opportunities in Waterloo, Iowa: A Comprehensive Guide for Used Car Dealerships and Service Stations - Navigating Iowa's Automotive Real Estate Landscape with Expert Insight The Waterloo, Iowa commercial real estate market presents...
- Market Alert: 1111 Langley Road, Waterloo, IA - A Value-Add Opportunity Just Got Better - Price drop creates compelling entry point for savvy multifamily investors The multifamily investment landscape in Iowa continues to...
- Cedar Falls Student Housing Guide: Maximizing Investment in Iowa's Premier College Town - Your comprehensive guide to student housing opportunities in the University of Northern Iowa market The Cedar Falls Student Housing...
- Downtown Waterloo Office Space Guide: Where Professional Services Meet Modern Innovation - Your comprehensive guide to leasing office space in Waterloo's historic downtown business district. The Downtown Waterloo Advantage...
- 1621 W 1st St, Cedar Falls: Prime Strip Center Opportunity at Iowa's Busiest Available Intersection - Prime Strip Center Opportunity at Iowa's Busiest Available Intersection Sometimes a property just gets everything right. And that's...
- Iowa Irish Fest Economic Impact - Iowa Irish Fest Economic Impact
- RFP: Panther Town University of Northern Iowa - 🏗️ Destination District Development Opportunity University of Northern Iowa – Cedar Falls, IA Transformative Mixed-Use Campus...
- Ice Cream Shop for Sale Iowa - Spartan Freeze – 2203 Commerce Dr, Grundy Center, IA The purchase price for this turnkey retail opportunity is $349,900 , offering a rare...
- Historic Tax Credit Redevelopment Opportunity in Waterloo, IA - Historic Redevelopment Opportunity: 517–521 W 5th St, Waterloo, IA Historic Tax Credit Redevelopment Opportunity in Waterloo, IA Prime...
- Firework Sales in Iowa - 🎯 1. Why Firework Sales in Iowa Are Popular Here Seasonal demand : Iowa allows fireworks sales in temporary structures (tents/trailers)...
- Waterloo, IA - Industrial Flex Space For Sale - 📍 440 W. Parker Street, Waterloo, IA – Flex Space Investment Opportunity For Sale Overhead Doors 💰 Offering Price & Basic Details...
- Prime Retail Space for Lease at 112 E 4th St: Establish Your Business in Downtown Waterloo, IA - Open Space and Industrial Brick Retail Space for Lease in Waterloo, IA The cost of leasing retail space at 112 E 4th Street in downtown...
- 415 Walnut Church: Historic Rehab Project or Opportunity Zone in Waterloo IA - 🏛 Overview & Historic Context Property: 415 Walnut St, Waterloo, IA Iconic 1908 church building designed by Clinton P. Shockley Listed...
- From Coaching to Closings: My Journey Into Real Estate Investing (As Heard on BiggerPockets) - I recently had the opportunity to join Ashley Kehr and Tony Robinson on the BiggerPockets Real Estate Rookie Podcast to share my story...
- Cedar Valley Multifamily Market Update: Strong Start to 2025 - Multifamily sales in the Cedar Valley are off to a strong start this year, with an average sale price of $73,450 per unit —a notable...
- 2024 Finishes Strong in Waterloo/Cedar Falls Real Estate. Outlook is good for 2025. - The real estate market in Waterloo, Cedar Falls, and Waverly experienced notable trends in 2024, as detailed in Rally Appraisal's January...
- Real Estate Club: Insights & Strategies for Success - I am excited to talk to the University of Northern Iowa Real Estate Club tonight! Some of my insights in the real estate industry and...
- Waterloo, Iowa Real Estate: The Surprising Rise in Listings, Pendings, and Average Sale Prices! - As we step into another exciting year, the real estate landscape in Northeast Iowa is vibrant, especially in Waterloo. This year's market...