
Commercial Land for Sale in Cedar Falls, Iowa
2501 Melrose Dr, Cedar Falls, IA 50613
Rare 2.09-Acre Commercial Opportunity in Cedar Falls Rare opportunity to acquire over 2 acres of commercial real estate in a high-visibility Cedar Falls location. Formerly home to Earl May Nursery & Garden Center, this property offers a substantial existing commercial facility with approximately 10,000+ square feet of improvements, extensive concrete parking and site improvements, and excellent potential for an owner-user, investor, or future redevelopment. The main building features approximately 7,475 square feet of retail space with HVAC, exposed wet sprinkler system, and a finished mezzanine. Additional improvements include an approximately 900-square-foot warehouse with loading dock, an approximately 1,800-square-foot greenhouse, and a 1,152-square-foot attached canopy. The property also offers approximately 39,000 square feet of concrete paving, providing significant parking and outdoor use areas. The building is in good to dated condition and offers a functional layout that could be adapted for a variety of commercial uses. Most of the existing retail fixtures have been removed, allowing a new owner flexibility to reconfigure the space for their specific needs. With over 2 acres of land, substantial existing improvements, and a prominent Cedar Falls location, this property presents a unique opportunity for a business looking for a large owner-user facility or for an investor or developer looking for a well-positioned commercial site. Property highlights include: * 2.09-acre commercial site * Approximately 10,000+ SF of total improvements * 7,475 SF main retail building * 900 SF warehouse with loading dock * 1,800 SF greenhouse * 516 SF finished mezzanine * 1,152 SF attached canopy * Approximately 39,000 SF of concrete paving * HVAC in main building * Existing sprinkler system * Excellent owner-user or redevelopment opportunity * High-visibility Cedar Falls location A unique opportunity to acquire a large commercial property with substantial existing improvements in one of Northeast Iowa's strongest commercial markets.
Location
- Street address
- 2501 Melrose Dr
- County
- Black Hawk County
- Zip code
- 50613
- Elevation
- 901 feet
Property details
- Acreage
- 2.09 acres
- Zoning
- S-1
- MLS #
- WCFBOR 20264560
- Posted
Property taxes
- 2025
- $29,712
Parcels
- 891318355009
Legal description
HOLIDAY PLAZA ADDITION LOT 4 EXC S 200 FT AND EXC N 61 FT AND EXC W 140 FT OF N 263 FT OF S 463 FT AND EXC S 185 FT OF N 246 FT W 60 FT
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Commercial Sale
- Subtype
- Office
- Franchise
- Century 21 Real Estate
Structure
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Heating
- Forced Air, Hot Water
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Materials
- Brick
- Roof
- Membrane
Interior
- Flooring
- Concrete
Property utilities
| Category | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Water | Public | Available |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sept 21, 2026 | New listing | $1,395,000 | — | WCFBOR |





































