Moove In Self Storage – Waterfront in Iowa City, Iowa

Property Location

1423 Waterfront Drive
Iowa City, IA 52240

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investment highlights

  • PRIME LOCATION // Situated in south Iowa City with convenient access to Highway 6 and Interstate 80, the property benefits from strong connectivity across the regional metro. Nearby S. Gilbert Street sees approximately 11,400 vehicles per day, providing consistent visibility and accessibility.
  • STRONG DEMOGRAPHICS // The three-mile trade area includes approximately 73,000 residents with average household incomes of $83,000, supporting steady demand for storage. Iowa City’s population is further bolstered by the University of Iowa, driving long-term stability and a highly educated renter base.
  • MODERN AMENITIES // The facility offers a full suite of features including elevator access, gated entry, security cameras with 24-hour video surveillance, perimeter fencing, and concrete driveways. On-site management and a well-lit layout enhance both security and customer experience.
  • MULTIPLE REVENUE STREAMS // In addition to traditional storage units, the property accommodates vehicle, RV, and outdoor parking. This diversification enhances income potential while appealing to a wider customer base of both residential and commercial users.

property summary

Moove In Self Storage – Waterfront, located in Iowa City, IA, is a 1.59-acre self-storage facility originally constructed in 1996 and converted to storage use in phases between 2020 and 2022. The two-story property includes approximately 382 units totaling 27,704 net rentable square feet and offers a mix of climate-controlled units with interior and drive-up access for convenient customer use.

Moove In Self Storage – Waterfront offers a full suite of modern storage features, including elevator access, gated entry with security cameras and 24-hour video surveillance, perimeter fencing, concrete driveways, and on-site management. The property is well-lit and supports vehicle, RV, and outdoor parking storage, creating multiple revenue streams while providing tenants with a clean, secure, and easily accessible storage environment.

The facility is strategically located in south Iowa City within a well-established commercial corridor offering convenient access to Highway 6 and Interstate 80, providing strong regional connectivity throughout the Iowa City–Coralville metro and benefiting from approximately 11,400 vehicles per day along nearby S. Gilbert Street. The property is surrounded by a mix of residential neighborhoods, light industrial uses, and retail such as Hy-Vee Grocery Store and Goodwill, supporting consistent demand from both households and businesses. The three-mile trade area has approximately 73,000 residents and average household incomes of roughly $83,000. Iowa City serves as Johnson County’s economic and cultural hub, anchored by the University of Iowa, which supports a stable, highly educated population and drives consistent economic activity across healthcare, education, and professional services within a growing metro of approximately 179,000 residents.

Broker Information

Jon Ruzicka

Broker of Record

Phone: 952.852.9700
Email: jon.ruzicka2@marcusmillichap.com
License: B63379000

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