The Deal Flow

The Deal Flow

The Deal Flow puts narrative to the numbers on active commercial real estate deals available today — no hypotheticals. Hosted by Spencer Schelp, each episode features brokers, owners, or investors behind real listings to uncover: Property — value, debt, income, and untapped potentialOwner — motivation, what’s next for them, and how they can help a buyer closeSolution — seller finance, exchange, JV, or creative structureWe cover every asset type and size, providing insights that help buyers craft offers that close. Find current episodes and listings at TheDealFlow.us, follow @TheDealFlow_US on X, and subscribe on Substack for full summaries and broker insights.

Episodes

  1. Ep. 2 — Cedar Rapids, IA · 56-Unit Multi · FLA Trade Potential (w/ Josh Kirby, Stanbrough Realty)

    31/10/2025

    Ep. 2 — Cedar Rapids, IA · 56-Unit Multi · FLA Trade Potential (w/ Josh Kirby, Stanbrough Realty)

    Host Spencer Schelp welcomes back Josh Kirby of Stanbrough Realty to discuss a 56-unit multifamily portfolio in Cedar Rapids, Iowa — located less than two miles from downtown and across the Cedar River in a strong workforce housing corridor. Built between 1983 and 1991, the asset includes seven 8-plex buildings totaling 56 units — 40 two-bedroom (~900 SF) and 16 one-bedroom apartments. The owner, a local operator with about 1,000 units in the area, owns the property free and clear and is asking $3.65 million. He’s open to creative deal structures or trades for Florida residential assets as part of his relocation.Occupancy is just over 90 %, with below-market rents and opportunity to increase income through light renovations and a RUBS (utility bill-back) program. Boiler systems supply heat and water, currently paid by ownership. Cedar Rapids remains one of the Midwest’s most affordable and stable multifamily markets — recently ranked #2 Most Affordable City in the U.S. (CNBC) — and is seeing major new investments including: $500 million Google data center expansion$275 million casino and entertainment developmentTogether, these projects are expected to drive strong job growth and housing demand across the region. Deal Snapshot💰 Ask: $3.65M · Free & Clear📊 Occupancy: ~90 %📈 Rent Upside: +$100–125 / unit🔧 Boiler Systems: Owner pays heat & water🤝 Structure: Creative financing / Florida home trade considered Guest: Josh Kirby — Stanbrough Realty✉️ josh.kirby@stanbroughrealty.com · 515-402-7941 Listen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/episode/6Jmo2bDIaON2rzTyosUZLQ Explore more at: TheDealFlow.usFollow @thedealflow_us for new episodes and market updates.

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The Deal Flow puts narrative to the numbers on active commercial real estate deals available today — no hypotheticals. Hosted by Spencer Schelp, each episode features brokers, owners, or investors behind real listings to uncover: Property — value, debt, income, and untapped potentialOwner — motivation, what’s next for them, and how they can help a buyer closeSolution — seller finance, exchange, JV, or creative structureWe cover every asset type and size, providing insights that help buyers craft offers that close. Find current episodes and listings at TheDealFlow.us, follow @TheDealFlow_US on X, and subscribe on Substack for full summaries and broker insights.