Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Commercial Real Estate Partner in the Quad Cities
Hawkeye Commercial Real Estate has served the Quad Cities, Iowa City, and Coralville areas for over 55 years. Our locally owned business prioritizes lasting relationships over transactions, offering brokerage, property management, and consulting services. With deep roots in eastern Iowa and western Illinois, we focus on integrity, respect, and results while delivering exceptional customer service. Our team of professionals invests time, resources, and expertise to maximize returns for clients' real estate investments. We approach every project as a partnership, listening closely to client needs and providing tailored solutions.Our collaborative approach extends to communities where we work, ensuring long-term value creation. Established in 1962, we've built a reputation for ethical practices and responsive service. Our property management division maintains commercial assets and residential units across multiple locations. Client testimonials highlight our responsiveness, ethical standards, and commitment to community development. We combine local market knowledge with industry-leading expertise to serve commercial real estate needs comprehensively.
Services
Brokerage
Property Management
Investment Sales
Leasing Services
Real Estate Consulting
Details
- Year established: 1962
Highlights and features
- We offer over 55 years of commercial real estate experience in the Quad Cities region
- Our team provides full-service brokerage and property management capabilities
- We prioritize ethical practices and long-term client relationships over transactional deals
- Local market expertise covering Iowa City, Coralville, and western Illinois areas
- Proven track record of responsive service and community-focused real estate solutions
What people say
Beyond ethical
True local business
Follow-up excellence
Community commitment
Values-based approach
Services
Commercial Brokerage
Our brokerage services connect buyers, sellers, landlords, and tenants with commercial properties across Iowa and Illinois. We represent clients in office, retail, industrial, and land transactions while maintaining a partnership-focused approach. Our team leverages deep local market knowledge to identify opportunities that match specific investment goals.
Property Management
We offer comprehensive property management for commercial assets and residential apartment complexes. Services include rent collection, financial reporting, maintenance coordination, and tenant relations. Our proactive approach maximizes asset value while maintaining tenant satisfaction across managed properties in multiple locations.
Investment Sales
Our investment sales team specializes in commercial property acquisitions and dispositions. We help clients build and optimize real estate portfolios through strategic transactions. With market insights and negotiation expertise, we ensure competitive pricing and favorable terms for investment property deals.
Leasing Services
We represent both landlords and tenants in commercial leasing arrangements. Our services cover office, retail, industrial, and land leases. We negotiate favorable terms while ensuring proper property valuation and market positioning for landlords and cost-effective solutions for tenants.
Real Estate Consulting
Our consulting services provide strategic guidance for commercial real estate decisions. We offer market analysis, investment feasibility studies, and portfolio optimization strategies. Clients benefit from data-driven insights and tailored recommendations based on decades of regional experience.
People
David Gellerman
Chief Executive Officer
David leads Hawkeye Commercial Real Estate with over 30 years of industry experience. He specializes in commercial brokerage and strategic real estate investments while maintaining the company's founding principles of integrity and client-focused service.
Jim Tansey
President
With 30+ years serving the Quad Cities market, Jim focuses on building long-term client relationships. His expertise in commercial property transactions and market analysis helps clients achieve their investment objectives through tailored solutions.
Chris Wilkins
Vice President / Senior Broker
Chris brings extensive commercial real estate experience to his role as Senior Broker. He specializes in office and industrial property sales while maintaining a strong focus on client satisfaction and ethical business practices.
Max Gellerman
Commercial Sales Associate
Max represents the next generation of Hawkeye leadership with expertise in commercial property sales. He combines fresh perspective with the company's established values to deliver innovative solutions for clients' real estate needs.
David Levin
Senior Broker
David offers decades of commercial real estate experience, focusing on investment property sales and leasing. His market knowledge and negotiation skills help clients maximize returns while maintaining the company's service standards.
Questions
What commercial real estate services do you offer?
We provide brokerage, property management, investment sales, leasing services, and real estate consulting across Iowa and Illinois.
How long have you served the Quad Cities area?
We've been serving eastern Iowa and western Illinois since 1962 with three generations of expertise.
Do you manage residential properties?
Yes, our property management division handles select apartment complexes in Iowa City and Quad Cities areas.
What sets your brokerage apart?
We focus on partnerships over transactions, combining local market knowledge with ethical business practices.
Are you a local company?
Yes, we're locally owned and have invested in Quad Cities communities for over 55 years.
How do you handle property maintenance?
Our dedicated maintenance team provides prompt service for all managed commercial and residential properties.
