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    Four-Bay Auto Shop
    Updated: Oct 16
    Four-Bay Auto Shop

    2603 Douglas Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50310

    $700,000
    0.73 AC lot
    Four service bays
    More than 4,000 square feet of building space
    0.733‑acre parcel zoned C‑2
    Customer reception, office, kitchenette, and restroom
    Detached outbuilding and fenced area
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    Self-Service Car Wash with Multiple Bays
    Updated: May 7
    Self-Service Car Wash with Multiple Bays

    3740 Easton Boulevard, Des Moines, IA 50317

    $200,000
    0.31 AC lot
    Multiple enclosed self‑service wash bays
    Self‑service wash equipment with vacuum and service areas
    0.305‑acre property at 3740 Easton Boulevard
    MX1 zoning
    Building constructed in 1964 with brick construction
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    Automotive Property With Attached Shop
    Automotive Property With Attached Shop

    4106 E 14th, Des Moines, IA 50313

    $675,000

    Finished office space connects to an attached shop and storage area, with a gated driveway.

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    Self-Service Car Wash with Enclosed Bays
    Self-Service Car Wash with Enclosed Bays

    3740 Easton Blvd, Des Moines, IA 50317

    $200,000
    3,275 sqft

    Automotive service property with wash equipment, vacuum areas, and convenient in-and-out access.

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    Auto Repair Shop with Drive-Through
    Auto Repair Shop with Drive-Through

    101 Clark St, Des Moines, IA 50314

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    3,540 sqft 0.30 AC lot

    Industrial-zoned automotive property with service bays, drive-through access, and supplemental living space near Downtown Des Moines.

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    University Avenue Commercial Building For Sale
    University Avenue Commercial Building For Sale

    4326 University Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50311

    $550,000
    3,784 sqft

    Commercial building with service bays, gas pumps, and billboard.

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    Automotive Shop with Overhead Doors
    Automotive Shop with Overhead Doors

    1424 Army Post Rd, Des Moines, IA 50315

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    3,223 sqft

    Renovated automotive shop with polished concrete, heating/cooling, and four overhead doors.

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    Renovated Auto Shop with Overhead Doors
    Renovated Auto Shop with Overhead Doors

    1424 Army Post Rd, Des Moines, IA 50315

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    3,798 sqft

    Automotive property with heating, cooling, polished concrete, and zoning for car rental use.

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    Commercial NNN Property
    Commercial NNN Property

    4416 MERLE HAY RD DES MOINES IA 50310-1412, Des Moines, IA 50310

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    5,888 sqft

    The property carries Commercial zoning and an NNN lease structure.

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    Jiffy Lube NNN Property
    Jiffy Lube NNN Property

    6136 SE 14th Street, Des Moines, IA 50320

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    2,139 sqft

    Automotive service property with an absolute NNN lease and nationally recognized Jiffy Lube tenancy.

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    Income Producing Parking Garage
    Income Producing Parking Garage

    218 4th Street, Des Moines, IA 50309

    $1,200,000

    61-stall parking garage near Court Avenue District and skywalk.

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    Iconic Des Moines Historical Building
    Iconic Des Moines Historical Building

    100 4th St, Des Moines, IA

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    20,591 sqft 0.74 AC lot

    20,591 SF office building with 32-stall parking lot.

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    Based on your search, we've compiled 77 Potential Opportunities for your consideration. Besides 12 Active listings in Des Moines, IA, we suggest exploring several alternatives: 4 properties in Nearby Cities, and similar 60 Off-Market properties to explore as potential leads, plus 1 Land Listings that present a potential for development.

    Opportunities in Nearby Cities

    Here are 4 Similar properties we found in Nearby Locations for your consideration.

    Self-Serve and Touchless Car Wash
    Self-Serve and Touchless Car Wash

    875 Sherrylynn Boulevard, Pleasant Hill, IA 50327

    $450,000
    2,444 sqft

    Established car wash facility includes three self-serve bays, two touchless automatic bays, and multiple vacuum stations.

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    Five-Bay Car Wash
    Five-Bay Car Wash

    875 Sherrylynn Boulevard, Pleasant Hill, IA 50327

    $450,000
    0.48 AC lot

    Combination self-service and touchless equipment supports varied customer preferences, with vacuum stations included on the site.

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    Maverik Gas Station Investment
    Maverik Gas Station Investment

    1725 NW 86th St, Clive, IA 50325

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    4,995 sqft

    Single-tenant fuel and convenience property with an absolute NNN lease extending through August 2034.

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    Tidal Wave Auto Spa Car Wash
    Tidal Wave Auto Spa Car Wash

    11410 FOREST AVE, Clive, IA 50325

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    3,205 sqft 1.52 AC lot

    Freestanding car wash subject to a long-term NNN lease.

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    Potential Development Sites for Consideration

    Can't find the perfect fit? These Land listings present an alternative path: the potential to develop a property for your specific goals.

    Important: These AI-suggestions are a starting point, not a guarantee of permitted use. All zoning, permitting, and land use information must be independently verified by you with the appropriate local authorities before making any commitments.

    Commercial Corner Land
    Commercial Corner Land

    Outlot W Grand Prairie Parkway, Waukee, IA 50263

    $3,920,400
    4.56 AC lot

    Commercial tract with COM zoning, public water and sewer, and seller-supported subdivision potential.

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    Off-Market Properties in Des Moines, IA

    Consider similar Off-Market properties in Des Moines, IA. You may contact the owners directly to inquire about their potential intentions to sell. To help you make a strong first impression, we can assist by reaching out to these owners with compelling proposals created using our AI tool.

    185 46th Ave
    VEHICLE SALES, RENTALS

    185 46th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313-2677

    Estimated value:
    $285,000
    2,910 sqft 0.61 AC lot
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    2028 14th St
    AUTO REPAIR, GARAGE

    2028 14th St, Des Moines, IA 50320-1102

    Estimated value:
    $290,000
    2,128 sqft 0.41 AC lot
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    4685 2nd St
    VEHICLE SALES, RENTALS

    4685 2nd St, Des Moines, IA 50313-2251

    Estimated value:
    $355,000
    1,080 sqft 0.54 AC lot
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    4108 Fleur Dr
    SERVICE STATION (FULL SERVICE)

    4108 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA 50321-2324

    Estimated value: by Request
    1,288 sqft 0.22 AC lot
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    3416 14th St
    AUTO REPAIR, GARAGE

    3416 14th St, Des Moines, IA 50320-1334

    Estimated value:
    $850,000
    5,000 sqft 0.66 AC lot
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    426 Army Post Rd
    CAR WASH

    426 Army Post Rd, Des Moines, IA 50315-5826

    Estimated value:
    $835,000
    4,592 sqft 0.79 AC lot
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    4755 14th St
    AUTO REPAIR, GARAGE

    4755 14th St, Des Moines, IA 50313-2010

    Estimated value:
    $2,700,000
    8,538 sqft 1.75 AC lot
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    3609 Merle Hay Rd
    AUTO REPAIR, GARAGE

    3609 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA 50310-1246

    Estimated value:
    $1,205,000
    3,036 sqft 0.46 AC lot
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    1824 Dean Ave
    AUTO REPAIR, GARAGE

    1824 Dean Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316-3740

    Estimated value:
    $285,000
    2,340 sqft 0.34 AC lot
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    4221 14th St
    AUTO REPAIR, GARAGE

    4221 14th St, Des Moines, IA 50320

    Estimated value:
    $550,000
    14,596 sqft 2.64 AC lot
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    5441 2nd St
    AUTO REPAIR, GARAGE

    5441 2nd St, Des Moines, IA 50313-1331

    Estimated value:
    $105,000
    1,536 sqft 0.32 AC lot
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    5435 1st St
    VEHICLE SALES, RENTALS

    5435 1st St, Des Moines, IA 50313-1474

    Estimated value:
    $280,000
    2,952 sqft 0.43 AC lot
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    Des Moines, IA Automotive Properties Market Trends and Statistics

    Explore 72 automotive properties for sale in Des Moines, IA, showcased through 12 active listings on our real estate platform. These investment opportunities span a total of 46,238 square feet of properties for sale, with an estimated market value of $3,525,000.

    Sale prices for automotive businesses in Des Moines, IA start at $200,000, averaging $587,500, and reaching up to $1,200,000 — offering options for a variety of budgets and business needs. Daily updated analytics ensure you stay ahead with the latest data and market trends.

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    Commercial property segments ranked by active listings on the market

    Auto shops 9
    Car washes 2
    Self service car washes 2
    Gas stations 1

    Demographics Overview

    Population 306K
    Population Growth (5Y) +2.6%
    Median Household Income $80,154
    College Educated 12.6%

    High-Yield Neighborhoods for Investment

    Identify Des Moines submarkets with the highest inventory density on the market and evaluate the average listing prices of real estate assets

    Neighborhood Average Price
    50317 $200K
    50314 $315K
    50311 $550K
    50313 $699K
    50309 $1.2M

    Taxes & Financing

    Tax Rate (average for all types) 3.09%
    Property Tax per SF $42.10 per SF
    Tax Rate vs County Average 0.49 pp above county avg
    Average Loan-to-Value 65.0%

    Listings Trend

    New vs delisted commercial listings in Polk County

    New Delisted

    Total CRE Inventory on Market (SF)

    Property Size Breakdown

    The majority of commercial real estate listings in Des Moines fall within the 100,000+ square foot range.

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