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Visible Office Space on Merle Hay
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$10 SF/Yr

4685 Merle Hay Road Des Moines, Urbandale, IA 50322

Highly visible office space with utilities included near I-80.

Space Size775 SF - 1,063 SF
Property Size25,088 SF
Days on Market269

Property Features for 4685 Merle Hay Road Des Moines

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 775 SF - 1,063 SF
Class C
Property subtype Office
Lease Term Full Service

Building Details

Building Size 25,088 SF

Spaces For Lease

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Suite 207 $10/SF/Yr

Size
775 SF
Term
Negotiable
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Suite 208 (Sublease) $11/SF/Yr

Size
1,063 SF
Term
Negotiable
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Listing Agency: NAI Iowa Realty Commercial - Des Moines
Listed By: Tom Hudson · License #S18121000
Source: Naiglobal
Added: Nov 21, 2025 Changed: Aug 8 Last Checked: Aug 16 at 4:25AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This highly visible office property is located on busy Merle Hay Road, one minute south of I-80. The property offers ample parking. The ground level rate is $12.00 - FSG, and the upper level rate is $11.00 - FSG. Rent includes all utilities, property taxes, common area, and maintenance fees. Lease terms are 3-5 years with a tenant improvement allowance. The property is located just minutes from I-80 on the Merle Hay corridor and offers a best value in Des Moines. The property size is 25088 square feet.

Key Highlights

  • Highly visible location on busy Merle Hay Road.
  • Rent includes all utilities, property taxes, common area and maintenance fees.
  • Located one minute south of I‑80.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Office Units

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Dental Office Law Firm Hair Salon Big Box & Wholesale Store Building Supply

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

NNN (Triple Net)
Lease Type
$1.50 /SF/Yr
CAM

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

356
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 50322, IA

31,652
Population
13,293
Households
2.4
Avg Household Size
40
Median Age
42%
College-Educated
93%
High-School Grad
10.8 sq mi
ZIP Area
2,931
Density / Sq Mi
$89,323
Median Household Income
$48,016
Median Earnings
$1,151
Median Rent
$263,900
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Office in Midwest region

13.7% 2019
15.6% 2020
17.1% 2021
18.9% 2022
21% 2023
22% 2024
21.3% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Office units - Highly visible office space with utilities included near I-80.
Where is this office units located?
The property is located at 4685 Merle Hay Road Des Moines Urbandale, IA.
What is the lease rate?
The lease rate is $10 SF/Yr.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Highly visible location on busy Merle Hay Road.; Rent includes all utilities, property taxes, common area and maintenance fees.; Located one minute south of I‑80.
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