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Historic East Village Office Space
For Lease
$12 SF/Yr

500 E Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50309

Renovated office space in a historic East Village building.

Space Size1,920 SF
Property Size19,500 SF
Days on Market307

Property Features for 500 E Locust St

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 1,920 SF
Class B
Property subtype Office
Lease Term NNN

Building Details

Building Size 19,500 SF
Year Built 1912

Spaces For Lease

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Suite 301 $12/SF/Yr

Size
1,920 SF
Term
Negotiable
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Suite 401 $12/SF/Yr

Size
1,920 SF
Term
Negotiable
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Suite 501 $12/SF/Yr

Size
1,920 SF
Term
Negotiable
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Listed By: Ben Brackett
Source: Fergusoncres
Added: Nov 24, 2025 Changed: Sep 3 Last Checked: Sep 26 at 5:33AM

Displayed information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. All listing content including descriptions, pricing, images are the copyrighted material of Ben Brackett

Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

The Teachout Building, constructed in 1912, is located in the East Village, near the State Capitol. The building underwent a significant renovation and was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1999. The available office space is 1920 square feet.

Key Highlights

  • Located in the heart of the East Village.
  • At the foot of the State Capitol.
  • Dynamic space.

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Current Use

Photo Booth Picture ... Photography Service Pitchly (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store VolunteerLocal (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Neapolitan Labs Marketing & Advertising Teachout Building Hotel & Motel

Suggested Use

Top Pick (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Pet Grooming Service Butcher Furniture & Home Goods Veterinary Clinic Acupuncture

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
$1.80 /SF/Yr
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Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

4,041
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 50309, IA

9,532
Population
7,562
Households
1.3
Avg Household Size
30
Median Age
67%
College-Educated
96%
High-School Grad
2.7 sq mi
ZIP Area
3,530
Density / Sq Mi
$57,974
Median Household Income
$52,775
Median Earnings
$1,166
Median Rent
$286,900
Median Home Value
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Market

Lease Benchmarks for Des Moines, IA

$13.8 /SF/Yr
Avg Asking Price
$6–$22 /SF/Yr
Price Range
8,632 SF
Avg Space Size

This space is priced 13% below the average of $13.8 /SF/Yr.

Vacancy Rate% for Office in Des Moines, IA

15.9% 2023
20% 2024
16.8% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Office units - Renovated office space in a historic East Village building.
Where is this office units located?
The property is located at 500 E Locust St Des Moines, IA.
What is the lease rate?
The lease rate is $12 SF/Yr.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Located in the heart of the East Village.; At the foot of the State Capitol.; Dynamic space.
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