Retail Space with Pylon
For Lease
$7 SF/Yr
1208 Grand Avenue, West Des Moines, IA 50265
Neighborhood Commercial District retail space with extensive parking, multiple HVAC units, and access from four curb cuts.
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Days on Market19
Property Features for 1208 Grand Avenue
General Information
Standard status
Active
Property subtype
Retail
Listing Agency:
CBRE
Listed By:
Dakota Little · License #S69609000
(515) 745-4378
Source:
Cbre
Added: Aug 21
Changed: Sep 8
Last Checked: Sep 8 at 5:05AM
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
The retail space at 1208 Grand Ave encompasses 36,000 square feet within a steel-frame building featuring concrete block tilt-up walls. Originally built in 1956, the property has undergone multiple remodels and received a new roof in 2022. Eight HVAC units support the building, while 215 parking spaces and pylon signage serve the site.
Zoned Neighborhood Commercial District, the property provides 194 feet of frontage and four curb cuts along Grand Avenue. It is situated near Hy-Vee, Walgreens, Fareway, and other neighborhood-serving retailers, with access to Historic Valley Junction, Downtown Des Moines, Ingersoll Avenue, and Interstate 235.
Zoned Neighborhood Commercial District, the property provides 194 feet of frontage and four curb cuts along Grand Avenue. It is situated near Hy-Vee, Walgreens, Fareway, and other neighborhood-serving retailers, with access to Historic Valley Junction, Downtown Des Moines, Ingersoll Avenue, and Interstate 235.
Key Highlights
- 36,000‑square‑foot retail building built in 1956
- New roof completed in 2022
- Eight HVAC units serving the building
Property Analytics
Property Profile
Current Use
Lease Details
NNN (Triple Net)
Lease Type
$1.05 /SF/Yr
CAM
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
525
Businesses Nearby
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Demographics for 50265, IA
32,187
Population
15,104
Households
2.1
Avg Household Size
38
Median Age
48%
College-Educated
95%
High-School Grad
19.3 sq mi
ZIP Area
1,668
Density / Sq Mi
$84,588
Median Household Income
$49,785
Median Earnings
$1,065
Median Rent
$267,600
Median Home Value
Market
Lease Benchmarks for West Des Moines, IA
$20.14 /SF/Yr
Avg Asking Price
$14–$34 /SF/Yr
Price Range
8,323 SF
Avg Space Size
This space is priced 65% below the average of $20.14 /SF/Yr.
Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Midwest region
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Retail space - Neighborhood Commercial District retail space with extensive parking, multiple HVAC units, and access from four curb cuts.
Where is this retail space located?
The property is located at 1208 Grand Avenue West Des Moines, IA.
What is the lease rate?
The lease rate is $7 SF/Yr.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 36,000‑square‑foot retail building built in 1956; New roof completed in 2022; Eight HVAC units serving the building
