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1551 Valley West Drive, West Des Moines, IA 50266

856,000 SF retail property on 57.72 acres in Iowa.

Property Size856,000 SF
Lot Size57.72 Acres
Days on Market141

Property Features for 1551 Valley West Drive

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 856,000 SF
Lot size 57.72 Acres
Property subtype Retail
Listing Agency: CBRE
Listed By: Bill Wright · License #S33231000
Source: Cbre
Added: Mar 25 Changed: Jul 10 Last Checked: Aug 11 at 11:49AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This property offers the opportunity to acquire the fee simple interest in Valley West Mall, anchored by JCPenney. Located in West Des Moines, Iowa, it has served the Greater Des Moines metro since 1975. The property consists of approximately 856,000 square feet on 57.72 acres of land. Situated along Valley West Drive, just north of I-235, the property presents an opportunity for in-fill development in the heart of the Greater Des Moines metro. Ownership intends to sell the entire parcel to one developer, without the option to split into outlots or smaller pieces.

Key Highlights

  • Rare opportunity for in‑fill development in the heart of the Greater Des Moines metro.
  • Large parcel size: 57.72 AC of land.
  • High visibility location** along Valley West Drive, just north of I‑235.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Shopping centers

Suggested Use

Top Pick Auto Parts Store HVAC Service Big Box & Wholesale Store Electrical Service Parking Lot & Garage 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.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

1,928
Businesses Nearby
Well-served
Demand for This Use

Demographics for 50266, IA

36,486
Population
18,481
Households
2
Avg Household Size
34
Median Age
60%
College-Educated
97%
High-School Grad
22.3 sq mi
ZIP Area
1,636
Density / Sq Mi
$85,282
Median Household Income
$53,306
Median Earnings
$1,285
Median Rent
$325,100
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Midwest region

8% 2020
7.3% 2021
6.5% 2022
6% 2023
5.7% 2024
6.3% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Shopping center - 856,000 SF retail property on 57.72 acres in Iowa.
Where is this shopping center located?
The property is located at 1551 Valley West Drive West Des Moines, IA.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Rare opportunity for in‑fill development in the heart of the Greater Des Moines metro.; Large parcel size: **57.72 AC of land.**; High visibility location** along Valley West Drive, just north of I‑235.
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