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    1551 Valley West Drive, West Des Moines, IA 50266

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

    Type:Retail
    Property size:
    856,000 SF
    Lot size:
    57.72 Acres
    Added:
    Mar 25, 2026
    Days on Market:
    48
    Last Refresh:
    Mar 18 at 8:38 am

    Property Features for 1551 Valley West Drive

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    856,000 SF
    Lot size
    57.72 Acres
    Property subtype
    Retail

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    Listing Contact
    Bill Wright

    Listing agent Bill Wright License #S33231000

    Listing office CBRE

    Listing date Mar 25, 2026

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    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.
    • Anchored by JCPenney.
    • Serves the Greater Des Moines metro since 1975.
    • Sizeable property: approximately 856,000 SF.

    Overview

    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.
    Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Shopping centers

    Suggested Use

    Restaurant Real Estate Agency Law Firm Building Supply Dental Office Spa & Massage Center Big Box & Wholesale Store Auto Repair Shop Hair Salon Hotel & Motel

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Similar Places Nearby

    • Water Tower Place Shopping Center (Bldg 100) — 4100 university ave building 100, west des moines, ia 50266
    • Westowne Center — 1404 22nd St, West Des Moines, IA 50266
    • Water Tower Place Shopping Center (Bldg 200) — 4100 University Ave Building 200, West Des Moines, IA 50266
    • Water Tower Place Shopping Center (Bldg 3910) — 3910 University Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50266
    • Valley West Mall — 1551 Valley W Dr, West Des Moines, IA 50266

    Location Insight

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    City
    West Des Moines
    County
    Polk
    State
    Iowa
    Longitude
    -93.7495072
    Latitude
    41.5975055

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    FAQs

    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.
    (515) 210-3050
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    Listing Contact
    Bill Wright
    Real Estate License ID: S33231000
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    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

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    Example Calculation

    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

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    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

    • Cap Rate calculations depend on market data that may change over time
    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

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    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
    AI Estimate

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    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
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