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Creative Loft Office Space
For Lease
$12 SF/Yr

506 3rd Street, Des Moines, IA 50309

Third-floor office suite in a 1916 brick building with loft/creative design and on-site parking.

Space SizeContact for details
Days on Market63

Property Features for 506 3rd Street

General Information

Standard status Active
Property subtype Office

Site & Location

Highway Access Yes
Road Access Yes

Building Details

Year Built 1916
Stories 3
Construction loft/creative
Listing Agency: CBRE - Des Moines
Listed By: Grant Wright, CCIM
Source: Cbre
Added: Jul 8 Changed: Sep 8 Last Checked: Sep 8 at 6:25AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Available for lease is a third-floor office space in the Encore Building. The building is a three-story brick structure constructed in 1916 and is set up with a loft/creative space design, combining turn-of-the-century character with modern amenities. On-site parking is available for tenants and visitors.

Located in downtown Des Moines, the property provides convenient access to I-235 via 3rd Street and 2nd Avenue. The space is within walking distance of restaurants, hotels, and professional services.

This offering is best suited for an organization looking for a creative-style office layout within a historic, multi-story building environment.

Key Highlights

  • Third‑floor office suite in the Encore Building, constructed in 1916
  • 3‑story brick building with loft/creative space design
  • Available on‑site parking

Property Analytics

Current Use

Project Resources Group ... Business Management Consultant Invictus Media Film Production

Suggested Use

Top Pick (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Carpet & Flooring Store Butcher Fish Market 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

Yes
Highway access
Yes
Paved road access
NNN (Triple Net)
Lease Type
$1.80 /SF/Yr
CAM

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

4,435
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

Market

Lease Benchmarks for Des Moines, IA

$14.07 /SF/Yr
Avg Asking Price
$6–$22 /SF/Yr
Price Range
8,515 SF
Avg Space Size

This space is priced 15% below the average of $14.07 /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 - Third-floor office suite in a 1916 brick building with loft/creative design and on-site parking.
Where is this office units located?
The property is located at 506 3rd Street 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: Third‑floor office suite in the Encore Building, constructed in 1916; 3‑story brick building with loft/creative space design; Available on‑site parking
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