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Automotive Shop in Optimal Location

1501 6th Avenue Des Moines, IA 50314

1501 6th Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50314

$315,000

For Sale

$315,000

SINGLE_FAMILY - Des Moines, IA

Lot Size0.16 Acres

AddedNov 10, 2025

Days on Market247

Last RefreshJul 15 at 5:06 pm

Property Features for 1501 6th Avenue

General Information

Property type: Residential
Property subtype: Office
Zoning: RX1
Standard status: Active
APN: 08002034002000
Lot size: 0.16 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Description: LT 13 & W 3F VAC ALLEY E & ADJ W W FINKS SUB-DIV LT 42
Tax Annual Amount: 1232

Utilities

Sewer type: Public Sewer
Water source: Public

Building Details

Year built: 1915
Building materials: Brick, Block
Roof type: Shingle, Asphalt
Architectural style: Other

Listing agent Matt Cole License #S65168000

Listing office RE/MAX Concepts 661 NE Venture Dr, IA

Listing date Nov 10, 2025

MLS# 730173

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This fully functioning automotive shop is situated in an optimal location with high daily traffic counts, providing high exposure. The building is equipped with a car lift that conveys with the property. The property is zoned RX1 and is located in Des Moines, Iowa, in Polk County. The lot size is 0.158 acres. The property is currently leased at $5,000 per month through October, presenting a renewal or repositioning opportunity at lease expiration. The property could also be turned into a different business.

Key Highlights

Optimal location with high daily traffic for high exposure.
Currently leased at $5,000/month through October.
Renewal or repositioning opportunity at lease expiration.

Property Analytics

Property Profile Location Intelligence

Current Use by Public Records

Calderon Auto Service Auto Repair Shop

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For sale
Auto shops
IA
Des Moines
50314
1501 6th Avenue

What type of property is this?

Auto shop - Fully functioning automotive shop with high traffic exposure for sale.

Where is this auto shop located?

The property is located at 1501 6th Avenue Des Moines, IA.

What is the asking price?

The asking price for this property is $315,000.

What are key features of this property?

This property features: Optimal location with high daily traffic for high exposure.; Currently leased at $5,000/month through October.; Renewal or repositioning opportunity at lease expiration.

1501 6th Avenue Des Moines, IA 50314

SINGLE_FAMILY - Des Moines, IA

Property Features for 1501 6th Avenue

General Information

Taxes and HOA fees

Utilities

Building Details

Investment Insights

Key Highlights

Property Analytics

Current Use by Public Records

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