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2519 Clarkson Ave Des Moines, IA 50310

2519 Clarkson Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50310
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45-unit apartment community with renovated units in Des Moines, Iowa.

Property Size27,360 SF
Price / SF$97.04
AddedMar 24
Days on Market114
Last RefreshJul 15 at 1:50 pm

Property Features for 2519 Clarkson Ave

General Information

Standard status
Active
Size
27,360 SF
Property subtype
Multifamily

Building Details

Year Built
1972

Listing office CBRE - Des Moines

Listing date Mar 24, 2026

Source Crexi

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Clarkson Apartments, a 45-unit apartment community, is available for acquisition in Des Moines, Iowa. The property is situated at the intersection of Douglas Avenue and MLK Jr Parkway, providing convenient access to retail, entertainment, and dining destinations, including downtown Des Moines, Ingersoll Avenue, Beaverdale, and Merle Hay Mall, all within a 10-minute radius. Local employment is supported by Bridgestone-Firestone, Drake University, Broadlawns Medical Center, and the VA Central Iowa Health Care System. The property at 2519 Clarkson Ave features a mix of one- and two-bedroom units, all of which have been renovated. Recent property enhancements include a new asphalt parking lot, newer boilers and hot water heaters, newer windows, and a new roof on Building C planned for 2026. The property offers an immediate cash flow opportunity and the ability to further enhance returns through strategic value-add initiatives, specifically the conversion of the former leasing office into a rentable unit and the implementation of a gas utility reimbursement program. The property size is 27360 square feet.

Key Highlights

  • Renovated Units: All 45 units are already renovated.
  • Prime Location: Highly accessible location at the intersection of Douglas Avenue and MLK Jr Parkway.
  • Strong Employment Hub: Close proximity to major employers.

Local Financial Insights For Apartment 5plus

Simulate Cap Rate and NOI

NOI Build-Up
Vacancy
income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year — subtracted from gross rent.
EGI (Effective Gross Income)
gross rent minus vacancy losses — the realistic income before paying operating costs.
OpEx (Operating Expenses)
recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management) — excludes financing and capital improvements.
NOI (Net Operating Income)
income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.

Component $ $/SF
Gross rent $430.1k $15.72
− Vacancy −$15.5k −$0.57
EGI $414.6k $15.15
− OpEx −$186.6k −$6.82
NOI $228.0k $8.33
27,360 SF · lease $15.72/SF/yr · vacancy 3.60% · expense 45.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Apartment 5plus
$3.26M
$2.85M – $3.80M (±1% cap)
NOI $228,039 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 8.59%
Second Best
no second resolved use
Theoretical Best
Office A
$6.74M
$5.90M – $7.86M (±1% cap)
NOI $471,678 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 17.77%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Property Analytics

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Current Use by Public Records

Apartment buildings

Suggested Use

Real Estate Agency Law Firm Dental Office Restaurant Building Supply Hair Salon Spa & Massage Center Gym & Fitness Center Skin Care Clinic Nail Salon

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

FAQs

What type of property is this?
Apartment building - 45-unit apartment community with renovated units in Des Moines, Iowa.
Where is this apartment building located?
The property is located at 2519 Clarkson Ave Des Moines, IA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $2,655,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Renovated Units: All 45 units are already renovated.; Prime Location: Highly accessible location at the intersection of Douglas Avenue and MLK Jr Parkway.; Strong Employment Hub: Close proximity to major employers.
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