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Office Building with Conference Room
For Sale
$500,000
Pending

2601 E University Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50317

CommercialSale, Des Moines, IA

Property SizeContact for details
Lot Size0.39 Acres
Days on Market1000

Property Features for 2601 E University Avenue

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Zoning MX3
Lot features Rectangular Lot
Elementary school district Des Moines Independent
Middle school district Des Moines Independent
High school district Des Moines Independent
Directions East University Avenue on right side of road
Subdivision Des Moines East
Standard status Pending
APN 05001193002000, 05001194000000
Lot size 0.39 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Description BEG SW COR LT 3 THN N 20.88F NELY 110.27F E 117.33F S 128.26F W 138.87F TO POB LTS 1, 2 & 3 BLK 1 FARWELL PLACE & Lot 4 Blk 1 Farwell Place
Tax Annual Amount 14797
Legal Description BEG SW COR LT 3 THN N 20.88F NELY 110.27F E 117.33F S 128.26F W 138.87F TO POB LTS 1, 2 & 3 BLK 1 FARWELL PLACE & Lot 4 Blk 1 Farwell Place

Utilities

Sewer type Public Sewer
Heating system Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling system Central Air
Water source Public

Amenities

conference room
full kitchen
multi-purpose room

Building Details

Building materials Brick
Listing Agency: RE/MAX Precision · RE/MAX International
Listed By: Joe Bennett
Added: Dec 4, 2023 Changed: Aug 19 Last Checked: Aug 30 at 2:06PM
MLS# 686173

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This brick office building includes 10 offices, a conference room, a full kitchen, and a multipurpose room. The layout combines private work areas with dedicated spaces for meetings, staff use, and other business functions. Heating is provided by natural gas and forced air, while central air conditioning serves the property.

The sale also includes an additional parcel allocated for parking. A single-family house is located on that parcel, providing a separate existing structure within the offering. The property is served by public water and public sewer and is zoned MX3.

Key Highlights

  • 10 offices plus a dedicated conference room
  • Multipurpose room supports meetings, training, or other business functions
  • Full kitchen included within the office layout

Property Analytics

Current Use

Behavioral Technologies Crisis Center

Suggested Use

Top Pick Law Firm Dental Office Parking Lot & Garage Hair Salon Spa & Massage Center Kitchen & Bath Showroom

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

427
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 50317, IA

37,221
Population
15,193
Households
2.4
Avg Household Size
38
Median Age
15%
College-Educated
87%
High-School Grad
22.1 sq mi
ZIP Area
1,684
Density / Sq Mi
$61,569
Median Household Income
$36,641
Median Earnings
$1,079
Median Rent
$165,200
Median Home Value

Market

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 building - Brick office property with flexible rooms, a full kitchen, and public water and sewer service.
Where is this office building located?
The property is located at 2601 E University Avenue Des Moines, IA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $500,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 10 offices plus a dedicated conference room; Multipurpose room supports meetings, training, or other business functions; Full kitchen included within the office layout
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