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Four-Bay Auto Shop
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For Sale
$700,000

2603 Douglas Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50310

CommercialSale, Warehouse, Des Moines, IA

Property SizeContact for details
Lot Size0.73 Acres
Days on Market1

Property Features for 2603 Douglas Avenue

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Zoning C-2
Security features Security
Appliances Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Directions Take I-235 East and merge onto the interstate from 31st Street. Continue for approximately 0.8 miles, then take Exit 7B toward Iowa Methodist/Keosauqua Way/Pappajohn Sculpture Park. Turn left onto Keosauqua Way and continue for approximately 0.7 miles. Turn right onto 19th Street and continue onto Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway for approximately 1.9 miles. Use the left two lanes to turn left onto Douglas Avenue and continue approximately 0.1 miles to the property at 2603 Douglas Avenue.
Subdivision Des Moines N.West
Standard status Active
APN 08001842001003
Lot size 0.73 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Description -EX N236.8F & BEG SW COR LOT 1 THN N 1.06F SELY 84.95F S 1.05F NWLY 84.94F TO POB- LOT 1 & N 92.5F & W 10.7F LOT 3 EUCLID TERRACE
Tax Annual Amount 13591
Legal Description -EX N236.8F & BEG SW COR LOT 1 THN N 1.06F SELY 84.95F S 1.05F NWLY 84.94F TO POB- LOT 1 & N 92.5F & W 10.7F LOT 3 EUCLID TERRACE

Utilities

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

Amenities

customer reception area
office space
kitchenette
restroom
detached outbuilding
fenced area

Building Details

Year built 1967
Building materials MetalSiding
Roof type Asphalt, Shingle
Architectural style Other
Listing Agency: Real Broker, LLC
Listed By: Celeste Rose
Added: Oct 16 Last Checked: Oct 16 at 10:06PM
MLS# 751450

Copyright © 2026 Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®, Inc. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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Investment Insights

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This auto shop contains more than 4,000 square feet, with four service bays and interior space for customer reception, office functions, and a kitchenette. A restroom is also included. The building was constructed in 1967 and has metal siding, central air conditioning, and forced-air natural gas heat. A detached outbuilding and fenced area provide additional on-site space.

The property occupies 0.733 acres and is zoned C-2. Public water and sewer serve the site. The existing layout includes the core service areas along with customer-facing and office space.

Key Highlights

  • Four service bays
  • More than 4,000 square feet of building space
  • 0.733‑acre parcel zoned C‑2

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Current Use

Nate's Automotive Auto Repair Shop

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Restaurant Building Supply Law Firm Dental Office Big Box & Wholesale Store

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

4
Service bays
Yes
Fenced yard
Yes
Paved road access

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

477
Businesses Nearby
Well-served
Demand for This Use

Demographics for 50310, IA

30,754
Population
14,162
Households
2.2
Avg Household Size
37
Median Age
36%
College-Educated
86%
High-School Grad
8.0 sq mi
ZIP Area
3,844
Density / Sq Mi
$74,473
Median Household Income
$46,091
Median Earnings
$1,043
Median Rent
$213,800
Median Home Value
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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Des Moines, IA

5% 2019
8.4% 2020
5.8% 2021
6.2% 2022
6.1% 2023
6% 2024
5.9% 2025

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Auto shop - A customer reception area, office, kitchenette, and restroom complement the service-bay layout.
Where is this auto shop located?
The property is located at 2603 Douglas Avenue Des Moines, IA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $700,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Four service bays; More than 4,000 square feet of building space; 0.733‑acre parcel zoned C‑2
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