Historic Mixed-Use Property For
3516 SW 9th Street, Des Moines, IA 50315
MULTI_FAMILY - Other - Des Moines, IA
Property size:
3,550 SFLot size:
0.15 AcresPrice / SF:
$63/SF- Added:
- Jan 8, 2026
- Days on Market:
- 125
- Last Refresh:
- May 13 at 11:06 am
Property Features for 3516 SW 9th Street
General Information
- Property type
- Residential Multi Family
- Property subtype
- Other
- Zoning
- RX1
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Rooms
- Bedroom 4, Bedroom 2, Bathroom 1, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 3, Basement
- Appliances
- Refrigerator, Stove
- Standard status
- Active
- APN
- 01005885000000
- Size
- 3,550 SF
- Lot size
- 0.15 Acres
Taxes and HOA fees
- Tax Year
- 2024
- Tax Description
- -EX W 20F- LOT 333 WATROUS PARK PLAT 2
- Tax Annual Amount
- 3187
Utilities
- Sewer type
- Public Sewer
- Heating system
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
- Cooling system
- Central Air
- Water source
- Public
Building Details
- Year built
- 1910
- Floors in Building
- 2
- Flooring type
- Laminate
- Building materials
- Brick, Stone, Stucco
- Roof type
- Asphalt, Shingle
- Architectural style
- Other
Listing agent Ryan Rivera (515) 554-5870
Listing office Zealty Home Advisors 2524 Post Street, West Des Moines, IA (515) 329-4667
Listing date Jan 8, 2026
MLS# 732544
Listing URL
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HighLights
- Strong cash flow potential from fully leased commercial and residential units.
- New roof (2019) and HVAC systems (2025) provide peace of mind.
- High‑visibility commercial space on a high‑traffic corridor (17,000+ vehicles per day).
- Two spacious 2‑bedroom apartments with large living rooms and open kitchens.
- Unique historic property with character, formerly a fire station and library.
- Separate gas and electric meters and private tenant parking.
Overview
This mixed-use property, formerly a fire station and believed to have housed the Southside Library, offers both character and income potential. The ground-level commercial space features storefront visibility along a high-traffic corridor with over 17,000 vehicles per day. The layout allows for one larger business or two separate commercial spaces. Current tenants include a thrift shop and a bail bondsman. Upstairs, there are two 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartments, each offering large living rooms and open kitchens. Stove and refrigerator are included in both units. Recent updates include a new roof (2019) and three new furnaces and three new central air units installed in 2025. The property features separate gas and electric meters, private tenant parking, a current rental certificate, and is fully leased. The property is located in Des Moines, IA, and has a lot size of 0.149 acres. The building size is 3550 square feet. The zoning is RX1. Additional upside may be available through future improvement grants.
Property Profile
Insight Report
Location Intelligence
Current Use by Public Records
Marlee's Boutique
(Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store
Barry Lowe Therapeutic ...
Alternative Medicine Practice
Eblen Bail Bonds
Law Firm
Location Insight
- Map
- Local Demand
- City
- Des Moines
- County
- Polk
- State
- Iowa
- Longitude
- -93.626077
- Latitude
- 41.552387
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FAQs
What type of property is this?
Mixed-use property - Unique mixed-use property with commercial space and residential apartments.
Where is this mixed-use property located?
The property is located at 3516 SW 9th Street Des Moines, IA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $225,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Strong cash flow potential from fully leased commercial and residential units.; New roof (2019) and HVAC systems (2025) provide peace of mind.; High‑visibility commercial space on a high‑traffic corridor (17,000+ vehicles per day).
