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47-Unit Apartment Building
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$2,650,000

3830 6th Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50313

Two three-story buildings offer studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments with surface parking and functional layouts.

Property Size34,550 SF
Price / SF$76.70
Days on Market7

Property Features for 3830 6th Avenue

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 34,550 SF
Property subtype Multifamily
Occupancy 96%

Financials

Asking Price $2,650,000
Cap Rate 8.28%
Average Monthly Rent $739

Units

Unit Mix 2 x studio, 18 x 1BR/1BA, 27 x 2BR/1BA
Multifamily Units 47

Building Details

Buildings 2
Listed By: Cy Fox
Source: Cbre
Added: Sep 16 Last Checked: Sep 21 at 4:34AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Northtown Apartments comprises two three-story buildings constructed in 1967 and 1969, with 47 apartments totaling 34,550 square feet. The unit mix includes 2 studios, 18 one-bedroom/one-bath units, and 27 two-bedroom/one-bath units. Apartments have functional floor plans and traditional finishes, while surface parking serves the property. Occupancy is 96%, and the property carries an 8.28% cap rate.

The asset is positioned along 6th Avenue in Des Moines, directly north of Highland Park and near locally operated restaurants, bars, and coffee shops. The surrounding corridor includes ChaCha’s Bakery, Lachele’s Fine Foods, and The Slow Down Coffee Co., with the property located near the broader Highland Park area and its neighborhood retail and dining offerings.

Interior improvements may be implemented selectively across the existing apartment inventory while retaining the current mix and affordability-oriented configuration.

Key Highlights

  • 47 apartments across two three‑story buildings
  • 34,550 square feet constructed in 1967 and 1969
  • Unit mix: 2 studios, 18 1BR/1BA, and 27 2BR/1BA

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Current Use

Northtown Apartments Apartment Building

Suggested Use

Top Pick Law Firm Real Estate Agency Parking Lot & Garage Spa & Massage Center Bakery Grocery & Convenience 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

47
Residential units
96%
Occupancy

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

456
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 50313, IA

17,723
Population
7,674
Households
2.3
Avg Household Size
37
Median Age
16%
College-Educated
86%
High-School Grad
18.1 sq mi
ZIP Area
979
Density / Sq Mi
$64,077
Median Household Income
$36,284
Median Earnings
$1,077
Median Rent
$161,800
Median Home Value
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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in Midwest region

6.5% 2022
7.5% 2023
7.8% 2024
8% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Apartment building - Two three-story buildings offer studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments with surface parking and functional layouts.
Where is this apartment building located?
The property is located at 3830 6th Avenue Des Moines, IA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $2,650,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 47 apartments across two three‑story buildings; 34,550 square feet constructed in 1967 and 1969; Unit mix: 2 studios, 18 1BR/1BA, and 27 2BR/1BA
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