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5500 Merle Hay Road Suite F, Johnston, IA 50131

Food-and-beverage suite with a customer-facing storefront, prep area, backroom, and existing plumbing.

Property SizeContact for details
Days on Market140

Property Features for 5500 Merle Hay Road Suite F

General Information

Standard status Pending
Property subtype Retail, Business for Sale
Listing Agency: NAI Iowa Realty Commercial
Listed By: Kara Kelso · License #IA 325507791
Source: Crexi
Added: Apr 13 Changed: Aug 30 Last Checked: Aug 30 at 12:18PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Suite F at 5500 Merle Hay Road in Johnston, Iowa, is configured as a coffee shop and bakery space with an existing customer-facing storefront. The interior includes a prep area, backroom space, and plumbing, providing a built-out setting for food and beverage operations.

The premises formerly operated as Dessert House, a Bosnian dessert and coffee destination. The suite is positioned within a retail center along the Johnston corridor and is also identified in the property information as suitable for boutique retail or service-oriented use.

Key Highlights

  • Built‑out coffee shop and bakery space
  • Customer‑facing storefront with prep and backroom areas
  • Existing plumbing supports the food‑and‑beverage configuration

Property Analytics

Current Use

Coffee shops

Suggested Use

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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

469
Businesses Nearby
38k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Well-served
Demand for This Use

Foot Traffic Nearby

Groceries 83% Home Improvements & Furnishings 12% Shops & Services 5%
Hy-Vee Groceries
31,392 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Johnston Ace Hardware Home Improvements & Furnishings
4,449 visits/mo 0.5 miles
BMO Harris Bank Shops & Services
938 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Car-X Auto Service Shops & Services
912 visits/mo 0.3 miles

Demographics for 50131, IA

24,434
Population
9,975
Households
2.4
Avg Household Size
37
Median Age
58%
College-Educated
97%
High-School Grad
23.7 sq mi
ZIP Area
1,031
Density / Sq Mi
$103,316
Median Household Income
$61,532
Median Earnings
$1,284
Median Rent
$347,100
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Midwest region

8% 2020
7.3% 2021
6.5% 2022
6% 2023
5.7% 2024
6.3% 2025
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Similar Off Market Nearby

  • Caribou Coffee 5260 Merle Hay Rd Suite 101, Johnston, IA 50131
  • Elevate Coffee and Keto Products 5525 Merle Hay Rd, Johnston, IA 50131
  • Starbucks 5750 Merle Hay Rd, Johnston, IA 50131
  • Scooter's Coffee 6001 Merle Hay Rd, Johnston, IA 50131

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Coffee shop - Food-and-beverage suite with a customer-facing storefront, prep area, backroom, and existing plumbing.
Where is this coffee shop located?
The property is located at 5500 Merle Hay Road Suite F Johnston, IA.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Built‑out coffee shop and bakery space; Customer‑facing storefront with prep and backroom areas; Existing plumbing supports the food‑and‑beverage configuration
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