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4570 University Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50266

Freestanding restaurant with fixtures and equipment on major thoroughfare.

Property Size6,916 SF
Price / SF$344.85
Days on Market911

Property Features for 4570 University Ave

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 6,916 SF
Property subtype Retail
Lease Type NNN

Building Details

Year Built 1998
Buildings 1
Listing Agency: CBRE - Des Moines
Listed By: Bill Wright · License #IA S33231000
Source: Crexi
Added: Apr 10, 2024 Changed: Sep 27 Last Checked: Oct 5 at 4:20PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This is a 6,916 square foot freestanding restaurant property available for sale or lease. It is located on University Avenue in West Des Moines, Iowa, a major thoroughfare with a mix of businesses, restaurants, shopping centers, and residential areas. The property is fully equipped with fixtures and equipment, presenting a turn-key opportunity for restaurant owners.

Key Highlights

  • Turn‑key restaurant opportunity with all fixtures and equipment included.
  • High‑visibility location on University Avenue, a major thoroughfare.
  • Standalone building with 6,916 square feet of space.

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$88,231
Cap Rate
3.70%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$1,764,620 $1.8M
Cap Rate 7%
$1,260,443 $1.3M
Cap Rate 9%
$980,344 $980.3K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 6,916 SF
Gross rent
$124.5K $18.00/SF
− Vacancy
−$6.8K −$0.99/SF
EGI
$117.6K $17.01/SF
− OpEx
−$29.4K −$4.25/SF
NOI
$88.2K $12.76/SF
Area
Polk County, IA
Vacancy
5.50%
Lease Rate
$18.00 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
25.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$1,764,620
Cap Rate 7%
$1,260,443
Cap Rate 9%
$980,344

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Specialty Retail
$1.26M
$1.10M – $1.47M (±1% cap)
NOI $88,231 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.70%
Second Best
—
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no second resolved use
Theoretical Best
Flex RnD
$6.66M
$5.83M – $7.77M (±1% cap)
NOI $466,028 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 19.54%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

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Current Use

El Muchacho Alegre Restaurant

Suggested Use

Top Pick Auto Parts Store Big Box & Wholesale Store Auto Repair Shop Building Supply Furniture & Home Goods Electrical Service

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

1,299
Businesses Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use

Demographics for 50266, IA

36,486
Population
18,481
Households
2
Avg Household Size
34
Median Age
60%
College-Educated
97%
High-School Grad
22.3 sq mi
ZIP Area
1,636
Density / Sq Mi
$85,282
Median Household Income
$53,306
Median Earnings
$1,285
Median Rent
$325,100
Median Home Value
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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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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Conventional restaurant - Freestanding restaurant with fixtures and equipment on major thoroughfare.
Where is this conventional restaurant located?
The property is located at 4570 University Ave West Des Moines, IA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $2,385,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Turn‑key restaurant opportunity with all fixtures and equipment included.; High‑visibility location on University Avenue, a major thoroughfare.; Standalone building with 6,916 square feet of space.
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