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    Restaurant Space with Existing Infrastructure
    Updated: Mar 25
    Restaurant Space with Existing Infrastructure

    2708 Ingersoll Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50312

    $29 SF/Yr
    1,600 sqft
    Second‑generation restaurant space.
    Existing FF&E and infrastructure significantly reduce startup time and build‑out costs.
    Highly visible, street‑front location with strong traffic counts.
    Convenient access and close proximity to thriving neighborhoods, offices, and entertainment destinations.
    Grease interceptor in place.
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    Freestanding Retail Space on Corner
    Updated: Nov 21, 2025
    Freestanding Retail Space on Corner

    4212 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, IA 50310

    $24 SF/Yr
    4,092 sqft
    High Visibility: Located on the hard corner of a fully signalized intersection.
    High Traffic Location: Situated between the interstate and Merle Hay Mall, attracting over 3 million annual visitors.
    Growing Customer Base: Merle Hay Mall expansion is projected to increase visitor count.
    Existing Restaurant Infrastructure: Includes access to an existing grease trap, hood, and walk‑in cooler & freezer.
    Long‑Term Lease Opportunity: Freestanding retail property available for long‑term lease.
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    Restaurant Space with Outdoor Patio
    Restaurant Space with Outdoor Patio

    216 Court Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309

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    7,803 sqft

    Outdoor patio plus an in-place first-floor restaurant lease, with additional space suited for dining on the second floor.

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    Two-Story Restaurant Space
    Two-Story Restaurant Space

    216 Court Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309

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    4,203 sqft

    Restaurant space with outdoor patio and exposed brick, offering options on both the first and second floors.

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    Turn-Key Restaurant Space in Des Moines
    Turn-Key Restaurant Space in Des Moines

    401 Southeast 6th Street, Des Moines, IA 50309

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    2,155 sqft

    Restaurant space in a walkable district near upcoming Market District.

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    Bar and Entertainment Lease Space
    Bar and Entertainment Lease Space

    338 SW 6th St, Des Moines, IA 50309

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    16,104 sqft

    Lease space with business equipment, furniture, and fixtures included.

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    Modern Space in DMU32 Complex
    Modern Space in DMU32 Complex

    3300 Grand Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50312

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    152,854 sqft

    152,854 SF building with flexible space and amenities.

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    Restaurant Space with Ample Parking
    Restaurant Space with Ample Parking

    2920 Ingersoll Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50312

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    Restaurant space on Ingersoll Avenue with strong visibility, convenient access, and ample on-site parking for customers and staff.

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    Turn-Key Restaurant Space in East Village
    Turn-Key Restaurant Space in East Village

    401 SE 6th St, Des Moines, IA 50309

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    Restaurant space in walkable district near upcoming Market District development.

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    Turn-Key Restaurant with Patio
    Turn-Key Restaurant with Patio

    1430 Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50309

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    First-floor restaurant space with a patio and a grease interceptor in place, offered with FF&E available.

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    Entertainment & Bar Property For Lease
    Entertainment & Bar Property For Lease

    338 Southwest 6th Street, Des Moines, IA 50309

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    Former Lumber Axe, Escape Chambers, Elixir Pub for lease.

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    Restaurant Space with Elevated Covered Patio
    Restaurant Space with Elevated Covered Patio

    304 15th St, Des Moines, IA 50309

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    2,500 sqft

    Corner restaurant space with an elevated, covered patio and large glazed openings connecting indoor and outdoor areas.

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    Based on your search, we've compiled 28 Potential Opportunities for your consideration. Besides 12 Active listings in Des Moines, IA, we suggest exploring alternatives. Consider Similar 4 Spaces in Nearby Cities, and Similar 12 Properties for Sales.

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    Conventional Restaurant Space
    Conventional Restaurant Space

    8600 Thomas Avenue, Johnston, IA 50131

    $12 SF/Yr
    31,514 sqft

    Equipped restaurant space with a modern kitchen, dining area, and on-site parking.

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    Historical Building in Valley Junction
    Historical Building in Valley Junction

    111 South 11th Street, West Des Moines, IA 50265

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    24,136 sqft

    Remodeled historical building suitable for restaurant, entertainment, or brewery.

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    Restaurant Retail Office Space
    Restaurant Retail Office Space

    5525 Merle Hay Rd, Johnston, IA 50131

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    3,006 sqft

    Restaurant space is available in a highly visible retail/office building with abundant parking and an optional outlot.

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    Drive-Thru Restaurant Shell with Patio
    Drive-Thru Restaurant Shell with Patio

    840 1st St, West Des Moines, IA 50265

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    2,520 sqft

    New construction drive-thru restaurant shell delivered Q4 2024, with tall ceilings, outdoor seating patio, and grease interceptor.

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    Similar Spaces for Sale in Des Moines, IA

    Consider Similar Space for Sale. We found 12 Spaces matching your search parameters.

    Drive-Through Restaurant with Kitchen Equipment
    Drive-Through Restaurant with Kitchen Equipment

    5405 Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310

    $699,990
    2,354 sqft

    Existing food-service improvements support restaurant, coffee, or specialty retail use along the Douglas Avenue corridor.

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    Drive-Through Restaurant with Equipment
    Drive-Through Restaurant with Equipment

    5405 Douglas Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50310

    $699,990
    0.62 AC lot

    Restaurant property with drive-through service, commercial kitchen equipment, and MX3 zoning along Douglas Avenue.

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    Restaurant Property with Outdoor Patio
    Restaurant Property with Outdoor Patio

    216 Court Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309

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    46,816 sqft

    Multi-level restaurant property with open floor plans, exposed brick, expansive windows, and updated common areas.

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    Turn-Key Restaurant & Bar
    Turn-Key Restaurant & Bar

    918 E Euclid Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316

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    1,944 sqft

    For sale restaurant and bar with a fully equipped kitchen, bar layout, and included FF&E on a main thoroughfare.

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    Remodeled Stand-Alone Restaurant
    Remodeled Stand-Alone Restaurant

    2607 Beaver Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50310

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    2,566 sqft

    Restaurant property with a grease trap, on-site parking, and included furniture, fixtures, and equipment.

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    Freestanding Restaurant with FF&E
    Freestanding Restaurant with FF&E

    2607 Beaver Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310

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    2,134 sqft

    Restaurant property includes a grease trap and dedicated on-site parking.

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    Updated Bar & Restaurant Space
    Updated Bar & Restaurant Space

    1930 SE 6th St, Des Moines, IA 50315

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    1,842 sqft

    Well-maintained bar and restaurant with recent significant updates and approximately four years remaining on the current lease.

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    Restaurant Building with Equipment
    Restaurant Building with Equipment

    901 E Euclid Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316

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    4,250 sqft 0.83 AC lot

    Established restaurant improvements with included equipment, flexible use potential, and on-site parking serving a high-traffic corridor.

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    Entertainment Bar Property
    Entertainment Bar Property

    338 SW 6th St, Des Moines, IA 50309

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    16,104 sqft

    For sale entertainment and bar property with included business equipment, furniture, and fixtures.

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    Hotel with Indoor Water Park
    Hotel with Indoor Water Park

    5000 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA 50322

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    137,340 sqft 9.85 AC lot

    169-room hotel includes a large indoor water park, restaurant and kitchen, and convention center with on-site parking.

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    Second-Generation Restaurant Space
    Second-Generation Restaurant Space

    1312 Locust Street, Des Moines, IA 50309

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    Multi-level restaurant space with first-floor and mezzanine areas, tenant parking, and views at Papajohn Sculpture Park.

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    Mixed-Use Restaurant With Apartment
    Mixed-Use Restaurant With Apartment

    1850 Easton Boulevard, Des Moines, IA 50316

    $190,000
    1,168 sqft

    Restaurant space with food-service equipment and an upstairs residence supported by a current rental certificate.

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    Des Moines, IA Restaurants Lease Rates & Market Statistics

    Browse 12 Restaurants for lease in Des Moines, IA on Realmo, a commercial real estate marketplace serving the Des Moines area. The current inventory totals 191,311 square feet of properties — an average of ~15,950 SF per listing.

    Restaurants lease rates in Des Moines range from $24 SF/Yr at the entry level to $29 SF/Yr at the top of the market, averaging $26.50 SF/Yr. Pricing across the market is relatively uniform, which simplifies like-for-like comparison between listings. At $26.50 SF/Yr, the local average runs 33% above Iowa's state average of $19.86 SF/Yr.

    Des Moines accounts for 43% of the 28 restaurants currently available across Polk County, where nearby markets include West Des Moines and Ankeny. By space type, the market includes 7 conventional restaurants and 3 bars & pubs.

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