5706 SW 9th St, Des Moines, IA for sale

Investment Overview

A prime commercial investment opportunity at 5706 SW 9th Street situated in the vibrant South Des Moines submarket. This highly visible property boasts a 0.632-acre rectangular lot encompassing 27,546 square feet with highly versatile NX1 (Neighborhood Mix District) zoning, perfectly positioning it for continued retail or commercial use. The primary asset is a charming 1,503-square-foot, 1.5-story retail building originally constructed in 1920 and upgraded with a remodel in 2005. The building features 980 square feet of primary main-level space, a 523-square-foot upper level, and an additional 960-square-foot unfinished basement ideal for storage or expansion. Adding to the tremendous utility of the site are two functional outbuildings: a classic 396-square-foot frame garage with a loft and a durable 144-square-foot masonry shed. Located within the 7 SW 9th Corridor SSMID, this property holds a 2025 assessed value of $212,000, representing a solid, well-positioned asset in a recognized commercial thoroughfare.

Investment Highlights

• Prime Location: Located at 5706 SW 9th Street in the South Des Moines submarket, directly within the 7 SW 9th Corridor.
• Favorable Zoning: Zoned NX1 (Neighborhood Mix District), offering robust flexibility for retail and mixed neighborhood uses.
• Generous Lot Size: Features a highly usable, rectangular 0.632-acre (27,546 sq. ft.) lot with normal topography.
• Retail Building Specs: A conventional 1.5-story structure offering 1,503 square feet of finished area, supplemented by a 960-square-foot unfinished basement and a 150-square-foot open porch.
• Construction Details: Built in 1920 and remodeled in 2005, featuring wood siding, a brick foundation, an asphalt shingle gable roof, and gravity hot air heating.
• Value-Add Outbuildings: The site includes a 12x12 foot masonry shed (built in 1957) and an 18x22 foot frame garage with a loft (built in 1940), both maintained in normal condition.
• Current Valuation: Fully classified for commercial retail occupancy, with a strong 2025 total assessed value of $212,000.