5706 SW 9th St

Strategically positioned within the South Des Moines submarket, the subject property is located at 5706 SW 9th Street, Des Moines, Iowa 50315. Encompassing a generous 0.632-acre (27,546 square feet) footprint, this prime rectangular parcel features normal topography with entirely buildable, fully occupied land. The site is situated within the Nichols Place subdivision, specifically encompassing Lots 7 and 8, and is incorporated within the City of Des Moines jurisdiction and the Des Moines school district. Notably, the asset benefits from its inclusion in the 7 SW 9th Corridor SSMID (Self-Supported Municipal Improvement District) and the specific DM42/B neighborhood pocket. Operating under an NX1 (Neighborhood Mix District) zoning designation, this location offers a highly versatile environment ideally suited for continued commercial or retail applications within a well-established urban corridor.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.