Des Moines, IA Retail Space for Lease

Browse 36 listing(s) for retail spaces across Des Moines, IA.

Stefon Plaza

200 Army Post Road, South Des Moines, Des Moines, IA
Space Type

Retail
For Lease

$9.75/SF/YR
3 spaces available / 1,400 - 2,800 SF
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1111 East 14th Street

1111 East 14th Street, Capitol Park, Des Moines, IA
Space Type

Retail
For Lease

$25.00/SF/YR
1 space available / 11,050 SF
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1301 Locust St

1301 Locust St, Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA
Space Type

Retail
For Lease

$366.67/MO
1 space available / 2,450 SF
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401 SE 6th St

401 SE 6th St, Historic East Village, Des Moines, IA
Space Type

Retail
For Lease Contact for pricing

1 space available / 2,155 SF
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Retail Space Rents in Des Moines, IA

Rent costs for this type of commercial space depend on a variety of factors. The foremost of these is location, which will dictate how accessible a business is and how much foot traffic it gets. Other factors, such as space type and lease structure, also come into play. On average, retail space for lease in Des Moines asks $16.59 per square foot.

Retail Space Lease Types in Des Moines, IA

The most common type of lease agreement you’ll find here is NNN, with 19 space(s) available under this type of arrangement. The local market is also home to 2 retail space(s) offered under a Modified Gross lease agreement type, and 2 Full Service listing(s).

Most Common Type of Lease for Retail Buildings in Des Moines, IA

NNN 19
Modified Gross 2
Full Service 2

Average Size of Retail Space for Lease in Des Moines, IA

The average size for this type of rental opportunity in Des Moines is 1,000 sqft to 2,500 sqft. Currently, the local market offers 26 listing(s) within that size range. You can also search 14 listing(s) in the 2,500 sqft to 5,000 sqft range. It should be noted that spaces in this real estate category are generally specialized to cater to the needs of a particular business, so the average sizes of different retail space types can vary greatly.

Retail Space Types You Can Lease in Des Moines, IA

Retail space in Des Moines comes in all types, shapes, and sizes, so you have a good chance to find the right space for your business. The most common type here is listed as Street Retail and you can find 6 such space(s) available.  

Street Retail spaces listed for rent here have an average size of 2,420 square feet. You’ll find street retail spaces are mostly located in urban and suburban areas that have high foot traffic. This type of space is often a great choice for smaller retailers that are looking for well-positioned points of sale.

The local market is also home to 4 space(s) listed as Restaurant. The average size you can expect to find for this category is 5,393 square feet. Retail space specialized for restaurants usually includes ample seating areas and enough room for the safe preparation of food. Restaurant spaces may be embedded in a larger mall or can be freestanding buildings.

However, besides these popular subtypes, the market has a lot to offer for entrepreneurs looking for the right space to promote their business and get their goods to customers.

Top Locations to Lease Retail Space in Des Moines, IA

In general, the most successful retail businesses are located within relatively close proximity of each other, which leads to some neighborhoods becoming famous shopping destinations. Even in the case of suburban strip malls, the simple fact that so many different products can be purchased under the same roof can encourage customers to spend more.

Downtown Des Moines is your top choice for lease opportunities, as it is currently home to the highest number of listings — 19 retail space(s). The most popular space type here is Restaurant. You can find 4 such listing(s) here.

Des Moines’s second most popular area is Historic East Village, where you can find 6 retail listing(s).

Drake is also among the best areas to search for your next commercial space. Here you can find 5 retail space(s) available for consideration by prospective tenants.

Top Locations to Lease Retail Space in Des Moines, IA

Downtown Des Moines

Historic East Village

Drake

Waveland Park

South Des Moines

Key Factors to Consider When Choosing a Retail Space for Lease

When you’re looking to give your business a storefront, there are a lot of decisions to be made. The first choice is, of course, location. You’ll have to decide whether your business would operate better in the heart of the city or if it is more likely to thrive in a suburban setting.

Data based on retail spaces listed for rent on CommercialSearch.com

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Des Moines, IA Retail Space for Lease

Stefon Plaza

1111 East 14th Street

1301 Locust St

401 SE 6th St

Retail Space Rents in Des Moines, IA

Retail Space Lease Types in Des Moines, IA

Most Common Type of Lease for Retail Buildings in Des Moines, IA

Average Size of Retail Space for Lease in Des Moines, IA

Retail Space Types You Can Lease in Des Moines, IA

Top Locations to Lease Retail Space in Des Moines, IA

Top Locations to Lease Retail Space in Des Moines, IA

Key Factors to Consider When Choosing a Retail Space for Lease

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