4550 Merle Hay Rd

4550 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA 50310

Property Information

  • For Sale $2,500,000
  • Property Type Retail - Street Retail
  • Property Size 11,196 SF
  • Lot Size 0.53 Acre
  • Year Built 1980
  • Date Updated Nov 7, 2026

Description

Positioned in Des Moines, the property benefits from access to one of Iowa’s primary retail and business hubs. The Merle Hay corridor is a well-known commercial area, supported by established surrounding neighborhoods and a steady mix of shopping, dining, and everyday services that appeal to a broad consumer base. Nearby destinations include Merle Hay Mall and the greater retail concentration along Merle Hay Road, offering investors a recognizable trade area with longstanding consumer activity. Des Moines also provides the advantages of a major metro center, with regional employers, community amenities, and connectivity that support continued retail relevance across the market.4550 Merle Hay Road presents a rare opportunity to purchase a former car dealership in Des Moines. The property features an 11,196 SF street retail building situated on a prominent commercial corridor. The single-story asset, built in 1980, offers a functional layout with potential for continued automotive use, retail operations, or other commercial applications. Zoned C-H, the property provides flexibility for a variety of commercial uses. With its existing dealership configuration, established location, and potential for repositioning, this is a unique opportunity for investors, automotive operators, or owner-users looking to acquire a commercial property with significant potential.

Highlights

  • 11,196 SF street retail building
  • Adaptable for retail operations
  • Built in 1980
  • Existing dealership configuration
  • Former car dealership property
  • Functional layout for commercial operations
  • Opportunity for repositioning
  • Potential for other commercial applications
  • Single-building asset
  • Single-story building
  • Street retail positioning
  • Suitable for continued automotive use
  • Zoned C-H

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Location

Located at 4550 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA 50310, this property is part of the Urbandale neighborhood and Des Moines market.

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