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SVN CREATE SVN | CREATE provides sales, leasing, corporate services and property management services to clients across Iowa. For more information, visit www.svncreate.com.

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Now available for lease: Elkhart Flex Development at 1310 W Walnut St. in Elkhart, IA.This new spec flex and build-to-su...
06/23/2026

Now available for lease: Elkhart Flex Development at 1310 W Walnut St. in Elkhart, IA.

This new spec flex and build-to-suit industrial development offers flexible space options ranging from 1,500 - 60,600 SF, with drive-thru bays, outdoor storage availability, and convenient access just 2 minutes from I-35 and 3 miles from Ankeny.

Property highlights include:
18-20 bays
3-Year 100% Tax Abatement
18' clear height with 23' peak
100 amp, 3 Phase power available for each bay
Customizable options available

For leasing details, contact Jack Luster, Nora Walsh, or Harrison Haynes.

06/22/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 4th Annual SVN | CREATE Golf Outing.

This year’s outing brought our team together for a great day of connection, appreciation, and a little friendly competition. It was a nice opportunity to step away from the office, spend time together, and celebrate the people who make SVN | CREATE what it is.

We’re grateful for everyone who helped make the day such a success, and we’re already looking forward to next year!

Merle Hay Tower presents a unique redevelopment opportunity with direct indoor access to Merle Hay Mall.The property fea...
06/18/2026

Merle Hay Tower presents a unique redevelopment opportunity with direct indoor access to Merle Hay Mall.

The property features six 9,000 SF floors, two passenger elevators, an attached former theater of approximately 12,400 SF, and additional mezzanine space. Located along high-traffic Merle Hay Road with nearby transit, ample parking, and walkable access to retail, dining, grocery, and entertainment, the site offers strong potential for adaptive reuse.

Potential future uses may include seniors housing, multifamily, medical, event, dining, or mixed-use redevelopment.

Contact our team for more information.

Selling commercial real estate takes more than putting a property on the market; strategy, exposure, and advisor collabo...
06/17/2026

Selling commercial real estate takes more than putting a property on the market; strategy, exposure, and advisor collaboration matter.

SVN listings move from listing to sale 22% faster than the market average, according to SVN Research analysis of CoStar transaction data.

That means SVN listings average 8.5 months from listing to sale compared to an 11.0-month market average.

At SVN | CREATE, we’re proud to help clients market their properties with the support of a national platform and a local team that understands the Iowa market.

New Listing | Redevelopment Land OpportunityLocated at 5706 SW 9th Street sits a 0.632-acre redevelopment land opportuni...
06/16/2026

New Listing | Redevelopment Land Opportunity

Located at 5706 SW 9th Street sits a 0.632-acre redevelopment land opportunity located along the SW 9th Street corridor in Des Moines, Iowa.

The site features NX1 — Neighborhood Mix District zoning, a rectangular and buildable lot configuration, and access to existing utilities. Positioned within the 7 SW 9th Corridor SSMID, the property offers a compelling opportunity for buyers evaluating future neighborhood-scale redevelopment potential.

Property Details:
• 5706 SW 9th Street, Des Moines, IA 50315
• $295,000
• 0.632 Acres / 27,546 SF
• NX1 Zoning
• Redevelopment Land Opportunity

For additional information, contact:
Nora Walsh
515.259.1041
[email protected]

SVN Research’s June 11 Economic Update highlights a market still working through mixed signals.Inflation accelerated, th...
06/15/2026

SVN Research’s June 11 Economic Update highlights a market still working through mixed signals.

Inflation accelerated, the labor market remained steady, and borrowing costs continue to pressure broader commercial real estate performance. At the same time, logistics activity remains strong, inventory rebuilding is supporting warehouse demand, and data center construction continues to stand out.

For owners, investors, and businesses, the takeaway is clear: market conditions are still shifting, and staying informed is key to making confident real estate decisions.

Source: SVN Research Economic Update | June 11, 2026

Prime downtown opportunity in the Historic Court District.310 Court Ave offers 7,999 SF of main-level restaurant/retail ...
06/11/2026

Prime downtown opportunity in the Historic Court District.

310 Court Ave offers 7,999 SF of main-level restaurant/retail space with historic character, expansive windows, an exterior patio, DX2 zoning, and a fully equipped kitchen; all in one of Downtown Des Moines’ most recognizable corridors.

This property may also present a potential incentive opportunity through the City of Des Moines’ Restore the Core DSM Ground Floor Activation program for qualifying users and eligible permanent improvements.

Learn more about this opportunity on our website at svncreate.com
or
Contact the SVN | CREATE team for details

New Industrial Space for Lease | Elkhart Flex DevelopmentElkhart Flex Development offers flexible industrial space at 39...
06/05/2026

New Industrial Space for Lease | Elkhart Flex Development

Elkhart Flex Development offers flexible industrial space at 3906 Northeast 126th Avenue in Elkhart, IA, with 1,500–60,600 SF available for lease or build-to-suit.

This new development is designed for users needing functional warehouse/flex space with optional outdoor storage, drive-thru bay potential, 18' clear height with 23' peak, 100 amp 3-phase power available for each bay, and customizable options such as floor drains, A/C, additional lighting, fans, and more.

Located just minutes from I-35 and near Ankeny, this site offers a strategic Central Iowa location for manufacturing, warehousing, distribution, contractors, and other industrial users

Contact Jack Luster, Nora Walsh, or Harrison Haynes for more information.

In commercial real estate, the deal itself is only one piece of the equation.A successful outcome often depends on every...
06/03/2026

In commercial real estate, the deal itself is only one piece of the equation.

A successful outcome often depends on everything surrounding the transaction:
Market research.
Valuation.
Site selection.
Marketing strategy.
Financial analysis.
Lease review.
Negotiation.
Property positioning.
Buyer, tenant, and investor outreach.
Transaction coordination.
Ongoing advisory.

When those pieces are scattered across different vendors, platforms, and disconnected conversations, opportunities can slow down or lose momentum.

That’s why having everything under one roof matters.

At SVN | CREATE, we are built to support clients through the full commercial real estate process, not just one isolated step. Our team brings together brokerage, advisory, marketing, research, transaction support, and market knowledge so clients can move with more clarity and confidence.

For property owners, that means your asset is not just listed. It is positioned, marketed, analyzed, and actively represented.

For tenants and buyers, it means your search is not just about finding available space. It is about understanding the market, comparing options, evaluating long-term fit, and making informed decisions.

For investors and developers, it means having a team that can look at the bigger picture: location, demand drivers, competition, tenant mix, pricing, and future value.

Commercial real estate decisions are too important to be handled in fragments.

The best outcomes happen when strategy, data, marketing, and ex*****on are aligned from the start.

That is the advantage of having everything under one roof.

That is the value we aim to bring at SVN | CREATE.

Restaurant Space Available for Lease | 4212 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, IAThis 1,832 RSF restaurant-ready space offers e...
06/02/2026

Restaurant Space Available for Lease | 4212 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, IA

This 1,832 RSF restaurant-ready space offers exceptional visibility at the signalized intersection of Merle Hay Road and NW Aurora Avenue.

Now located next to Moe's Southwest Grill, this opportunity benefits from strong traffic counts, dense surrounding neighborhoods, and a well-established retail trade area.

For additional information or to schedule a tour:

Heath D. Bullock, CCIM, SIOR:
515.554.7412 - [email protected]

Nora Walsh:
515.259.1041 - [email protected]

Address

2700 Westown Pkwy, Suite 200
West Des Moines, IA
50266

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Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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