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Axios
Vacant office tower at Merle Hay Mall pitched for senior housing
Merle Hay Mall's vacant office tower could become senior housing while its former theater could be demolished to make way for an outdoor plaza, redevelopment plans shared with Axios show. Why it matters: The proposal would convert aging mall space into affordable senior housing and advance Merle Hay's long-running shift...
The Des Moines Register
Motley School Tavern closes abruptly a year after being sold
Beaverdale lost a neighborhood restaurant a year after new owners took over. Motley School Tavern had grown into a Beaverdale neighborhood restaurant known for playful, comfort-forward cooking served from breakfast and brunch through dinner and cocktails. The restaurant opened in July 2019, taking over the former Chef’s Kitchen space on Beaver Avenue. In September 2025, MST, as it was affectionately known locally, entered a new chapter when founder‑chef Nic Gonwa sold the restaurant to real estate agents Emily and Chao Lin, a local couple (he grew up in China; she met him there). More: Six James Beard semifinalist noms are now under one Des Moines roof On Sept. 4, the owners posted that the restaurant would close to look at what comes next. “Motley School Tavern will be closed at this time as we take a step back and evaluate our next steps,” the message said. “We are grateful for everyone who has supported us, dined with us, worked with us, and shared memories here. “We’ll share updates when we have more information. Thank you for your patience, kindness, and support.” What's the history behind Motley School Tavern? Executive chef Caelen Thorn , who worked with Gonwa and took over
WHO 13
Valley West Mall could finally have new owner as residents look ahead
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa – After sitting mostly empty for years, Valley West Mall in West Des Moines could be one step closer to redevelopment. A Polk County judge has approved a purchase agreement for the 58-acre property, though the identity of the potential buyer remains confidential. Court documents filed Monday do not name the […]
Des Moines Business Record
NOTABLE TRANSACTIONS: Developer acquires historic warehouse in Des Moines
Developer Tim Rypma, doing business as Threshing Warehouse LLC, has acquired warehouse property at 108 E. Fourth St. in Des Moines for $1.6 million, Polk County real estate records show. Rypma acquired the property from Steven and Diane Kreutzer and Lori and Mark Klein. According to information on the city...
WHO 13
Waukee Towne Center unveils first round of tenants
WAUKEE, Iowa — Waukee Towne Center unveiled the first round of tenants last week. In July, officials said they were eyeing a 2027 grand opening for the shopping, dining, and entertainment development located at the intersection of Hickman and Alice’s Road. On Friday, they announced some of the first tenants, listed below. Retail options include: […]
Des Moines Business Record
NOTABLE TRANSACTIONS: Warehouse properties sold in southwest Des Moines
3743 Archer LLC, located in Des Moines, has acquired two properties in southwest Des Moines, near the Des Moines International Airport, Polk County real estate records show. The entity paid Next Phase Development 7901 SW 22nd Street LLC $3.7 million for property at 7700 SW 22nd St., records show. The 2.3-acre parcel includes a 26,140-square-foot warehouse built in 2025. The property is valued at $3.7 million.
Des Moines Business Record
R&R Realty continues Three Fountains improvements
Investing in a building’s common area and its heating and cooling system may seem like small changes, but they can make the space more welcoming and comfortable for tenants while also helping companies attract and retain talent, said Paul Rupprecht, executive vice president at R&R Realty Group. That’s why...
iheart.com
Des Moines Housing Market Sees Consistent Activity in July
(Des Moines, IA) -- The Des Moines metro housing market continues to see consistent activity this summer season. Scott Steelman with Des Moines Area Association of Realtors says "consistent" is a good description of the metro housing market: "I think that's a pretty good way to detail our market. We see a consistency from month to month or quarter to quarter, depending on how you view it. So I would say we're still in that stable to possibly a buyer's market through the end of the summer."