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10841 Douglas Avenue: A High-Return Development Opportunity

Market Ready

This project starts with clear parameters: To be considered, proposals should address how a substantive portion of the project serves households at or below 60% AMI, include 2- and 3-bedroom units, and guarantee affordability for at least 20 years. Beyond those core requirements, we are wide open to creativity (and encourage it). Urbandale is seeking a development team that brings vision, expertise, and bold ideas to unlock the full potential of this central corridor.

The site itself has already cleared major hurdles. The former structures have been demolished (see images below), and Urbandale’s designation as an Iowa Thriving Community provides application advantages that strengthen project viability. Located on Douglas Avenue—one of the City’s primary east–west arteries with more than 25,000 vehicles per day—the property offers unmatched visibility in a high-traffic, high-demand corridor. With established neighborhoods and thriving retail on all sides, this site is positioned for both community impact and investor success.

The Urbandale Advantage

Urbandale is consistently ranked as one of Iowa’s most desirable communities. With application advantages secured, momentum on your side, and a City committed to collaboration, 10841 Douglas Avenue is the place to develop your next project.

Iowa Thriving Community Advantages:

Urbandale’s designation as an Iowa Thriving Community offers advantages to LIHTC applications for development on this site.

High-Demand Corridor:

Douglas Avenue is a major east–west connector, offering exceptional visibility and access.

Shovel-Ready Redevelopment:

The site is owned by the City and zoning flexibility is on the table.

Strong Housing Demand:

Market studies and Urbandale’s Comprehensive Plan call for more housing.

Workforce Pipeline:

A thriving workforce pipeline anchored by metro employers and strong schools.

Proactive Performance:

A business-friendly climate, streamlined approvals, and proactive City partnerships.

Partnership-Ready:

Proven success with projects like Lillis Lofts and The View on Hickman, blending affordability, design, and community value.

We’ve Got Big Plans:

A long-term Comprehensive Plan that prioritizes Douglas Avenue as a focus area for revitalization and reinvestment.

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