Featured Property: NE 56th St. & NE 62nd Ave.

73 ACRES OF PRIME DATA CENTER & INDUSTRIAL LAND—POWER AND INFRASTRUCTURE IN PLACE

If your operation requires scale, infrastructure, and connectivity, this site is ready to deliver. Located at NE 56th Street and NE 62nd Avenue in Altoona, IA, this 73.354-acre property offers prime data center and industrial land in one of the fastest-growing markets in the Midwest.

 

The site is zoned Light Industrial and includes essential infrastructure already in place. Water, sewer, and electrical utilities are available to the site, positioning future users for streamlined development. The property is also intersected by 345kV and 161kV transmission lines, with a MidAmerican Energy substation located directly across the street — reinforcing the area’s strong electrical infrastructure.

INFRASTRUCTURE THAT SUPPORTS GROWTH

This property delivers on both accessibility and utility. With water, sewer, and electrical infrastructure in place, the site is well-prepared for industrial development. Its location provides direct access to Interstate 80 and Interstate 35, allowing businesses to efficiently connect to regional and national markets. The site also offers proximity to Des Moines International Airport, major rail lines, and key logistics corridors throughout Central Iowa.

 

Combined with the surrounding electrical infrastructure, this location provides the core systems industrial and technology businesses look for when planning long-term investment.

STRATEGICALLY POSITIONED IN A GROWING MARKET

The Greater Des Moines area continues to lead industrial growth in the Midwest. With expanding renewable energy infrastructure, growing technology investment, and continued development of logistics capabilities, the region positions forward-thinking companies for long-term success.

Altoona plays a key role in that momentum. Located just east of Des Moines, the city has become a preferred destination for industrial and manufacturing users seeking access to workforce talent, modern infrastructure, and business-friendly leadership.

Businesses located here benefit from competitive operating costs, strong regional connectivity, and a skilled workforce — making Altoona one of Central Iowa’s most attractive locations for industrial expansion.

Explore full property details and site information here.

IMPORTANT AREA DEMOGRAPHICS

Within 3 Miles
Population: 25,527
Households: 9,694
Average Household Income: $108,622

Within 5 Miles
Population: 57,147
Households: 21,517
Average Household Income: $108,011

Within 10 Miles
Population: 274,250
Households: 108,288
Average Household Income: $102,114

KEY HIGHLIGHTS

  • 354 acres of data center and industrial land for sale
  • Light Industrial zoning
  • Accessible water, sewer, and electrical infrastructure
  • 345kV and 161kV transmission lines on property
  • MidAmerican Energy substation located directly across the street
  • Excellent access to Interstate 80 and Interstate 35
  • Located in Altoona, a fast-growing industrial market
  • Strong workforce and regional logistics network
  • Ideal location for data centers, manufacturing, logistics, and industrial users

LEARN MORE

Interested in this property? Contact Chad Quick, Economic Development Director for the City of Altoona, to learn more.

Chad Quick
Economic Development Director
City of Altoona
(515) 967-5136
cquick@altoona-iowa.com