Completely rebuilt from the studs in 2022, this beautifully renovated home offers the perfect combination of modern finishes, functional space, and investment potential. Featuring 3 spacious bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, plus a 4th nonconforming bedroom, there's plenty of room for family, guests, a home office, or workout space. Previously rented for $2,300 per month, this property presents an excellent opportunity for both homeowners and investors. The extensive renovation provides peace of mind while delivering today's most sought-after features and finishes. Outside, you'll appreciate the convenience of off-street parking, and the home is vacant and move-in ready for its next owner. Whether you're searching for your next home or a turnkey investment property, this one checks all the boxes!
Discover an incredible opportunity to own a beautifully remodeled home in Des Moines! This move-in-ready property features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, plus 2 non-conforming bedrooms, providing flexible space for guests, a home office, workout room, or hobby area. The home underwent a complete remodel in 2024, including a new central air conditioning system, new water heater, and new sump pump, giving buyers added peace of mind. Previously rented for $1,800 per month, this property offers excellent potential as an owner-occupied home or investment opportunity. Enjoy the convenience of off-street parking and a functional layout with plenty of versatile living space. Whether you're looking to expand your rental portfolio or purchase an affordable, updated home, this property is one you won't want to miss. Schedule your private showing today!
Don't miss this outstanding income-producing investment opportunity featuring 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a separate lot, and exceptional parking amenities. This well-maintained property is tenant occupied with a lease in place through July 2027, generating $2,500 per month in rental income, making it an ideal turnkey addition to your investment portfolio. The home underwent a complete interior remodel in 2023, including all new windows, creating an updated, modern living space while minimizing future maintenance. The roof is less than 10 years old, and the seller reports no known issues, offering added confidence for the next owner. An added bonus is 2705 College Ave, which includes a detached one-car garage along with surface parking for tenants of both 2703 and 2707, providing valuable off-street parking rarely found in the area. Whether you're a seasoned investor or looking to begin building your real estate portfolio, this property delivers immediate cash flow with long-term stability.
Looking for a cash-flowing rental with zero lease-up risk? This fully remodeled 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home in DesMoines' desirable Northwest submarket is ready to perform from day one. Completely renovated inside in 2023, this Colonial-style home combines classic 1896 character arched detailing, solid masonry foundation, and durable metal siding with modern, move-in-ready finishes throughout. The home sits on a generous 6,750 sq ft (0.155-acre) lot with a 50' frontage, gas forced-air heat, central air, and a functional basement for storage or mechanicals. The best part for investors: the property is already tenant-occupied at $2,300/month, with the lease secured through July 2027 offering an incoming owner immediate, predictable cash flow and no vacancy gap.
Beautifully remodeled 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath stucco home offering over 1,900 finished square feet of living space while blending modern updates with timeless character. This move-in-ready home features new flooring throughout, a beautifully updated kitchen with contemporary finishes, tall ceilings, and an original fireplace that serves as a stunning focal point, adding warmth and historic charm to the main living area. The inviting enclosed front porch provides the perfect space to enjoy your morning coffee or relax year-round. The spacious floor plan offers generous living areas, comfortable bedroom sizes, abundant natural light, and architectural details that enhance the home's character. Outside, you'll find a detached 2-car garage, mature surroundings, and a location on a quiet, established street. Thoughtful renovations have preserved the home's classic charm while incorporating today's modern updates, making this home truly move-in ready.
Impeccably maintained and full of timeless character, this charming 1920 home offers 1,859 sq' finished in one of Des Moines' most desirable zip codes. The inviting front porch sets the stage for a home filled with beautiful woodwork, a cozy family room with fireplace, main floor office/study, spacious formal dining room, newer flooring, new carpet and generous storage throughout. The kitchen features a gas range, updated appliances including gas range and built-in banquet dining area perfect for morning coffee or casual meals. Updated bath with oversized tile shower and charming wainscoting. The entire upper level is one expansive, light-filled room with hardwood floors and generous closet space, offering endless possibilities-including an incredible primary retreat. Major updates include newer windows, newer roof, new deck, reverse osmosis system, waterproofed basement and new water heater. Fully fenced yard. All appliances included. With three bedrooms and two baths, this home offers the perfect blend of historic charm and modern piece of mind. A rare opportunity to own a classic home in outstanding condition that has been lovingly cared for inside and out! All information obtained from seller and public records.
Wow! Take a look at this wonderfully maintained and elegantly improved 3 bed 4 bath home in the Cottage Grove area. Updated kitchen with an open concept, updated baths, and new carpet and paint! Each bedroom has its own en suite bath! Pool in the backyard is filled and ready to enjoy the rest of summer. Close to interstate, Beaverdale, Downtown and bike trails! This would make an excellent airbnb or home for large or blended family.
This charming ranch home in the desirable Des Moines/Windsor Heights area is ready for you! The main level features three bedrooms, a full bath, a spacious kitchen, and beautiful hardwood floors throughout its thoughtfully designed layout. Downstairs, you’ll find a fourth bedroom, ¾ bath, additional living space, and storage. Best of all is the adorable studio/shed in the backyard—complete with electricity and a fireplace—perfect for a home office, yoga studio, art space, or kids’ playhouse. The possibilities are endless! Enjoy easy access to I-235, nearby shops, and great restaurants. Schedule your private tour today and make this gem yours!
Completely updated and move-in ready! This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers the perfect blend of character and modern updates. Inside, you'll find beautiful new flooring throughout, updated bathrooms, replacement windows, and a remodeled kitchen featuring new cabinets and countertops. Major exterior improvements include new siding, a newer roof (2023), new gutters, and updated heating and central air systems (2026), giving buyers added peace of mind. The seller also notes that the basement experienced water during heavy rains prior to the gutter replacement, which has since been addressed. Conveniently located just minutes from Drake University, downtown Des Moines, shopping, restaurants, and parks, this home offers easy access to everything the city has to offer. With approximately 1,109 finished square feet on a 4,826 square foot lot. Schedule your private showing today! All information obtained from Seller and public records.
Opportunity is knocking in the desirable Waveland neighborhood! This charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath bungalow is the perfect opportunity for an owner-occupant or investor looking to add their personal touches. Recent updates include a new roof and gutters, plus professionally braced basement walls. Inside, you’ll find an open-concept layout connecting the living room, dining area, and kitchen, creating a bright and functional space. Step outside to a spacious rear deck that’s already wired for a hot tub, plus a nice 4 season porch at the front of the home—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The basement offers even more potential, with framing, electrical, and insulation already in place for future finishing. Located just north of University Avenue in the sought-after Waveland neighborhood, you’ll enjoy quick access to shopping, dining, parks, golf, and downtown Des Moines. Best of all, this home qualifies for both NFC financing and the Invest DSM grant program, providing excellent opportunities for buyers to make improvements and build equity. Don’t miss your chance to make this affordable Waveland home your own!
Some homes simply tell a story. This updated home blends timeless craftsmanship w/thoughtfully selected modern finishes, creating a space that feels both fresh and familiar. From the moment you step inside, you'll appreciate the warmth of original hardwood floors, classic built-ins, rich woodwork, character that only an established home can offer. Yes even those charming squeaky floors that remind you this home has been loved for generations. The fully remodeled kitchen is the perfect contrast, featuring stunning quartz countertops, crisp white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a farmhouse sink, subway tile backsplash, and a spacious island that naturally becomes the heart of the home. Sun-filled living and dining spaces flow effortlessly, while a dedicated office with custom built-ins offers the ideal work-from-home retreat. Outside, the magic continues. Beautifully landscaped gardens, mature trees, raised garden beds, lush lawn, brick patio, and outdoor gathering spaces create a private backyard oasis perfect for entertaining or quiet evenings at home. A detached 2CAGA, fully fenced yard, and charming curb appeal complete the package. The lower level offers abundant storage, laundry, or workshop space. If you've been searching for the perfect balance of historic charm and today's modern conveniences, this where old meets new in all the right ways. This is more than a house—it's the kind of home that welcomes you the moment you arrive.
Classic Craftsman character meets an unbeatable location in this 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom home offering nearly 1,300 square feet of finish. Relax on the inviting front porch, then step inside to find fresh paint, new lighting, beautiful built-ins surrounding a cozy brick fireplace, a formal dining room, and a rare oversized kitchen with abundant cabinet space plus a charming breakfast nook. One bedroom includes an attached bonus room that would make a perfect home office, nursery, sitting room, or flex space. The main bathroom has been refreshed with a new tub surround and updated hardware. Downstairs, the basement is ready for your finishing touches and already includes a second bathroom. Outside, you'll love the fully fenced backyard with mature trees, a detached one car garage, and the picturesque tree-lined street. Located within an Invest DSM neighborhood, this home may qualify for funding opportunities for future improvements. Just a short walk to the Shops at Roosevelt, Waveland Cafe, Waveland Golf Course, and nearby bike trails, this home offers the perfect blend of character, convenience, and opportunity. Welcome home.
Step into timeless charm with this beautifully crafted two-story historic farmhouse replica, built in 2012 and ideally located in a desirable and historic Drake neighborhood. Enjoy relaxing on the inviting front porch or entertaining on the spacious back deck. Offering 2,218 total finished square feet, this home features hardwood floors throughout the main level, solid-core doors, and an impressive extra-wide staircase. The gourmet kitchen boasts ceiling-height cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a peninsula with bar seating. With 5 spacious bedrooms, 3 full baths, and a powder room, there’s room for everyone. The primary suite offers a large walk-in closet, while the finished lower level includes two bedrooms, a full bath, and flexible living space perfect for guests, teens, or multigenerational living. Convenient main-level laundry and exceptional craftsmanship complete this one-of-a-kind home.
Large home with newer vinyl siding, vinyl windows, new roof, concrete driveway plus parking pad. Second floor laundry, hardwood floors, newer interior paint.
Tucked away just off University Ave., Waveland Village is one of Des Moines' hidden gems, known for its timeless Bauhaus-inspired architecture, secure keyed entry, and peaceful setting. This highly sought-after main-floor condo offers the largest floorplan in the community offering 1,224 sq. ft. What truly sets this home apart is its rare combination of space, views, and outdoor living. Unlike most condos, this unit features two private outdoor spaces. The first is a covered patio off the living room overlooking the secluded community pool and tranquil bird sanctuary. The second is a private walkout patio off the primary suite where you can relax with beautiful views of the garden, green space, and the scenic Waveland Golf Course—a truly unique feature, as very few condo communities in Des Moines offer golf course views. The open-concept layout is filled with natural light and includes a flexible bonus nook that creates the perfect space for a home office, reading retreat, or hobby area, making the layout as functional as it is inviting. This home offers two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and the convenience of a laundry room located on the same floor. Secure building access, covered parking, a community/game room, beautifully maintained grounds, and exceptional amenities designed for carefree living. HOA dues cover all utilities except electric and internet and the building is equipped with Google Fiber. If you like simplicity, nature, and convivence, this may be your next home.
This home in the Waveland Park neighborhood is ready for new owners. Hardwood floors throughout with dining space that opens up to the living room and 3 season porch. Updated bathroom with 2 bedrooms on the main. Updated kitchen has stainless steel appliances, updated cabinets, countertops, tile backsplash, and lighting. Upstairs is ready to be finished for another bedroom. Lots of storage space in the basement and entertainment space. Outside is a partially fenced in yard and oversized 2 car garage.
Located on the boulevard in the charming Forestdale neighborhood, this classic Tudor blends timeless character with thoughtful modern updates. The main floor features hardwood floors, arched doorways, a large living room with a gas fireplace, a formal dining room, and a half bath. The updated kitchen boasts custom white cabinets, quartz countertops, and stainless steel appliances. Upstairs, you'll find a large primary bedroom, two additional bedrooms with walk-in closets, and a full bath. A massive attic offers excellent storage or future finished space. Outdoor living includes a private back patio and a side patio overlooking the tree-lined street. The attached 1-car garage provides basement access and leads to a historic coal shed—perfect for storing bikes, tools, and gear. Major updates: Gas Fireplace & Side Patio (2020), Gutters (2021), Storm Windows, Electrical, Furnace, & Attic Insulation (2022), Water Heater (2023).
INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY! This property offers incredible potential for the savvy buyer looking for their next flip or rehab project. This home is in an amazing location featuring a solid layout with 10 ft ceilings in the living room and a spacious lot. New Furnace and water heater in 2025. Home is being sold as is.
Timeless Craftsman character blends beautifully with contemporary-styled kitchen & baths in unbeatable location! On the bike path & bus route and only a few blocks west of Drake University, the vibrant Ingersoll District, and quick access to I-235, downtown, hospitals, Roosevelt High School, the Des Moines Playhouse, and several houses of worship. Listen for the soothing mellow sound of church bells as you relax in the newly landscaped private backyard sanctuary. Watch the world go by reflectng on your day sitting on your shady front porch in this walkable neighborhood. Off the living room is your own work-from-home office with elegant French doors. Large kitchen features contemporary cabinetry plus NEW SS refridgerator & NEW dishwasher. The formal dining room & living room offer ample space for entertaining. Contemporary glass & ceramic tile walls & vessel sinks set off the half bath on the main floor and full bath upstairs. New in June: Interior and exterior paint, four NEW light fixtures & ceiling fan and motion-sensor yard light, NEW Greige colored friese carpet over original hardwood floors (both on main floor & upstairs), NEW garbage disposal, some NEW plumbing, two NEW kitchen appliances (above), NEW garage door and NEW back storm door. No worries about the solid furnace, central air, water heater & roof. Solid historic home. Not a flip. This is a rare beauty. Act fast before it's gone.
Mid-Century Modern enthusiasts, this is the one you've been waiting for. Tucked into Waveland woods this home is beautifully preserved and largely untouched, this home showcases original kitchen cabinetry, trim, doors, and windows in remarkable condition. Situated on a rare double lot, the property offers endless possibilities for gardening, urban farming, expansion, or recreation. A mature rain garden adds character and function, while many of the home's major systems still have plenty of life remaining. Authentic Mid-Century homes like this don't come along often. Contact your buyer's agent today as this home is priced for the buyer in mind.
Welcome home to this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath Beaverdale gem! Ideally located close to shopping, restaurants, parks, and everything the area has to offer, this home combines character, convenience, and affordability. The bright and inviting interior offers comfortable living spaces, while the detached 1+ car garage provides additional storage. Recent updates include a new furnace in 2024, a new microwave, and a new dryer, giving buyers added peace of mind. Located within the Perkins Elementary, Merrill Middle School, and Roosevelt High School attendance areas, this is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy all that the highly desirable Beaverdale neighborhood has to offer.
Classic 1924 bungalow in the highly sought after historic Beaverdale/Waveland Park area of Des Moines. Step outside and enjoy excellent walkability being just blocks from Waveland Golf Course one of the oldest municipal courses in the country and the beloved Beaverdale Farmers Market, held weekly throughout the summer. You’re also within easy reach of Perkins Elementary, Callanan Middle School, Roosevelt High School, the Roosevelt Cultural District, the Des Moines Playhouse and local shops and dining along Beaver Avenue. This home sits on a 40x110 lot and features two bedroom and a full bathroom, plus a full unfinished basement with excellent storage potential. Enjoy Iowa’s best seasons from the inviting three-season porch or the backyard brick patio. A full roof replacement in 2017 included sheathing, gutters, and downspouts. Kitchen and laundry appliances are included along with the snowblower and lawn mower. Located near Ashby Park and Beaverdale Park, with access to neighborhood trails and green space. Property is being sold AS-IS.
Charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home featuring beautiful hardwood floors. The roof, furnace, hot water heater, and all windows except the bathroom window were replaced in 2017. Inside, you'll find warm character, natural light, and a functional layout ready for your personal touch. Affordable, full of potential, and packed with value, this home is one you won't want to miss.
Nestled on a beautiful, tree-filled lot, this spacious ranch offers the perfect blend of privacy, character, and modern updates. Inside, you'll find gorgeous hardwood floors throughout much of the main level, a light-filled living room with oversized windows, an inviting dining area, and an updated kitchen featuring painted cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a stylish backsplash, and a large center island. The oversized primary suite includes its own private bath, while the updated hall bath showcases a beautifully tiled shower and modern finishes. The finished lower level provides a large family room, flex space, abundant storage. Step outside to enjoy the expansive deck overlooking the mature backyard (.3 acres), offering plenty of room to relax, entertain, or enjoy the peaceful setting. Additional features include an attached 2-car garage, new roof in 2026, updated bathrooms, and a home warranty included for added peace of mind. This move-in ready home offers a rare combination of space, updates, and outdoor living in an established Des Moines neighborhood.
Charming bungalow in Waveland Park area features close to 1000 SF, 2 beds, 1 bath, 1 car garage, and a cute fenced back yard w patio. Open layout with lg living room flowing to dining space flowing to galley kitchen space. Original thick craftsman wood trim, built ins and thin ply oak hardwoods all in great condition. Kitchen has granite, subway tile wainscot, and fresh black appliances. Mechanicals, roof, and windows all in good shape. Come see it!
Des Moines is located in Iowa. Des Moines, Iowa 50311has a population of 213,545. Des Moines 50311 is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 27.63% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 34.53%.
The median household income in Des Moines, Iowa 50311 is $58,444. The median household income for the surrounding county is $73,015 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Des Moines 50311 is 34.2 years.
The average high temperature in July is 85.6 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 12.5 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 35.9 inches per year, with 32.9 inches of snow per year.
