3 Lots being sold together - Parcel: 050/02943-000-000, 050/02944-000-000, 050/02945-000-000. ZONED EX MIXED USE COMMERCIAL. Building requirements and restrictions can be obtained from The City of DSM Planning & Zoning Department.
0.076 ACRE Lot ZONED N3C Located just off E MLK PKWY - Building requirements and restrictions can be obtained from The City of Des Moines Planning and Zoning Department. Contact Agent for additional information.
1-Acre Building Site in a Convenient Metro Location! Enjoy easy access to Johnston, Ankeny, and Des Moines while still having the space and privacy that acreage living provides. Close to shopping, dining, schools, and major highways, this property offers the best of both worlds, combining country feel with city convenience. Opportunities like this don't come along often!
Opportunity awaits at 910 E 11th St! This lot is prepped and ready for your next build with the previous structure already removed and a foundation hole in place. Utilities include existing water and sewer connections, helping streamline the building process and potentially reduce development costs. Whether you're an investor, builder, or future homeowner, this is a great chance to bring your vision to life on a build-ready lot in an established area.
Don’t miss this opportunity to own a blank slate in a growing neighborhood just minutes from downtown. This lot offers convenient access to restaurants, shops, parks, and major highways. Nestled among mature trees, it’s a perfect spot to build your dream home or investment property. Utilities available at the street. Drive by and imagine the possibilities! Project is shovel ready with city reviewed/approved plans (waiting for permits to be paid to break ground!)
Great opportunity near downtown Des Moines! This vacant lot sits in an established neighborhood with mature trees and easy access to shops, restaurants, and highways. Whether you're looking to build a home or invest in future development, this lot offers potential in a prime location.
Prime development opportunity in the heart of Des Moines! Located at 30 NW 47th Place, this expansive 37,366 sq. ft. parcel offers flexible MU – Mixed Use zoning, creating endless possibilities for residential, commercial, retail, office, or mixed-use development. Positioned on the northeast side of Des Moines with convenient access to major highways, this property provides excellent visibility and accessibility for future growth. Just minutes from established businesses, industrial corridors, and everyday amenities, this lot is ideally suited for investors, developers, or business owners looking to capitalize on a rapidly developing area. Rare opportunity to secure nearly .86 acres of mixed-use land in a strategic Des Moines location with strong potential for a variety of uses.
This beautiful, nearly one-acre lot offers endless possibilities! Whether you're dreaming of a custom-built home, a spacious yard for outdoor living, or room to grow, this property gives you the space and freedom to create exactly what you want. It's the buyer's responsibility to contact the city for building requirements.
Build your vision in the heart of Des Moines! This 0.12-acre offers an exciting opportunity for builders, investors, or future homeowners looking to create something new. Conveniently located near downtown Des Moines with quick access to restaurants, shopping, schools, parks, and major roadways. Buyer to verify zoning, building requirements, and permitted use with the City of Des Moines.
NEW Development in Polk City. South of the Marina and close to Saylorville Lake, walking trails, and the town square. Ankeny Schools. This third plat at Antler Ridge offers 25 lots ranging in price from $140,000 - $240,000. .27-1.00 acre lots. Bring your own builder. Standard, Daylight and Walkout lots backing up to trees. Build ready Summer 2026.
NEW Development in Polk City. South of the Marina and close to Saylorville Lake, walking trails, and the town square. Ankeny Schools. This third plat at Antler Ridge offers 25 lots ranging in price from $140,000 - $240,000. .27-1.00 acre lots. Bring your own builder. Standard, Daylight and Walkout lots backing up to trees. Build ready Summer 2026.
Prime commercial opportunity in Des Moines! This .479-acre vacant commercial lot is zoned EX Mixed Use District, offering flexibility for a variety of potential uses. Convenient access to major roadways, downtown Des Moines, and nearby amenities adds to its appeal. Bring your vision and take advantage of this versatile opportunity
Come check out one of the rare buildable lots in the Sherman Hill neighborhood. Mature trees on the south side of the property are inviting and provide shade in the summer months. The property would be eligible for tax abatement.
Set on 4.3 beautifully wooded acres, 6033 NW 6th Drive offers a rare opportunity to build your private retreat while staying closely connected to the conveniences of the Ankeny/Des Moines metro. This executive lot combines natural seclusion with modern infrastructure, featuring city water, city sewer, and a shared paved private drive for easy access and a refined neighborhood feel. Mature trees provide a serene backdrop, ideal for a custom home with scenic views, walk-out potential, and space to create outdoor living areas, trails, or a secluded backyard oasis. Located in Polk County with favorable tax advantages, this property delivers both value and lifestyle. Enjoy quick and convenient interstate access, placing you just minutes from downtown Des Moines as well as the west suburbs’ shopping, dining, and amenities. Whether you’re envisioning a luxury estate or a peaceful escape close to the city, this property offers the perfect balance of privacy, accessibility, and potential.
2 LOTS SOLD TOGETHER-1.75 ACRES TOTAL!! Discover the perfect place to build your dream home at 3801 Dubuque Ave in Des Moines. This property includes two parcels totaling approximately 1.75 acres of buildable land, offering plenty of space and flexibility for your future plans. Nestled near Copper Creek and Pleasant Hill, and tucked back by the beautiful Gray’s Woods, the setting provides a peaceful, natural feel while still being close to city conveniences
Looking for a fabulous flat lot, surrounded by mature trees and county taxes? This is it! SE Polk Schools! Awesome neighborhood, quiet location, yet close to everything! Almost a half acre. 35' front and back setbacks, 10' side. No easements, no HOA. Maximum lot coverage with buildings is 30% of lot total. 6' water main on west side of NE 53rd Ct., immediately next to lot. Electric is at pole in front yard, can then be run under ground or overhead to new home. Gas is across street, will need to be bore under street. Defer to Polk County building requirements, barndominiums permissible!
Looking to start a business or need extra storage space? These versatile lots are perfect for a storefront, workshop, warehouse, parking structure, or general building use! The sale includes additional parcels: 050/02854-000-000, with the listed measurements reflecting the total area of all parcels combined. Located in a developing area near the SE connector expansion project that will run from MLK parkway to HWY 65, this is a prime opportunity - secure it now while prices are still favorable!
Gray’s Station offers the most unique home sites for sale in downtown Des Moines. The neighborhood merges the vibrancy of the city with nature via the Coleman Bridge connecting the community with Gray’s Lake Park and other area paths and trails. This new urban neighborhood will include living, recreation and commerce in the most sought-after location in Des Moines.
Gray’s Station offers the most unique home sites for sale in downtown Des Moines. The neighborhood merges the vibrancy of the city with nature via the Coleman Bridge connecting the community with Gray’s Lake Park and other area paths and trails. This new urban neighborhood will include living, recreation and commerce in the most sought-after location in Des Moines.
Gray’s Station offers the most unique home sites for sale in downtown Des Moines. The neighborhood merges the vibrancy of the city with nature via the Coleman Bridge connecting the community with Gray’s Lake Park and other area paths and trails. This new urban neighborhood will include living, recreation and commerce in the most sought-after location in Des Moines.
Rare opportunity to build on in-town acreage—1.4 acres on pavement just minutes from Easter Lake. This flat vacant lot features mature timber and a creek, offering privacy and a peaceful setting while still enjoying city convenience. Utilities are easily accessible, providing flexibility for your building plans. Zoned residential for single-family homes with no restrictive covenants, allowing you to bring your own builder and create a custom home with plenty of space for outdoor living. Quiet location with easy access to shopping and amenities. Buyer to verify building requirements with the city. All information obtained from seller and public records.
Prime 6.8-acre property zoned NX2 – Neighborhood Mixed-Use, offering exceptional flexibility for residential development. NX2 zoning allows a broad range of housing types including single-family homes, duplexes, triplexes, four-plexes, townhomes, and small-scale multifamily residential, along with accessory dwelling units and accessory residential uses, all subject to City of Des Moines site plan and design standards. This zoning is specifically intended to support “missing-middle” housing and neighborhood-scale density while remaining compatible with surrounding residential areas. The property features a pond and is ideally located near the Hwy 5 and SE 14th Street / Indianola Road intersection with convenient access to shopping, the mall, downtown Des Moines, and major employment corridors. An existing partially constructed garage will be removed, providing a clean slate for redevelopment.
Deep lot, great location! Nearly half-acre buildable lot in a quiet residential area. The property includes an existing detached garage for a head start on a building project. Excellent accessibility to I-80/35.
Development opportunity on this 1.92 acres on DM SE side. Owner will Build to suit as well. Zoned RX1. Perfect for townhomes, light commercial/residential mix, or multi-family. Sewer and electric is available for easy connections at the street.
Des Moines is located in Iowa. Des Moines, Iowa has a population of 213,545. Des Moines is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 28.89% 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 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 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.
