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Des Moines, IA Homes for Sale with Acreage

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  • /35

    $299,900

    • 4 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,844 Sq Ft

    2707 Hickman Rd, Des Moines, IA 50310

    Welcome to 2707 Hickman Rd in Des Moines—a beautiful brick farmhouse set on private, park-like land atop Murray Hill. This rare property combines peaceful seclusion with unbeatable convenience, just minutes from downtown, Beaverdale, shopping, dining, and major commuter routes. Inside the home on the main level you'll find a large dining room and kitchen area, with plenty of space for hosting.

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    Jason Rude

    (515) 493-7732

    2707 Hickman Rd, Des Moines, IA 50310
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    $870,000

    • Land
    • 30 Acres
    • $29,000 per Acre

    000 Carpenter St, Norwalk, IA 50211

    We are proud to present these 30+/- acres in a prime Warren County location offering incredible potential for development or as executive building sites. With negotiable property lines, the site provides approximately 750 feet of road frontage and is just 1/3 mile off a hard surface road, offering easy access while maintaining a private setting away from heavy traffic. Utilities are conveniently

    Aaron Creger Midwest Land Group LLC

    000 Carpenter St, Norwalk, IA 50211
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    $1

    • Land
    • 190.69 Acres
    • $0 per Acre

    2735 E Payton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320

    LEMAR KOETHE TRUST, LAND AVAILABLE VIA SEALED-BID AUCTION! PROPERTY SITS IN DES MOINES, POLK COUNTY, IA, LOCALLY KNOWN AS THE “PAYTON AVE. FARM”! NOW ACCEPTING BIDS! Bids are due by Wednesday, March 11th, 2026, at 1:00 PM CST. The sale consists of +/- 190.69 acres. The property consists of +/- 152.5 tillable acres with a CSR2 rating of 79.6. This farm is a great investment opportunity as it is in

    Nathan Drew Drew Realty Company, LLC

    2735 E Payton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320
  • /19

    $114,900

    • Land
    • 1.4 Acres
    • $81,838 per Acre

    1705 E Diehl Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320

    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

    Misty Darling BH&G Real Estate Innovations

    1705 E Diehl Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320
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    $1,645,000

    • Land
    • 47 Acres
    • $35,000 per Acre

    00 65 69 Hwy, Carlisle, IA 50047

    47.16 Acres located on Highway 65/69 with commercial and residential potential. With 1425 feet of Hwy 65/59 frontage, the property provides great visibility from both directions. Just 1.5 Miles from Hwy 5.

    Trevor Simpson WB Realty Company

    00 65 69 Hwy, Carlisle, IA 50047
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    $60,000

    • Land
    • 1 Acres
    • $59,940 per Acre

    2315 Holcomb Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310

    Parcel - 080/04542-000-000 with address 2515 24th St provides access to 2315 Holcomb Ave. 2515 24th St is for sale and sellers are willing to sell 2515 24th St, 2315 Holcomb Ave and parcel number - 080/07629-010-000 as a package deal. Prime Urban Development Opportunity: Three-Parcel Land Assemblage in Des Moines, IA MLS #s: 725495, 725497, 725499 Total Acres: 3+ Opportunity to acquire over 3

    Eric Fitzgerald Keller Williams Realty GDM

    2315 Holcomb Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
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    $59,900

    • Land
    • 1.75 Acres
    • $34,287 per Acre

    401 E Mckinley Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

    Great opportunity here. buildable lot. possibility of multi-family units. Tax abatement for new construction

    Jennifer Farrell RE/MAX Concepts

    401 E Mckinley Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
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    $275,000

    • Land
    • 6.82 Acres
    • $40,340 per Acre

    7301 SE 14th St, Des Moines, IA 50320

    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

    Misty Darling BH&G Real Estate Innovations

    7301 SE 14th St, Des Moines, IA 50320
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    $1,750,000

    • 6 Beds
    • 4.5 Baths
    • 4,390 Sq Ft

    635 Foster Dr, Des Moines, IA 50312

    Rare find. International/Moderne architectural gem that was The Des Moines Register front page news in 1935. Spacious private lot, mature trees, picturesque views. Well-maintained gorgeous floor-to-ceiling glass, hardwood floors, modern amenities. Enter a glass door to a long foyer with views & storage or welcome guests to a central foyer. Grand living room features curved wall of glass,

    Stephanie Wright RE/MAX Precision

    635 Foster Dr, Des Moines, IA 50312
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    $1

    • Land
    • 14.25 Acres
    • $0 per Acre

    8180 Riverview Dr, Des Moines, IA 50313

    Angela Tessau Knapp Properties, Inc.

    8180 Riverview Dr, Des Moines, IA 50313
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    $304,999

    • 4 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,840 Sq Ft

    433 E Payton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

    NEW PAINT AND CARPET ON MAIN LEVEL !Tennis court, Garages, and acres in the city... oh my!You won’t want to miss this one-of-a-kind opportunity to own your own in-town retreat! Privacy, fun, and endless possibilities await on this 1.2-acre property.This 1,870 sq ft home offers incredible flexibility. It could easily function as a multi-generational setup, featuring outside access to

    Tiffany Marcum The American Real Estate Co.

    433 E Payton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
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    $149,950

    • Land
    • 2.49 Acres
    • $60,221 per Acre

    2009-2013 Martin Luther King jr Pkwy, Des Moines, IA 50314

    Attention Developers & Investors: This 2.49-acre parcels offers a rare blank canvas in a quiet yet thriving neighborhood. Currently zoned residential, the property holds massive potential for RH (High Density Residential) conversion. Ideal for row houses, townhouses, or bi-attached homes. Features rear-alley access, perfect for a live-work setup or commercial storefronts with residential units

    Daniel Arredondo EXIT Realty & Associates

    2009-2013 Martin Luther King jr Pkwy, Des Moines, IA 50314
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    $194,900

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 624 Sq Ft

    1715 E Diehl Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320

    Welcome to this charming ranch home with 1.7 acres of land. This is the perfect balance of convenience yet offering the privacy of an acreage. Rocking chair front deck! Newer roof and furnace. The home has a tuck under one car attached garage. Awesome yard. Mature trees. House needs some TLC yet has a lot of potential. Buyer responsible for Septic Transfer. If needed, buyer can call Polk County

    Brent Kelso Silverado Realty

    1715 E Diehl Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320
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    $1,013,600

    • Land
    • 28.96 Acres
    • $35,002 per Acre

    01 County Line Rd, Des Moines, IA 50320

    Almost 29 acres of development ground on County Line Road just off Fleur Dr or SW 9th Street in Des Moines. Pre-application meetings with the City of Des Moines have preliminarily approved this land for an RV park, but there are many other possible uses. This site is already supplied by a city sewer line running from the NE corner to the SW corner, and other utilities are avaialble at the

    Matt Guns WB Realty Company

    01 County Line Rd, Des Moines, IA 50320
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    $299,000

    • Land
    • 3.28 Acres
    • $91,298 per Acre

    1970 E Army Post Rd, Des Moines, IA 50320

    Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to own a 3.27-acre commercial vacant lot located at 1970 E Army Post Rd, just 2 miles from the SE Des Moines Industrial Park.Zoned NX2 (Neighborhood Mixed-Use District), this property offers excellent flexibility for multifamily, commercial, or mixed-use development. With high visibility and easy access to major roads, this site is ideally positioned in

    Martin Castaneda Uplift Realty

    1970 E Army Post Rd, Des Moines, IA 50320
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    $610,200

    • Land
    • 12.2 Acres
    • $50,000 per Acre

    00 County Line Rd, Des Moines, IA 50320

    Over 12 acres of residential development ground only a mile from the Des Moines Airport and just off Hwy 5. There are five separate parcels included, and parcels have already been deeded to the City of Des Moines for road improvements, making this site ready for quick development.

    Matt Guns WB Realty Company

    00 County Line Rd, Des Moines, IA 50320
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    $649,900

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,585 Sq Ft

    686 63rd St, Des Moines, IA 50312

    Looking for new-construction features w/the character of a Waterbury home on a treed lot? This is it! Nearly every inch of this 1939 home has been thoughtfully redone while preserving its original charm! Step inside the entryway that opens onto a spacious living room with a wood-burning fireplace and 2 sets of French doors opening to a screened-in porch! Formal dining room connects to flex

    Beth Ernst Keller Williams Realty GDM

    686 63rd St, Des Moines, IA 50312
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    $589,900

    • 4 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 2,322 Sq Ft

    1900 Mckinley Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

    Situated on 1.75 acres, and currently zoned MX3 (COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL USES), this mid-century modern home offers exceptional space, versatility, and income potential. This residence offers timeless architectural appeal, an attached 2-car garage, plus an additional 3-car detached garage, perfect for hobbyists, car enthusiasts, storage, or workshop space. The fully fenced yard provides privacy

    Krisanne Colby Calhoun Simply Better Realty, LLC

    1900 Mckinley Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
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    $1,300,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 2,405 Sq Ft

    3110 Stanton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321

    This is a unique opportunity to own a sprawling 3.6 acre equestrian property in a prime location within Des Moines! Located in the Southwestern Hills neighborhood, this property is perfect for horse lovers searching for the chance to enjoy their passion within the city limits. The executive equestrian acreage has been meticulously maintained and boasts renovations completed in 2012, including a

    Sara Hopkins RE/MAX Precision

    3110 Stanton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321
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    $825,649

    • 6 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 3,178 Sq Ft

    1000 56th St, Des Moines, IA 50311

    Rare opportunity to own this distinctive, custom-designed, award-winning home by Bloodgood Architects and built by Dean Paulsen & Sons, a respected multi-generation builder in Greater Des Moines. This architectural gem was honored as Architectural Digest House of the Year and featured in Better Homes & Gardens. Situated on two parcels totaling 1.67 acres, this remarkable in-town acreage has been

    Julie Moore RE/MAX Concepts

    1000 56th St, Des Moines, IA 50311
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    $300,000

    • Land
    • 1.92 Acres
    • $156,250 per Acre

    3101 SE 22nd St, Des Moines, IA 50320

    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.

    Matt Cole RE/MAX Concepts

    3101 SE 22nd St, Des Moines, IA 50320
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    $550,000

    • Land
    • 24.55 Acres
    • $22,403 per Acre

    1670 E County Line Rd, Des Moines, IA 50320

    Discover the potential of this 24.55-acre land opportunity, zoned MX3-V—a highly flexible designation supporting light industrial, commercial, and mixed-use development. This expansive site offers room for warehouses, logistics operations, flex buildings, or a custom mixed-use project. With 11,200 vehicles per day (Iowa DOT) passing by, the property benefits from strong visibility and easy

    Matthew Fischer Keller Williams Realty GDM

    1670 E County Line Rd, Des Moines, IA 50320
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    $535,000

    • Land
    • 1.42 Acres
    • $376,761 per Acre

    2501 Mckinley Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321

    Attention entrepreneurs: looking for the ideal commercial location? This amazing land is directly across from the expanding DSM airport with the opportunity to drive a lot of traffic and eyes to your business. The owners have invested in engineering studies to show profitability and potential revenue for certain business uses.

    Meghan O'Brien Realty ONE Group Impact

    2501 Mckinley Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321
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    $320,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,312 Sq Ft

    3935 NE 49th St, Des Moines, IA 50317

    Great family home plus a bonus, the lot can be split off to sell or to build another home or to build a large workshop. You have options with this purchase. This three bedroom home has one full bath plus a possible half just off the kitchen, currently it is being used for the first floor laundry with newer washer/dryer, plumbing is there for the stool. The Kitchen was completely updated with new

    Mary Godwin RE/MAX Concepts

    3935 NE 49th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
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    $2,800,000

    • 6 Beds
    • 6.5 Baths
    • 6,742 Sq Ft

    3545 Lincoln Place Dr, Des Moines, IA 50312

    Private retreat minutes from downtown Des Moines! Set on 2+ acres in the coveted South of Grand neighborhood just minutes from downtown Des Moines, this renovated historic estate offers over 7,000 sq ft plus detached pool house and features 6 bedrooms, 7 baths, 6 fireplaces, and 2 master suites. A brand-new gourmet kitchen with Wolf range anchors the home, which also includes a Walnut-paneled

    Rick Wanamaker Iowa Realty Mills Crossing

    3545 Lincoln Place Dr, Des Moines, IA 50312
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    $550,000

    • Land
    • 5.94 Acres
    • $92,671 per Acre

    7221 SE 5th St, Des Moines, IA 50315

    Take advantage of this 5.935-acre NX2-zoned site located immediately behind Southridge Mall, offering excellent potential for high-density multi-family housing, neighborhood commercial, or mixed-use projects. With utilities and road infrastructure already onsite, development is streamlined and cost-efficient. The corridor sees 5,900 vehicles per day, providing steady exposure. Even better—this

    Matthew Fischer Keller Williams Realty GDM

    7221 SE 5th St, Des Moines, IA 50315
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    $65,000

    • Land
    • 1.75 Acres
    • $37,143 per Acre

    3801 Dubuque Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317

    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

    Nikki Snyder Cellar Door Realty

    3801 Dubuque Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317

Home Trends in Des Moines, IA

Housing Trends

Median Sale Price
$223,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$225,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$220,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$210,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$185,000
Median Studio Sale Price
$151,900
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$198
Number of Homes for Sale
755
Last 12 months Home Sales
3,010
Months of Supply
3.00
Median List Price
$237,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
4%
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