Duplexes for Sale in Des Moines, IA

Well-Maintained All-Brick Duplex with Detached 2-Car Garage. Major updates include a new roof installed in August 2025 and central air conditioning replaced in 2017. Per the owner, each unit offers approximately 500 square feet of finished lower-level space, providing a comfortable family or recreation area along with additional sleeping room, adding flexibility and functionality.Conveniently

Donna Koester EXP Realty, LLC

Great opportunity to own a fully updated 3-unit property featuring a duplex plus a separate single-family home—ideal for investors or owner-occupants looking to house hack. The property includes two 2-bedroom units and one 1-bedroom unit, offering a strong unit mix with great rental appeal. All units have been extensively updated, including kitchens, bathrooms, flooring, paint, siding, and

Pennie Carroll Pennie Carroll & Associates

Ideal Investment Opportunity! Nestled in a quiet cul-de-sac street just off University Avenue, this well-maintained duplex is perfect for investors or someone looking for a place to live while supplementing their income. The main level unit is currently occupied by long-term tenants and features 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, a cozy living room, formal dining room, kitchen, and an additional office/bonus

Tim Hegwood PMI Realty Central Iowa

This is duplex where each unit has 2 bedrooms 1.5 bathrooms with nice back yard.$2095 gross rent. Both units are currently occupied with one lease up soon.Photos are listing photos before most recent tenants occupied.LISTED along with neighboring 2 duplexes.

Chase Gochnauer Swift Properties LLC

Attention investors and owner occupants. This updated duplex is a fantastic opportunity to build wealth through real estate while generating rental income. Whether you're looking to add to your investment portfolio or live in one unit and rent the other, this property offers flexibility and long term potential. Both units feature durable luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout with no carpet,

Shonna Murrey Epique Realty

This is a duplex with each unit having 2 bedrooms 1.5 baths. Large tree lined back yard. Photos are prior to current tenants occupancy.$2340 gross rent with both units currently occupied.48 hour notice needed for showing due to tenant occupancy.LISTED along with neighboring 2 duplexes.

Chase Gochnauer Swift Properties LLC

Calling All Investors! This duplex is a fantastic opportunity to start your rental portfolio or add two income-producing doors to your existing investments. Conveniently located near a bus line with a short commute to downtown, the property is also close to MacRae Park and Lincoln High School. The main-level unit features two bedrooms, one bath, a full kitchen, and additional storage space in the

Pennie Carroll Pennie Carroll & Associates

Strong investment opportunity in Des Moines! This duplex sitting on a corner lot, infront of a park, offers immediate income (combined current income $2,000) potential to raise rent on one unit to $1,100. Live in one and rent one or rent both units. Very big units with potential to finish basement (super high ceilings). Each unit features same layout well-sized bedrooms, functional layouts, and

Adam Metzker 515 Rentals & Sales LLC

Come check out this great up-down duplex opportunity near the Highland Park neighborhood! Whether you're looking to add a cash-flowing property to your portfolio or explore the possibilities of house hacking, this property offers plenty of potential.The upper unit features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, an apartment-style layout, and its own private driveway.The lower unit offers 3

Bexaida Dominguez Keller Williams Realty GDM

Duplex, each side 2 bedroom 1 bath. Gross rent $2,620/mo.Photos are before each recent move-in.

Chase Gochnauer Swift Properties LLC

2-sty+top-bottom duplex with both units currently occupied with long-term tenants. $1,550 monthly gross income. Unit 1: 2 BR, 1BA rents at $750/mo. Unit 2: 2 BR, 1 BA rents at $800/mo. and has finished attic area of add'l 294sf currently being used as a 3rd BR. Separate meters with tenants paying gas & electric. Owner/landlord pays water, trash, taxes, insurance, misc expenses. New water service

Ingrid L. Roose Iowa Realty Mills Crossing

Investor opportunity within walking distance of Drake University. This turn-key duplex features two occupied units on month-to-month leases, offering immediate cash flow with room for growth.Both the upper and lower units include 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and independent layouts. All appliances stay with the property, including a dedicated washer and dryer setup for each unit. The lower unit

Heather Wright RE/MAX Concepts

Opportunity knocks with this cash-flowing investment property featuring an up/down duplex and a detached efficiency unit, providing three separate income-producing units on one lot. The property offers a spacious 4-bedroom, 1-bath unit, a 2-bedroom, 1-bath unit, and a detached efficiency unit, all conveniently located near the Iowa State Fairgrounds with easy access to downtown Des Moines. It has

Ryan Rohlf Keller Williams Legacy Group

Nice investment property; live in one unit and rent the other unit . This Duplex has two nicely sized bedrooms in each unit and is in a great area with over 900 sq. ft. of finished area in each.

Mike clark RE/MAX Concepts

Duplex with each unit having 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath. Full unfinished basement with large tree lined back yard. Large concrete driveways for added parking.$1050 gross rent for one side. Other side is currently vacant.48 hour notice needed for showings due to tenant occupancy.LISTED along with neighboring 2 duplexes.

Chase Gochnauer Swift Properties LLC

Completely renovated from top to bottom, this updated duplex offers an excellent opportunity for an investor or someone looking to live in one unit while generating income from the other. Each side features 1 bedroom, 1 full bath, a fully remodeled kitchen, and a comfortable living area. Updates include new LVP flooring, fresh paint, modern finishes, and brand-new kitchen appliances, including

Timothy Scheib Real Broker, LLC

So much potential in this true duplex, each unit equipped with it's own gas and electrical meters. Fix it up and rent it out, fix it up and live in one unit and rent out the other, or transition it back to a single family. Address falls inside Invest DSM and Neighborhood Finance Corporation lending areas. Bring your contractor and your vision because it needs a full interior remodel.

Celeste Rose Real Broker, LLC

This duplex offers a fantastic investment opportunity with strong cash flow potential. Featuring one 2 bedroom unit and one 3 bedroom unit, this property provides flexibility and solid rental appeal. Tenants will appreciate the ample off street parking and convenient alley access. Centrally located with easy access to downtown and the entire metro, it is ideally positioned for consistent demand.

Seth Walker RE/MAX Concepts

Jared Husmann Keller Williams Realty GDM

Great opportunity to add a duplex to your investment portfolio! This property features two 2-bedroom, 1-bath units, each offering a functional layout with comfortable living space, kitchen/dining area and separate entrances. Interior updates can be seen throughout portions of the property, including LVP-style flooring, updated cabinetry and bathroom finishes. Outside, you'll find off-street

Pennie Carroll Pennie Carroll & Associates

Updated Duplex which is perfect for either the experienced investor, or possibly the perfect set up if you have ever wanted to live on one side and pick your tenant neighbor! Updated flooring recently, all appliances included with purchase! Each side has (2) bedrooms and a full bathroom upstairs, nice main level living room, kitchen with eat in space as well as laundry on main. Sliding glass

Alisha Stewart Goldfinch Realty Group

With NINE total bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, this is a turnkey investment opportunity nestled on a nearly half-acre lot on Des Moines' desirable northwest side! Offering an impressive amount of living space, this property combines modern updates with functional layouts and endless possibilities. Recent improvements throughout both units include new luxury vinyl plank flooring, new carpet, fresh

Amy Dempsey RE/MAX Precision

Excellent investment opportunity just steps from the Drake University campus! This spacious 2-story duplex offers strong rental potential with two generously sized units. Unit 1 features 2 bedrooms and 1 bath, while Unit 2 offers 4 bedrooms and 2 baths, perfect for student housing or multi-generational living. Both units have access to the shared basement, which includes laundry hookups and ample

Ayeesha Ali RE/MAX Concepts