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Des Moines, IA Houses for Sale under $500,000

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  • /20

    $404,900

    • 4 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 2,006 Sq Ft

    2536 E 50th St, Des Moines, IA 50317

    Destiny Homes presents the Briarwood plan on a beautiful WALK-OUT lot in Des Moines' Ruby Rose Ridge development. SOUTHEAST POLK SCHOOLS and DES MOINES TAX ABATEMENT! 100, 100, 75, 50, 25%. The Briarwood two story offers 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and approximately 2000 square feet of gorgeous living space. Main level includes the great room with LVP flooring, fireplace, and oversized windows. An

    Julie Moulton EXP Realty, LLC

    2536 E 50th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
  • /19

    $404,990 New Construction

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,190 Sq Ft

    2506 E 47th St, Des Moines, IA 50317

    Welcome to 2506 E 47th St in Des Moines, Iowa. This ranch-style home offers 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 2,190 sq. ft. of open-concept living that blends comfort, style, and functionality. Step inside to a bright foyer leading past two spacious bedrooms and a full bath—perfect for guests, family, or a home office. The kitchen features white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a large

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    D.R. Horton

    Builder

    2506 E 47th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
  • /19

    $409,900

    • 4 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 2,163 Sq Ft

    5656 Brook View Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317

    Welcome to the Hansbury, located in Woodbury, a new and spacious home by Destiny Homes on a Walk-out lot! With 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, a 3-car garage, and 2,163 sq. ft. of well-designed living space, this home has everything you need. Enter into the formal foyer and take in a bonus office/ study room. The open-concept main floor includes a stylish kitchen with quartz countertops, tile backsplash,

    Monja Burch EXP Realty, LLC

    5656 Brook View Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
  • /25

    $435,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,479 Sq Ft

    4210 Kingman Blvd, Des Moines, IA 50311

    Situated on beautiful Kingman Boulevard in the vibrant Waveland Park neighborhood, this home blends character & comfort in a sought-after location. Just shy of 2,500 sq ft, this 3-bed, 3-bath home offers spacious & unique living areas. One the first floor, you'll find a full bathroom, mudroom area, flex space off the kitchen, dining room, living room, family room w/ gas fireplace, & French doors

    Ann Holtz RE/MAX Concepts

    4210 Kingman Blvd, Des Moines, IA 50311
  • /29

    $427,500

    • 3 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 2,192 Sq Ft

    2716 53rd St, Des Moines, IA 50310

    Remarkable craftsman style 2 story! This home was rebuilt from the ground up in 2011 & sits on a .30 acre treed lot with fenced back yard. Lovely covered porch, covered Trex deck & a circular, concrete patio were recently added. Wooden she-shed has many uses. 2 car attached garage is a pass through for ease with mowers, lawn furniture & outdoor toys. Interior has just as much character! Laundry

    Kathryn Dellaca LPT Realty, LLC

    2716 53rd St, Des Moines, IA 50310
  • /35

    $433,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 2,220 Sq Ft

    204 51st St, Des Moines, IA 50312

    This distinguished residence masterfully blends the character of early 20th-century architecture with carefully curated modern updates. Elegant built-ins and gleaming hardwood floors highlight timeless craftsmanship, while a thoughtfully renovated kitchen and adjoining family spaces provide both style and functionality. Decorative stained and leaded-glass windows fill the interior with soft,

    Latrice Brauckman Realty ONE Group Impact

    204 51st St, Des Moines, IA 50312
  • /31

    $449,900

    • 4 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 2,334 Sq Ft

    2900 Caulder Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321

    Welcome Home! Nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac lined with mature trees, this 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home has 2334 sq ft with a walkout LL with under garage workshop. The first floor features a family room /w fireplace, eat-in-kitchen, 4 season room w/ deck access, formal living, dining room, 1/2 bath, laundry, pantry. Upstairs, you will find a flex space perfect for your home office or walk in

    Jodi Ingham Realty ONE Group Impact

    2900 Caulder Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321
  • /35

    $440,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,110 Sq Ft

    658 20th St, Des Moines, IA 50314

    Welcome to Historic Sherman Hill! This 4 bedroom - grand two-story home combines timeless charm with thoughtful, high-quality updates. Set on a beautifully landscaped lot, it features a two-car garage with loft (2015), newer roof (est. 2015), furnace, A/C (approx. 5 yrs old), new electrical panel, and garage electrical upgrade (2024). Energy-efficient improvements include PEX plumbing, blown-in

    Ingrid Williams RE/MAX Concepts

    658 20th St, Des Moines, IA 50314
  • /35

    $435,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 2,192 Sq Ft

    1107 24th St, Des Moines, IA 50311

    1107 24th is a show stopper. Victorian heritage 'high ceilings, intricate woodwork, and expansive rooms 'while offering the comfort and convenience of modern living. The original charm has been meticulously restored and enhanced with open floor plans, updated kitchens and bathrooms, and state-of-the-art features. The attention to detail is evident in every element, from the restored woodwork to

    Eric Quiner RE/MAX Precision

    1107 24th St, Des Moines, IA 50311
  • /35

    $450,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 2,536 Sq Ft

    4004 John Lynde Rd, Des Moines, IA 50312

    Stop by and check out all the potential in this south of Grand home on John Lynde Rd. The home is surrounded by mature trees, established flowers and plants, and many varieties of birds. The entry hall has slate floors, and an elegant staircase with a huge multilight window. The large living room has a wood burning fireplace, built-in shelves, tons of natural light, and a screen porch just out

    York Taenzer Iowa Realty Mills Crossing

    4004 John Lynde Rd, Des Moines, IA 50312
  • /34

    $419,900

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,668 Sq Ft

    6447 NE 8th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50313

    Like-new ranch detached association home just south of Woodland Hills Golf Course! Entering in, you'll love the spacious open concept floor plan! Kitchen features light gray cabinetry with ample counter space, tile backsplash, large pantry, and all ss appliances to stay! Kitchen flows into dining area with transom windows and tray ceiling detail. From dining, enter into living room featuring gas

    Beth Ernst Keller Williams Realty GDM

    6447 NE 8th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50313
  • /34

    $475,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 2,025 Sq Ft

    703 Arthur Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316

    Welcome to this beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 2-bath home that perfectly blends modern comforts with timeless character. Thoughtful updates throughout include a newer furnace and A/C (3 years), water heater (5 years), generator (4 years), and brand-new water line (1 year), plus updated windows, siding, roof, and insulation for peace of mind. Step inside and be greeted by the charm of a full

    Karla Alaniz Keller Williams Realty GDM

    703 Arthur Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
  • /34

    $495,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 2,471 Sq Ft

    4585 SE 35th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50320

    Welcome home to this beautifully designed Sequoia 2-story plan built in 2021 by Sage Homes w/ lots of custom upgrades. Located in the Easter Lake neighborhood w/ the highly sought-after Carlisle School District. Step inside to discover a bright & open main floor w/ a two-story entry & a dedicated office space at the front of the home perfect for those who work from home. The kitchen is the heart

    Sara Hopkins RE/MAX Precision

    4585 SE 35th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50320
  • /35

    $420,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,794 Sq Ft

    1052 26th St, Des Moines, IA 50311

    Step into timeless elegance with this Victorian two-story, the historic Lampson P. Sherman House, located in the heart of Drake neighborhood. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this late Victorian home—built in 1883—stands as a rare example of Des Moines history tied to the early development of Drake University.This 2-story home showcases crossed gables, a distinctive

    Tori Shanks RE/MAX Precision

    1052 26th St, Des Moines, IA 50311
  • /31

    $410,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,706 Sq Ft

    812 Polk Blvd, Des Moines, IA 50312

    Discover the perfect blend of independence and low-maintenance living in this freestanding ranch townhome, thoughtfully cared for by its original owner. From the moment you step onto the composite front porch, you’ll feel the pride of ownership and attention to detail woven into every space.Inside, soaring ceilings and a gas fireplace create a warm, welcoming atmosphere in the main living

    Emily Broderick Keller Williams Realty GDM

    812 Polk Blvd, Des Moines, IA 50312
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    $400,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,934 Sq Ft

    736 20th St, Des Moines, IA 50314

    Completely renovated from top to bottom, this three-story Sherman Hill home gives you the best of both worlds: historic charm + zero home projects. Beautiful hardwood floors can be found throughout, along with crisp white trim (some original), neutral paint colors, a wood burning fireplace, and period inspired doorknobs and light fixtures. The newly finished attic offers a fourth bedroom/flex

    Mariah Klemp RE/MAX Concepts

    736 20th St, Des Moines, IA 50314
  • /35

    $459,900

    • 4 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 2,245 Sq Ft

    3706 SW 36th St, Des Moines, IA 50321

    This remodeled home is on a cul de sac in the southern Hills Neighborhood. As you step inside this great 2 story home you will notice all of the updates! An inviting formal dining room and a first floor master suite with tray ceilings, large walk in closet and a stunning bathroom with extra large tiled shower and double vanity. The open plan living room has spectacular lighting from the windows,

    Penny Harrison RE/MAX Concepts

    3706 SW 36th St, Des Moines, IA 50321
  • /7

    $425,000

    • 6 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,732 Sq Ft

    823 SE 11th St, Des Moines, IA 50309

    Welcome to your new home, a new construction open plan modern ranch, that will bring life to any family making it their own. With construction scheduled to be finished in 2025, you could be the first owner of this beautiful six bedroom home.

    Marlen Maddux Fathom Realty

    823 SE 11th St, Des Moines, IA 50309
  • /7

    $405,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,503 Sq Ft

    819 SE 11th St, Des Moines, IA 50309

    Welcome to your new home, a new construction open plan modern ranch, that will bring life to any family making it their own. With construction scheduled to be finished in 2025, you could be the first owner of this beautiful four bedroom home.

    Marlen Maddux Fathom Realty

    819 SE 11th St, Des Moines, IA 50309
  • /7

    $425,000

    • 6 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,732 Sq Ft

    815 SE 11th St, Des Moines, IA 50309

    Welcome to your new home, a new construction open plan modern ranch, that will bring life to any family making it their own. With construction scheduled to be finished in 2025, you could be the first owner of this beautiful six bedroom home.

    Marlen Maddux Fathom Realty

    815 SE 11th St, Des Moines, IA 50309
  • /7

    $405,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,285 Sq Ft

    811 SE 11th St, Des Moines, IA 50309

    Welcome to your new home, a new construction open plan modern ranch, that will bring life to any family making it their own. With construction scheduled to be finished in 2025, you could be the first owner of this beautiful four bedroom home.

    Marlen Maddux Fathom Realty

    811 SE 11th St, Des Moines, IA 50309
  • /25

    $484,900

    • 5 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,655 Sq Ft

    7040 Lake Ridge Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320

    Spacious and stylish, this stunning ranch home by Cloud 9 Homes is located in the desirable Easter Lake neighborhood on Des Moines’ south side. With 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, this home offers plenty of space for living and entertaining. The open-concept main level features quartz countertops, tile showers, and a cozy gas fireplace, all wrapped in low-maintenance LP Smart Siding and composite

    Kate Carlson Realty ONE Group Impact

    7040 Lake Ridge Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320
  • /35

    $409,900

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,372 Sq Ft

    6398 NE 8th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50313

    This beautiful Eco friendly ranch home features an inviting open floor plan, a spacious 3 car attached garage, and an attractive deck perfect for relaxing or entertaining. A standout feature is the roof-mounted solar panel system, designed to reduce your energy bills and provide long-term sustainability benefits while delivering clean, renewable power and increasing overall efficiency. Inside,

    Josh Gillum Gillum Group Real Estate LLC

    6398 NE 8th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50313
  • /15

    $419,900

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,510 Sq Ft

    6635 NE 9th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50313

    Welcome to Woodland Hills Golf Course on the north side of Des Moines, minutes from Ankeny and lot of shopping. This area features some of the lowest property taxes in metro area. This newer ranch home was built in 2023. Open floor plan features 1510 sqft finished on main level and 756 sqft finished on lower level. Gray cabinets, granite counters, black fixtures, corner gas fireplace and LVP

    Steve Bennett Realty ONE Group Impact

    6635 NE 9th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50313
  • /31

    $479,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 2,330 Sq Ft

    4820 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312

    Charming 1 1⁄2 story brick home located on 49th Street, S of Grand. This home has so many nice features, hardwood floors, Renovated Kitchen with quartz counters & newer SS appliances, and a spacious dining area. The first floor Primary bedroom has its own wing, with a full bath, walk- in closet and adjoining office/study. The spacious great room has wonderful south light and an atrium door to the

    Holly Craiger Iowa Realty Beaverdale

    4820 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312
  • /24

    $477,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,926 Sq Ft

    4300 SW 33rd St, Des Moines, IA 50321

    Welcome to this stunning ranch-style home featuring 4 spacious bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, including a main-level primary bedroom for added convenience. The inviting living room and separate dining room provide the perfect setting for both relaxing and entertaining with an open concept feel.Enjoy the energy efficiency of geothermal heating. Step outside to your private 3-season porch and

    Iesha Dooley Epique Realty

    4300 SW 33rd St, Des Moines, IA 50321
  • /21

    $434,900

    • 4 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 2,047 Sq Ft

    3700 SW 34th Place, Des Moines, IA 50321

    4 BR with finished walk-out basement on a low-traffic cul-de-sac in SW Des Moines! Grand, two-story entrance with LVP flooring and updated light fixtures. Living room with cozy fireplace surrounded by built-in shelving. A beautifully remodeled kitchen with to-the-ceiling custom cabinets with crown molding, and a pantry with pull-out shelves. Granite countertops, a touch-free faucet, and stainless

    Jennifer Farrell RE/MAX Concepts

    3700 SW 34th Place, Des Moines, IA 50321
  • /18

    $419,900

    • 4 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 2,163 Sq Ft

    2426 E 50th St, Des Moines, IA 50317

    Destiny Homes presents the spacious Hansbury plan on a WALK-OUT lot in Ruby Rose Ridge, East Des Moines. SOUTHEAST POLK SCHOOLS & the DES MOINES TAX ABATEMENT! (100, 100, 75, 50, 25%) The Hansbury features 4 bedrooms, 3 car garage, 2.5 baths and over 2,150 sq ft of living space. Enter into the formal foyer and see the private office/study. Family size living will be found in the Kitchen/Great

    Julie Moulton EXP Realty, LLC

    2426 E 50th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
  • /18

    $475,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,437 Sq Ft

    7036 Lake Ridge Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320

    Carrie Webber Realty ONE Group Impact

    7036 Lake Ridge Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320
  • /25

    $404,990 New Construction

    • 5 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 2,556 Sq Ft

    2820 Brook View Dr, Des Moines, IA 50317

    Step inside 2820 Brook View Dr. in Woods of Copper Creek, Des Moines, IA — a two-story home with 5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 2,556 sq. ft. of living space, and a finished basement. The open-concept living, kitchen, and dining areas flow seamlessly, while all bedrooms are upstairs for added privacy. Just inside the front door is a versatile flex room — ideal for a home office, playroom, or formal

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    D.R. Horton

    Builder

    2820 Brook View Dr, Des Moines, IA 50317
  • /24

    $414,990 New Construction

    • 5 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 2,556 Sq Ft

    2510 E 47th St, Des Moines, IA 50317

    Step inside 2510 E 47th St. in Woods of Copper Creek, Des Moines, IA — a two-story home with 5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 2,556 sq. ft. of living space, and a finished basement. The open-concept living, kitchen, and dining areas flow seamlessly, while all bedrooms are upstairs for added privacy. Just inside the front door is a versatile flex room — ideal for a home office, playroom, or formal dining.

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    D.R. Horton

    Builder

    2510 E 47th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
  • /18

    $415,000 New Construction

    • 4 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 1,877 Sq Ft

    546 34th Ave SW, Altoona, IA 50009

    Tour this home on your own schedule with UTOUR, available daily from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Just show up, scan the QR code, and walk through at your convenience! Welcome to the Preston 2-Story by Greenland Homes, offering 1,877 sq. ft. of beautifully designed living space. The open floor plan is perfect for modern living, featuring a spacious great room with a full-stone fireplace and a large kitchen

    Daniel West RE/MAX Concepts

    546 34th Ave SW, Altoona, IA 50009

Home Trends in Des Moines, IA

Housing Trends

Median Sale Price
$216,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$220,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$220,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$217,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$190,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$197
Number of Homes for Sale
847
Last 12 months Home Sales
3,055
Months of Supply
3.30
Median List Price
$230,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
3%
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