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River Bend Homes for Sale

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  • /26

    $235,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,339 Sq Ft

    227 Clark St, Des Moines, IA 50314

    Charming and fully updated, this 1.5-story home offers a blend of character, functionality, and long-term value in a convenient Des Moines location. A bright and welcoming enclosed front porch sets the tone, providing the perfect space to relax year-round. Inside, you’ll find fresh, neutral finishes throughout with updated flooring, paint, and fixtures. The main level features a comfortable

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    Darson Grantham

    Keller Williams Realty GDM

    (515) 606-1807

    227 Clark St, Des Moines, IA 50314
  • /2

    $110,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 736 Sq Ft

    215 Clark St, Des Moines, IA 50314

    Discover the charm of 215 Clark Street — a bungalow that combines historic character with modern comfort. This 2-bedroom, 1-bath gem offers 736 sq. ft. of inviting living space with laminate flooring, and kitchen with newer appliances. Enjoy the convenience of main-level laundry and peace of mind with a newer furnace and central A/C.Has a detached 1-car garage. Nestled in the vibrant River

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    Joanne May

    RE/MAX Concepts

    (515) 690-6586

    215 Clark St, Des Moines, IA 50314
  • /2

    $80,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,036 Sq Ft

    1431 9th St, Des Moines, IA 50314

    Fixer upper in convenient location close to downtown DSM! This home offers tons of potential with original character. Fenced in yard and carport with alley access. Great opportunity for sweat equity.

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    Deb Miller

    Iowa Realty Beaverdale

    (515) 375-0294

    1431 9th St, Des Moines, IA 50314
  • /23

    $220,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,594 Sq Ft

    1235 5th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314

    This beautifully flipped two-story home in downtown Des Moines offers 1,594 square feet of spacious living with 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Thoughtfully updated throughout, it blends modern finishes with plenty of character, creating a warm and inviting space perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. With its prime downtown location, you’ll enjoy easy access to shopping, dining, and all

    Mariela Mendoza Keller Williams Realty GDM

    1235 5th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314
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    $195,500

    • 3 Beds
    • 1.5 Baths
    • 1,895 Sq Ft

    1805 Oakland Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314

    Your Historic Riverbend dream home just hit the market! This charming Victorian-style beauty is bursting with character, opportunity, and nearly 1,900 sq. ft. of space to make your own! Featuring 3 spacious bedrooms, 1.5 baths, first-floor laundry, and timeless architectural details you simply can’t find in newer homes, this one is full of potential and personality.Located in the highly

    Michele McKibben RE/MAX Concepts

    1805 Oakland Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314
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    $200,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,381 Sq Ft

    401 Franklin Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314

    Fantastic opportunity to invest! Property provides the opportunity to serve as a 2 unit rental, an owner occupied rental, or conversion to a grand single family home in an area of Des Moines seeing continued development. Main level (Unit 1) houses 2 bedrooms and 2 baths with dining area in an appealing open concept. Unit 2 has 2 bedrooms and 1 bath on the second floor, with an additional third

    Meghan O'Brien Realty ONE Group Impact

    401 Franklin Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314
  • /23

    $210,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,228 Sq Ft

    1540 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50314

    Charming two-story, 4-bedroom home in the growing Riverbend neighborhood! Ideally located directly across from Moulton Elementary and just minutes from downtown, dining, and easy freeway access. This move-in-ready home offers a clean, welcoming feel with a fully fenced yard, alley access, and a 1-car detached garage. Enjoy outdoor living on the large covered deck and the added bonus of mature

    Chinh Nguyen RE/MAX Concepts

    1540 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50314
  • /21

    $215,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 1.5 Baths
    • 1,567 Sq Ft

    1534 9th St, Des Moines, IA 50314

    Are you looking for more space? 4 good sized bedrooms awaits for you and 2 bath. As you enter the home, you will be greeted by a nice big living room, this historic home holds its charter while offering updated touches. You don't want to miss this one. Newer kitchen and bathroom that are nicely remodeled. You might find a 5th bedroom in the attic or a room for your hobbies. Plus it also has a

    Elizabeth Zamora Iowa Realty South

    1534 9th St, Des Moines, IA 50314
  • /31

    $265,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,234 Sq Ft

    1510 9th St, Des Moines, IA 50314

    Here's your chance to live in the oldest home on Des Moines’ north side! Built in 1876, this 3- bedroom, 3-bathroomhome is a combination of modern and classic charm. Located in the River Bend Neighborhood, the home features original woodwork, staircase, windows, brick interior/exterior and hardwood floors. The kitchen and bathrooms have been updated for a modern feel. Additional closet was added

    Jana Severson Weichert, Miller & Clark

    1510 9th St, Des Moines, IA 50314
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    $225,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,792 Sq Ft

    1343 7th St, Des Moines, IA 50314

    Spacious and updated, this 5-bedroom, 2-bath home offers plenty of room for your family to grow. It’s ready for its next owner to add their personal touch and make it their own. Enjoy a fully fenced yard, a covered front porch, and the convenience of a stackable washer and dryer located on the second floor near the bedrooms. With great curb appeal and functional living space throughout, this home

    Tammy Saunders Platinum Realty LLC

    1343 7th St, Des Moines, IA 50314
  • /21

    $305,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 1,456 Sq Ft

    335 Forest Ave Unit 21, Des Moines, IA 50314

    Experience modern living in the charming historic Riverbend neighborhood. Just steps from all downtown has to offer—restaurants, The Casey’s Center, shops, bike paths, parks, hospitals, and I-235. This spacious two-story townhome offers nearly 1,500 sq ft with stainless steel appliances, LVP flooring, quartz countertops, 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, a deck, and a 2-car attached garage with SMART Home

    Justin Torres EXP Realty, LLC

    335 Forest Ave Unit 21, Des Moines, IA 50314
  • /24

    $315,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 1,498 Sq Ft

    335 Forest Ave Unit 24, Des Moines, IA 50314

    Experience modern living in the charming, historic Riverbend neighborhood, just steps from all downtown has to offer—restaurants, The Casey’s Center, shops, bike paths, parks, hospitals, and I-235. This spacious two-story townhome offers nearly 1,500 sq ft with stainless steel appliances, LVP flooring, quartz countertops, 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, a deck, and a 2-car attached garage with SMART Home

    Justin Torres EXP Realty, LLC

    335 Forest Ave Unit 24, Des Moines, IA 50314
  • /19

    $295,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 1,456 Sq Ft

    335 Forest Ave Unit 22, Des Moines, IA 50314

    Experience modern living in the charming, historic Riverbend neighborhood, just steps from all downtown has to offer—restaurants, The Casey’s Center, shops, bike paths, parks, hospitals, and I-235. This spacious two-story townhome offers nearly 1,500 sq ft with stainless steel appliances, LVP flooring, quartz countertops, 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, a deck, and a 2-car attached garage with SMART Home

    Justin Torres EXP Realty, LLC

    335 Forest Ave Unit 22, Des Moines, IA 50314
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    $130,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 2,043 Sq Ft

    1427 4th St, Des Moines, IA 50314

    Spacious 5-bedroom, 2-bath historic home on a double lot overlooking the East Village and downtown Des Moines. This remarkable property is set in an up-and-coming neighborhood with planned development along the 6th Ave corridor bringing local shops and restaurants within walking distance! Just minutes from everything downtown has to offer, and within earshot of Bates Park, this property presents

    Kenneth Kauzlarich RE/MAX Precision

    1427 4th St, Des Moines, IA 50314
  • /23

    $160,000

    • Studio
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,167 Sq Ft

    1325 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314

    Multi-family home with 4 individual 1 bed 1 bath units. Long term month to month rentals currently with no actual leases in place. City required the landlord to update electric so each unit has their own thermostat. Current rental certificate in place. Each unit currently pays $450 per month. Being sold "AS IS". Please allow min 24 hour notice to view occupied units. Unit #1 is vacant and can be

    Lisa Char Fathom Realty

    1325 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314
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    $129,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 808 Sq Ft

    328 Forest Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314

    Great opportunity with this updated ranch home featuring two bedrooms and one full bathroom. Large main level living room with hardwood floors and enclosed front porch. Main level laundry and all appliances staying. Updated kitchen with newer counters, cabinets and appliances. Lots of storage space in the lower level. A central location in Des Moines that is close to downtown and I-235.

    Brian Dunn Spire Real Estate

    328 Forest Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314
  • /3

    $269,000

    • Studio
    • 6 Baths
    • 4,233 Sq Ft

    717 Franklin Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314

    This 6-unit multi-family property is income-producing. All units are rented and monthly rents total $3850/mo. Room for rent increases. Large basement for landlord storage. Huge parking lot. See agent notes for link to proforma info.

    Abby Hausmann-Virgil Keller Williams Ankeny Metro

    717 Franklin Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314
  • /2

    $145,000

    • Studio
    • 3,189 Sq Ft

    1711 10th St, Des Moines, IA 50314

    Investers dream. The home has been gutted, some framing done, windows replaced. The basement walls were are replaced with concrete block by previous owner in 2020-2021. 6 bedroom, 3 bath house. Great view, looking toward an open green yard of the Grubb YMCA. Very spacious living room and bedrooms with high ceilings. Can be one large family residence or a multi family unit depending on your dream.

    Tonya Mendez Platinum Realty LLC

    1711 10th St, Des Moines, IA 50314
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    $169,000

    • Studio
    • 6 Baths
    • 2,430 Sq Ft

    1430 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50314

    Investor Special, Value-Add Opportunity Near Downtown Des Moines!1430 8th St is a 6-unit multifamily property now fully vacant and cleared, offering a rare opportunity for investors to renovate and reposition for maximum returns. Previously configured as six 1-bedroom units, this property is ready for updates and lease-up. Located just minutes from downtown with convenient access to shopping,

    Crystal Arguello Realty ONE Group Impact

    1430 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50314
  • /17

    $295,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 1,478 Sq Ft

    335 Forest Ave Unit 23, Des Moines, IA 50314

    Experience modern living in the charming, historic Riverbend neighborhood, just steps from all downtown has to offer—restaurants, The Casey’s Center, shops, bike paths, parks, hospitals, and I-235. This spacious two-story townhome offers nearly 1,500 sq ft with stainless steel appliances, LVP flooring, quartz countertops, 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, a deck, and a 2-car attached garage with SMART Home

    Justin Torres EXP Realty, LLC

    335 Forest Ave Unit 23, Des Moines, IA 50314
  • /19

    $154,999

    • 8 Beds
    • 5 Baths
    • 3,178 Sq Ft

    1420 9th St, Des Moines, IA 50314

    Own a piece of history in River Bend with this early 1900s Victorian located in the River Bend Local Historic District, offering over 3,100 square feet of finished space. With 8 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, this home provides plenty of flexibility whether you're looking for space to spread out or an opportunity to generate income. The main level features tall ceilings that give the home an open,

    George Romero RE/MAX Concepts

    1420 9th St, Des Moines, IA 50314
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    $65,000

    • Land
    • 1,655 Sq Ft
    • $1,710,526 per Acre

    335 Forest Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314

    These lots (1-4) are perfectly suited for a savvy first-time homebuyer looking to build wealth, investors, or new builders seeking new opportunities. This is an extraordinary opportunity with MASSIVE UPSIDE!Our plug-and-play system allows for the construction of a fourplex, facilitating immediate cash flow OR individual unit sales to kickstart your investing career. **These lots are NOT zoned

    Justin Torres EXP Realty, LLC

    335 Forest Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314

Why Live in River Bend

River Bend sits less than 2 miles north of downtown Des Moines, historic and diverse along the southern banks of the Des Moines River. Streets are lined with homes that range from simple ranch-style homes and foursquares to striking Tudors and three-story Victorians, some dating back to the late 1800s. The grid pattern is accented by semi-paved alleys, open lots, and pockets of local restaurants. Many homes have been carefully maintained, while others await renovation, reflecting the neighborhood’s evolving character and sense of pride. Houses here typically sell for between $69,000 to $338,000. The neighborhood's several green spaces include Bates Park, with a field, basketball courts and playground. Birdland Park features walking trails and a boat launch. Community growing spaces like the Forest Avenue Community Orchard and Supply Hive Community Garden invite residents to help harvest and share produce. Each month, the Heart of Des Moines Farmers Market draws neighbors with fresh food, live music, and boutique vendors. River Bend’s dining scene includes spots like Pho 515 for Vietnamese fare, La Familia Taco Company and the retro-themed Maggie’s Rumble Room. The area is served by the Des Moines Independent Community School District, with open enrollment options available. Major roads, Interstate 235, and DART bus routes make commuting straightforward.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is River Bend a good place to live?
River Bend is a good place to live. River Bend is considered fairly walkable and very bikeable with some transit options. River Bend is a suburban neighborhood. River Bend has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly dense in population with 11.9 people per acre and a median age of 34. The average household income is $51,987 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 7.1% of residents. A majority of residents in River Bend are renters, with 62% of residents renting and 38% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving River Bend can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our River Bend neighborhood guide.
Is River Bend, IA a safe neighborhood?
River Bend, IA is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 7 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in River Bend?
The median home price in River Bend is $188,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $37,600 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.37%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $940 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $40K a year to afford the median home price in River Bend. Learn how much home you can afford with our Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in River Bend is $52K.
What are the best public schools in River Bend?
The best public schools that serve River Bend are:
What are the best private schools in River Bend?
The best private schools that serve River Bend are:
What are the most popular zip codes in River Bend, Des Moines, IA?
The most popular zip codes in River Bend, Des Moines, IA include 50314, 50313, 50316, 50309 and 50311.
What are the most popular neighborhoods near River Bend, Des Moines, IA?
The most popular neighborhoods near River Bend, Des Moines, IA are King Irving, Mondamin Presidential, Union Park, Capitol Park and Downtown Des Moines.
Are home prices dropping in River Bend?
Yes, home prices in River Bend are down 13% in the last 12 months.

Home Trends in River Bend, IA

Housing Trends

Median Sale Price
$136,588
Median Single Family Sale Price
$154,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$300,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$126
Number of Homes for Sale
18
Last 12 months Home Sales
33
Months of Supply
6.50
Median List Price
$188,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
5%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-19%
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