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Neighborhoods in Polk County, IA

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    Downtown Des Moines

    Downtown Des Moines combines city living with small-town charm, featuring walkable neighborhoods, vibrant arts and top attractions like Principal Park and the Riverwalk. Residents enjoy diverse dining, cultural events, green spaces and easy access to schools and transit.

    • Average Value

      $325K

    • List Price

      $152K - $1.4M

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      50 Listings

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    Altoona

    Altoona, Iowa, 13 miles east of Des Moines, features Adventureland Park and Prairie Meadows casino. This growing suburb has highly rated schools in Southeast Polk district, extensive parks and trails connecting to the metro area.

    • Average Value

      $313K

    • List Price

      $170K - $697K

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      138 Listings

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    Marquisville

    Marquisville in Des Moines combines suburban living with nature. Margo Frankel Woods State Park has hiking trails. Housing includes ranch-style and Colonial revival homes. The area has lower crime risk than the national average.

    • Average Value

      $295K

    • List Price

      $129K - $600K

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      22 Listings

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    Bloomfield/Allen

    Downtown Des Moines is about 5 miles away from suburban Bloomfield/Allen, a suburb surrounding Easter Lake Park. Ewing Park is also nearby. Available properties include multifamily, single-family and manufactured homes. Restaurants and retail are minutes away.

    • Average Value

      $293K

    • List Price

      $137K - $502K

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      40 Listings

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    Waveland Park

    Des Moines's Waveland Park has early 20th-century homes on tree-lined streets. Residents get active at Franklin Field Park and dine out at Waveland Café. The Des Moines Independent Community School District serves area kids.

    • Average Value

      $293K

    • List Price

      $175K - $645K

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      6 Listings

    Waveland Park
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    Windsor Heights

    Windsor Heights, Iowa, is a suburban city near Des Moines with unique 1950s brick homes. It features Colby Park, scenic trails, and convenient shopping. The walkable area offers easy access to Des Moines amenities.

    • Average Value

      $291K

    • List Price

      $162K - $472K

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      13 Listings

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    Meredith

    Meredith offers a balance of suburban comfort and urban convenience. The neighborhood features the scenic Trestle Trail and Westchester Park, while nearby Merle Hay Mall provides a variety of shopping options.

    • Average Value

      $289K

    • List Price

      $165K - $654K

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      10 Listings

    Meredith
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    Southeast Ankeny

    Southeast Ankeny in Ankeny features new homes and vibrant shopping. Residents enjoy parks like Sunrise Park. The area has highly rated schools, and Interstate 35 provides access to Des Moines. Summerfest is a local highlight.

    • Average Value

      $286K

    • List Price

      $145K - $930K

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      43 Listings

    Southeast Ankeny
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    Capitol Heights

    Capitol Heights in Des Moines combines suburban living with a small-town feel. The neighborhood features Brook Run Park and Reno Memorial Dog Park. Delaware Elementary School provides highly rated education for local children.

    • Average Value

      $286K

    • List Price

      $170K - $538K

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      66 Listings

    Capitol Heights
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    River Woods

    River Woods in Des Moines, bordered by the Des Moines River, is a quiet, family-friendly neighborhood featuring James W. Cownie Park with trails and sports fields, community events and convenient access to downtown.

    • Average Value

      $284K

    • List Price

      $186K - $365K

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      6 Listings

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    Avon Lake

    Avon Lake in Polk County offers modest lakeside homes with easy access to Des Moines. Residents enjoy nearby parks like North Park and Scotch Ridge Nature Park. Carlisle hosts events such as PumpkinFest and the Holiday Craft Show.

    • Average Value

      $278K

    • List Price

      $164K - $673K

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      14 Listings

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    Waveland Woods

    Waveland Woods combines suburban charm with convenience, as it’s close to downtown Des Moines and the airport. Vintage homes line tree-shaded streets, and outdoor spots like Waveland Park and Waveland Golf Course are nearby.

    • Average Value

      $276K

    • List Price

      $146K - $752K

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      3 Listings

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    Greater South Side

    Greater South Side in Des Moines offers a suburban atmosphere with attractions like Gray’s Lake Park and Wakonda Club, diverse dining options, and convenient access to downtown, the airport, and a mix of housing styles.

    • Average Value

      $272K

    • List Price

      $116K - $949K

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      19 Listings

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    Beaverdale

    Brick homes and community spirit characterize Beaverdale in Des Moines. Residents can enjoy nearby parks, trail access and local eateries like Snookies Malt Shop. Easy downtown access add to its appeal.

    • Average Value

      $266K

    • List Price

      $168K - $774K

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      31 Listings

    Beaverdale
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    Ewing Woods-Evergreen

    Ewing Woods-Evergreen lies about 5 miles from Downtown Des Moines. Its wooded streets are near parks, restaurants and shopping options. Ranch-style and Minimal Traditional two-story homes are common. Schools, medical centers and bus routes are close by.

    • Average Value

      $260K

    • List Price

      $174K - $295K

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      0 Listings

    Ewing Woods-Evergreen
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    Lower Beaver

    Lower Beaver in Des Moines offers a serene, tree-lined setting with river views, nearby parks like Woodlawn and Westchester, and local dining favorites such as Patience’s African Cuisine and El Taco Guapo.

    • Average Value

      $256K

    • List Price

      $164K - $410K

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      25 Listings

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    North of Grand

    North of Grand in Des Moines features historic homes from 1910-1940. Ingersoll Avenue offers locally owned restaurants, and annual events include Ingersoll Live and Shakespeare performances.

    • Average Value

      $247K

    • List Price

      $145K - $578K

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      12 Listings

    North of Grand
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    Valley High Manor

    Valley High Manor blends suburban living with a rural feel. Parks and trails are plentiful. Midcentury-era homes are most common. Residents enjoy proximity to downtown Des Moines and the annual The Iowa State Fair.

    • Average Value

      $223K

    • List Price

      $160K - $295K

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      2 Listings

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    Drake

    Drake, home to Drake University, blends historic homes with student housing and local businesses, such as Drake Diner and Black Cat Ice Cream. The walkable area offers parks, cultural events and easy access to Downtown Des Moines and the airport.

    • Average Value

      $223K

    • List Price

      $84K - $572K

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      32 Listings

    Drake
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    Merle Hay

    Merle Hay in Des Moines is around 6 miles from downtown and features Merle Hay Mall with diverse shopping and dining. The area has mid-20th-century homes, parks with accessible playgrounds and easy access to U.S. Route 6.

    • Average Value

      $222K

    • List Price

      $153K - $345K

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      32 Listings

    Merle Hay
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    Douglas Acres

    Douglas Acres in Des Moines offers homes on spacious lots, near parks, schools and shopping along East Euclid Avenue. With easy access to I-235, DART buses and local dining like Tasty Tacos and Eastside Eddie’s, it’s a quiet but well-connected neighborhood.

    • Average Value

      $218K

    • List Price

      $133K - $344K

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      4 Listings

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    Woodland Heights

    Woodland Heights features historic homes and tree-lined streets near downtown Des Moines. Ingersoll Avenue offers trendy dining and shopping, while Chamberlain Park provides green space. The area is close to Drake University.

    • Average Value

      $217K

    • List Price

      $119K - $471K

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      3 Listings

    Woodland Heights
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    Sheridan Gardens

    Sheridan Gardens in Des Moines offers affordable midcentury homes in a quiet suburban setting. Sheridan Park provides a playground and a basketball court, and mile-long bike trail along Fourmile Creek is on the west side.

    • Average Value

      $212K

    • List Price

      $130K - $297K

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      20 Listings

    Sheridan Gardens
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    South Central DSM

    South Central DSM is close to both Des Moines International Airport and downtown. Fort Des Moines Park has a fishing lake and hiking trails. The South Des Moines Sculpture Park is a local attraction.

    • Average Value

      $207K

    • List Price

      $136K - $367K

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      14 Listings

    South Central DSM
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    Watrous South

    Watrous South in Des Moines offers budget-friendly homes near the airport and downtown. Outdoor recreation includes Sayers Park and Nahas Aquatic Center. Blank Park Zoo is nearby, along with shopping and dining.

    • Average Value

      $206K

    • List Price

      $123K - $342K

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      15 Listings

    Watrous South

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