Airbnb Properties for Sale in Iowa

Looking for a vacation rental investment in Iowa with high ROI ?

Explore a range of newly added short-term rental homes in Iowa. Make a smart investment with newly available Airbnb properties and find the ideal high-ROI property for sale.

Airbnb For Sale in Iowa

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PROPERTY	DETAILS	SALE PRICE	INVESTMENT PERFORMANCE
1019 SE 8th St Dyersville, IA Beautifully updated split-foyer home located in a quiet neighborhood in Dyersville, IA. St...	4 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,556 sq.ft.	$236,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 8.41% Traditional cash on cash: 5.31% Airbnb Rental Income: $3130 Traditional Rental Income: $1726 Airbnb ROI: 8.41% Traditional ROI: 5.31%
4591 SE Sand Rd Iowa City, IA This is a Fishing & Hunting Paradise! This price includes three additional parcels (103535...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 3,096 sq.ft.	$1,299,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.61% Traditional cash on cash: 0.59% Airbnb Rental Income: $3023 Traditional Rental Income: $2302 Airbnb ROI: 0.61% Traditional ROI: 0.59%
2024 Capitol Avenue Des Moines, IA Beautifully renovated ranch in the sought-after Fairgrounds area, just minutes from downto...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,144 sq.ft.	$215,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 5.07% Traditional cash on cash: 2.28% Airbnb Rental Income: $1933 Traditional Rental Income: $853 Airbnb ROI: 5.07% Traditional ROI: 2.28%
1464 Dunley Ct Iowa City, IA Check out this great walkout ranch in Country Club Estates! Spacious main floor with vault...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,684 sq.ft.	$485,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.84% Traditional cash on cash: 2.14% Airbnb Rental Income: $3297 Traditional Rental Income: $2241 Airbnb ROI: 2.84% Traditional ROI: 2.14%
2279 Dakota Wood Dr Pella, IA Welcome to this beautifully updated acreage just north of Pella in the desirable Wildwood ...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,431 sq.ft.	$549,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.1% Traditional cash on cash: 0.48% Airbnb Rental Income: $2412 Traditional Rental Income: $1501 Airbnb ROI: 1.1% Traditional ROI: 0.48%
7955 Wistful Vista Dr #12 West Des Moines, IA Blending the best of ranch-style convenience with 2-story living, this stunning 1.5-story ...	5 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,330 sq.ft.	$379,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 5.78% Traditional cash on cash: 4.41% Airbnb Rental Income: $4294 Traditional Rental Income: $2904 Airbnb ROI: 5.78% Traditional ROI: 4.41%
10922 Westport Dr West Des Moines, IA This 5-bedroom walkout ranch offers over 2,850 finished sq ft in West Des Moines within th...	5 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,640 sq.ft.	$529,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.04% Traditional cash on cash: 2.71% Airbnb Rental Income: $4294 Traditional Rental Income: $2730 Airbnb ROI: 4.04% Traditional ROI: 2.71%
706 West Maple St Williamsburg, IA This affordable, quaint property boasts a prime location adjacent to the school. Recent up...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 768 sq.ft.	$147,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.76% Traditional cash on cash: 4.55% Airbnb Rental Income: $1511 Traditional Rental Income: $1041 Airbnb ROI: 4.76% Traditional ROI: 4.55%
565 Dakota Ave Tiffin, IA Discover your dream home in Tiffin! This stunning 5 bedroom, 3 bath home offers a perfect ...	5 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,669 sq.ft.	$510,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.9% Traditional cash on cash: 3.63% Airbnb Rental Income: $3945 Traditional Rental Income: $2967 Airbnb ROI: 3.9% Traditional ROI: 3.63%
434 S 82nd St West Des Moines, IA Spacious Ranch in the heart of West Des Moines! Conveniently located just minutes from Jor...	5 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,562 sq.ft.	$424,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 5.66% Traditional cash on cash: 3.52% Airbnb Rental Income: $4294 Traditional Rental Income: $2540 Airbnb ROI: 5.66% Traditional ROI: 3.52%
1148 36th Street Des Moines, IA Investment opportunity! Looking for a solid real estate investment in Des Moines? Take a l...	6 beds \| N/A baths \| 2,509 sq.ft.	$310,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.78% Traditional cash on cash: 1.81% Airbnb Rental Income: $2601 Traditional Rental Income: $1405 Airbnb ROI: 3.78% Traditional ROI: 1.81%
2420 Pine Ct Van Meter, IA A remarkable home in Van Meter award winning school system. The home is owned by a profess...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,419 sq.ft.	$320,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.2% Traditional cash on cash: 2.91% Airbnb Rental Income: $2648 Traditional Rental Income: $1630 Airbnb ROI: 4.2% Traditional ROI: 2.91%
13 29Th Place Fort Madison, IA Spacious split foyer home on a quiet cul-de-sac! On the upper level of this 2-level home i...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,050 sq.ft.	$162,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 9.5% Traditional cash on cash: 9.25% Airbnb Rental Income: $2589 Traditional Rental Income: $1931 Airbnb ROI: 9.5% Traditional ROI: 9.25%
327 Jones St Moville, IA Nicely kept bungalow home in a quiet neighborhood. The enclosed front porch welcomes peop...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 720 sq.ft.	$137,500	Airbnb cash on cash: 9.48% Traditional cash on cash: 8.55% Airbnb Rental Income: $2091 Traditional Rental Income: $1430 Airbnb ROI: 9.48% Traditional ROI: 8.55%
405 NW Woodmoor Dr Waukee, IA Build your dream home with the Franklin XL plan by Grace Allen Homes in the desirable Prai...	5 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,861 sq.ft.	$729,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.04% Traditional cash on cash: 0.54% Airbnb Rental Income: $3296 Traditional Rental Income: $2221 Airbnb ROI: 1.04% Traditional ROI: 0.54%
605 Deer View Ave Tiffin, IA QUICK CLOSING POSSIBLE! BETTER THAN NEW Ranch home with a 4-seasons room, Screened in Porc...	5 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,818 sq.ft.	$525,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.08% Traditional cash on cash: 2.11% Airbnb Rental Income: $3945 Traditional Rental Income: $2133 Airbnb ROI: 4.08% Traditional ROI: 2.11%
307 Parkview Ct North Liberty, IA Move in Ready Split-Foyer Zero lot home nestled at the end of a cul-du-sac with so much to...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,416 sq.ft.	$230,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.46% Traditional cash on cash: 1.89% Airbnb Rental Income: $1816 Traditional Rental Income: $983 Airbnb ROI: 3.46% Traditional ROI: 1.89%
1960 Sherman Dr Iowa City, IA NEW ROOF, NEW SIDING, freshly painted and cleaned! This home is ready for you!! So many gr...	5 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,604 sq.ft.	$450,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.66% Traditional cash on cash: 1.76% Airbnb Rental Income: $3877 Traditional Rental Income: $1820 Airbnb ROI: 4.66% Traditional ROI: 1.76%
2965 Primrose Ln Pella, IA Cedar Plan under construction. Built to order. *24 hr sale	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,727 sq.ft.	$422,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.77% Traditional cash on cash: 1.73% Airbnb Rental Income: $2412 Traditional Rental Income: $1806 Airbnb ROI: 1.77% Traditional ROI: 1.73%
4472 Tamara Lane West Des Moines, IA Discover this beautifully updated 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom home located in the heart of West ...	5 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,080 sq.ft.	$449,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 5.56% Traditional cash on cash: 2.55% Airbnb Rental Income: $4294 Traditional Rental Income: $2122 Airbnb ROI: 5.56% Traditional ROI: 2.55%
401 S 3rd St Polk City, IA This adorable two-bedroom, one-bathroom home features a bright, open floor plan with thoug...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 850 sq.ft.	$134,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 6.03% Traditional cash on cash: 4.03% Airbnb Rental Income: $1646 Traditional Rental Income: $924 Airbnb ROI: 6.03% Traditional ROI: 4.03%
5211 Harvest Road Ames, IA Looking for a ranch home with space, style, and incredible sunsets? Welcome to 5211 Harves...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,968 sq.ft.	$649,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.45% Traditional cash on cash: 0.38% Airbnb Rental Income: $2276 Traditional Rental Income: $1667 Airbnb ROI: 0.45% Traditional ROI: 0.38%
1009 Highland Ave Iowa City, IA Property is sold "AS-IS" condition. Seller will not entertain remedy items.	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,026 sq.ft.	$179,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.65% Traditional cash on cash: 2.75% Airbnb Rental Income: $1686 Traditional Rental Income: $893 Airbnb ROI: 4.65% Traditional ROI: 2.75%
1534 9th Street Des Moines, IA Are you looking for more space? 4 good sized bedrooms awaits for you and 2 bath. As you en...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,567 sq.ft.	$200,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 5.03% Traditional cash on cash: 4.76% Airbnb Rental Income: $1933 Traditional Rental Income: $1371 Airbnb ROI: 5.03% Traditional ROI: 4.76%
905 W Broadway St Polk City, IA Bring your vision and transform this home into something special. Nestled on over 3 acres ...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,546 sq.ft.	$229,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.22% Traditional cash on cash: 0.62% Airbnb Rental Income: $1646 Traditional Rental Income: $836 Airbnb ROI: 2.22% Traditional ROI: 0.62%
1336 Truman Place Ames, IA Location truly stands out in this 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath townhome in north Ames. Enjoy easy, ...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,218 sq.ft.	$179,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 5.89% Traditional cash on cash: 4.49% Airbnb Rental Income: $2276 Traditional Rental Income: $1469 Airbnb ROI: 5.89% Traditional ROI: 4.49%
1111 5th Ave Ackley, IA Welcome to 1111 5th Ave Ackley! This 3 bedroom 1.75 bath ranch home is waiting for it's ne...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,854 sq.ft.	$159,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 6.31% Traditional cash on cash: 3.65% Airbnb Rental Income: $1894 Traditional Rental Income: $984 Airbnb ROI: 6.31% Traditional ROI: 3.65%
1408 Valley Street Burlington, IA Step inside this freshly refreshed three bedroom home and you'll immediately feel the warm...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,507 sq.ft.	$119,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 5.82% Traditional cash on cash: 4.72% Airbnb Rental Income: $1406 Traditional Rental Income: $856 Airbnb ROI: 5.82% Traditional ROI: 4.72%
537 8th Avenue Marion, IA Excellent investment opportunity in a desirable Marion location! This well-maintained dupl...	4 beds \| N/A baths \| 1,683 sq.ft.	$180,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 5.09% Traditional cash on cash: 4.31% Airbnb Rental Income: $1787 Traditional Rental Income: $1167 Airbnb ROI: 5.09% Traditional ROI: 4.31%
4111 40th Street Des Moines, IA Welcome home to this beautifully updated ranch in the highly sought-after Lower Beaver nei...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,239 sq.ft.	$240,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.24% Traditional cash on cash: 1.07% Airbnb Rental Income: $1411 Traditional Rental Income: $948 Airbnb ROI: 1.24% Traditional ROI: 1.07%
2508 Jackson Cir Spirit Lake, IA Welcome home to this 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac in the highl...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,129 sq.ft.	$339,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.92% Traditional cash on cash: 1.38% Airbnb Rental Income: $2172 Traditional Rental Income: $1130 Airbnb ROI: 2.92% Traditional ROI: 1.38%
1922 23rd Street St #9 Spirit Lake, IA Welcome home to this "just-the-right-size" FINISHED 1606 square foot, serene 2 bedroom, 2 ...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,606 sq.ft.	$229,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.98% Traditional cash on cash: 0.83% Airbnb Rental Income: $1273 Traditional Rental Income: $841 Airbnb ROI: 0.98% Traditional ROI: 0.83%
1324 SE Birch Lane Ankeny, IA Modern Convenience Meets Low-Maintenance Living! One of the newer units (2017) in the deve...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,331 sq.ft.	$269,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.83% Traditional cash on cash: 1.66% Airbnb Rental Income: $1869 Traditional Rental Income: $1326 Airbnb ROI: 1.83% Traditional ROI: 1.66%
1300 E Gable Way Tiffin, IA Immediate possession available! New walkout ranch with an open great room and dining area....	5 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,714 sq.ft.	$545,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.34% Traditional cash on cash: 2.12% Airbnb Rental Income: $3945 Traditional Rental Income: $2478 Airbnb ROI: 3.34% Traditional ROI: 2.12%
1403 Croell Ave Tiffin, IA There is so much to appreciate about this 5 bedroom/3 bathroom, extremely well maintained ...	5 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,989 sq.ft.	$510,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.38% Traditional cash on cash: 2.01% Airbnb Rental Income: $3945 Traditional Rental Income: $2446 Airbnb ROI: 3.38% Traditional ROI: 2.01%
253 Main St Kingsley, IA Look at this newly updated home in Kingsley, Iowa!! This is a 2 bed, 1 1\2 bath newly remo...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,169 sq.ft.	$175,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 7.11% Traditional cash on cash: 6.78% Airbnb Rental Income: $2091 Traditional Rental Income: $1498 Airbnb ROI: 7.11% Traditional ROI: 6.78%
1304 Chestnut St Atlantic, IA Welcome to your new favorite place to call home-a fully furnished five-bedroom, one-and-a-...	5 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,990 sq.ft.	$281,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 8.2% Traditional cash on cash: 7.53% Airbnb Rental Income: $3807 Traditional Rental Income: $2806 Airbnb ROI: 8.2% Traditional ROI: 7.53%
203 E Walnut St Williamsburg, IA Affordable, well-maintained, updated home within walking distance to down town Williamsbur...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,188 sq.ft.	$150,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.66% Traditional cash on cash: 3.03% Airbnb Rental Income: $1511 Traditional Rental Income: $836 Airbnb ROI: 4.66% Traditional ROI: 3.03%
1817 H St Iowa City, IA Buy through Auction.com. This foreclosure property is a great opportunity to invest in thi...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 940 sq.ft.	$147,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 6.18% Traditional cash on cash: 4.37% Airbnb Rental Income: $1872 Traditional Rental Income: $1116 Airbnb ROI: 6.18% Traditional ROI: 4.37%
805/807 20th Ave Coralville, IA Great investment opportunity in prime location! New HVAC system installed 2025. One unit i...	5 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,360 sq.ft.	$280,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 6.82% Traditional cash on cash: 2.34% Airbnb Rental Income: $3218 Traditional Rental Income: $1310 Airbnb ROI: 6.82% Traditional ROI: 2.34%

Short term rentals in Iowa

There are 386 short term rentals for sale in the state of Iowa. Charles City, Davenport and Eldora are the best short term rental markets in Iowa. The average median price of Airbnb properties for sale in these cities are $181,617 and the average price per square foot is $0. The average monthly cash on cash return in these top cities of Iowa is 2.33%.

Iowa Short Term Rentals FAQs for Buyers, Sellers and Investors

There are 386 short term rentals available for sale in Iowa.

In 2026, Davenport, Charles City and Eldora has the highest short term rental income.

In 2026, Charles City and Davenport has the highest cash on cash return for vacation rentals in Iowa.

In 2026, the highest Airbnb occupancy rate in Iowa are in Davenport (26%), Charles City (25%) and Eldora (21%).

Airbnb data on vacation rentals in Iowa is available at Mashvisor. You can access data such as listings, real-time pricing trends, Iowa market insights, guest information and booking details, seasonality trends and historical Iowa Airbnb performance data.

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Airbnb For Sale in Iowa

1019 SE 8th St

Dyersville, IA

4 beds | 1 baths | 1,556 sq.ft.

$236,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 8.41%

Traditional cash on cash: 5.31%

Airbnb Rental Income: $3130

Traditional Rental Income: $1726

Airbnb ROI: 8.41%

Traditional ROI: 5.31%

4591 SE Sand Rd

Iowa City, IA

4 beds | 2 baths | 3,096 sq.ft.

$1,299,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.61%

Traditional cash on cash: 0.59%

Airbnb Rental Income: $3023

Traditional Rental Income: $2302

Airbnb ROI: 0.61%

Traditional ROI: 0.59%

2024 Capitol Avenue

Des Moines, IA

4 beds | 2 baths | 1,144 sq.ft.

$215,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 5.07%

Traditional cash on cash: 2.28%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1933

Traditional Rental Income: $853

Airbnb ROI: 5.07%

Traditional ROI: 2.28%

1464 Dunley Ct

Iowa City, IA

4 beds | 3 baths | 2,684 sq.ft.

$485,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 2.84%

Traditional cash on cash: 2.14%

Airbnb Rental Income: $3297

Traditional Rental Income: $2241

Airbnb ROI: 2.84%

Traditional ROI: 2.14%

2279 Dakota Wood Dr

Pella, IA

4 beds | 3 baths | 2,431 sq.ft.

$549,900

Airbnb cash on cash: 1.1%

Traditional cash on cash: 0.48%

Airbnb Rental Income: $2412

Traditional Rental Income: $1501

Airbnb ROI: 1.1%

Traditional ROI: 0.48%

7955 Wistful Vista Dr #12

West Des Moines, IA

5 beds | 4 baths | 2,330 sq.ft.

$379,900

Airbnb cash on cash: 5.78%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.41%

Airbnb Rental Income: $4294

Traditional Rental Income: $2904

Airbnb ROI: 5.78%

Traditional ROI: 4.41%

10922 Westport Dr

West Des Moines, IA

5 beds | 3 baths | 1,640 sq.ft.

$529,900

Airbnb cash on cash: 4.04%

Traditional cash on cash: 2.71%

Airbnb Rental Income: $4294

Traditional Rental Income: $2730

Airbnb ROI: 4.04%

Traditional ROI: 2.71%

706 West Maple St

Williamsburg, IA

2 beds | 1 baths | 768 sq.ft.

$147,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 4.76%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.55%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1511

Traditional Rental Income: $1041

Airbnb ROI: 4.76%