Airbnb Properties for Sale in Iowa

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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
3324 Harcourt Drive Ames, IA Mid-century modern character with fresh updates, on a lot that backs to green space in sou...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 997 sq.ft.	$269,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 6.99% Traditional cash on cash: 5.76% Airbnb Rental Income: $3045 Traditional Rental Income: $2037 Airbnb ROI: 6.99% Traditional ROI: 5.76%
1458 Truman Place Ames, IA Welcome to this well-maintained 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath townhome in a convenient North Ames lo...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,218 sq.ft.	$181,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.42% Traditional cash on cash: 0.69% Airbnb Rental Income: $1876 Traditional Rental Income: $731 Airbnb ROI: 4.42% Traditional ROI: 0.69%
408 Dale Drive Iowa Falls, IA New Price and seller is offering $2,500 toward closing costs. This home also qualifies for...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,016 sq.ft.	$132,500	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.86% Traditional cash on cash: 4.84% Airbnb Rental Income: $1429 Traditional Rental Income: $999 Airbnb ROI: 4.86% Traditional ROI: 4.84%
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: 0.68% Traditional cash on cash: 0.59% Airbnb Rental Income: $3121 Traditional Rental Income: $2302 Airbnb ROI: 0.68% Traditional ROI: 0.59%
4021 6th Avenue Des Moines, IA Located in the Highland Park neighborhood, this multi-unit home is within walking distance...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,387 sq.ft.	$195,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 9.3% Traditional cash on cash: 8.86% Airbnb Rental Income: $2955 Traditional Rental Income: $2193 Airbnb ROI: 9.3% Traditional ROI: 8.86%
2279 Dakota Wood Drive Pella, IA Motivated seller! Don't miss this incredible opportunity to own a beautifully updated acre...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,431 sq.ft.	$539,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.71% Traditional cash on cash: 0.5% Airbnb Rental Income: $2153 Traditional Rental Income: $1501 Airbnb ROI: 0.71% Traditional ROI: 0.5%
5423 Norris Street Ames, IA Welcome to 5423 Norris Street in Ames, where modern comfort meets a fantastic location. Th...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 990 sq.ft.	$260,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 7% Traditional cash on cash: 6.19% Airbnb Rental Income: $3045 Traditional Rental Income: $2149 Airbnb ROI: 7% Traditional ROI: 6.19%
7955 Wistful Vista Drive #12 West Des Moines, IA A standalone two story townhome with a main floor primary suite, no shared walls, and lawn...	5 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,286 sq.ft.	$360,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 6.06% Traditional cash on cash: 4.84% Airbnb Rental Income: $4209 Traditional Rental Income: $2904 Airbnb ROI: 6.06% Traditional ROI: 4.84%
19 Eversull Lane Iowa City, IA Move-in-ready east-side ranch in Stone Bridge Estates is waiting for you to call it home! ...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,251 sq.ft.	$445,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.5% Traditional cash on cash: 2.64% Airbnb Rental Income: $3445 Traditional Rental Income: $2325 Airbnb ROI: 3.5% Traditional ROI: 2.64%
1103 NW Mils Drive Ankeny, IA Welcome to this gorgeous ranch in NW Ankeny's Kidman Estates. Offering 2,700 sq feet of fi...	5 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,600 sq.ft.	$575,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.94% Traditional cash on cash: 2.52% Airbnb Rental Income: $3651 Traditional Rental Income: $2631 Airbnb ROI: 2.94% Traditional ROI: 2.52%
826 20th Ave Coralville, IA Great starter home in the heart of Coralville! This updated 3-bedroom, 1-bath side-split s...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,393 sq.ft.	$249,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.19% Traditional cash on cash: 2.12% Airbnb Rental Income: $1699 Traditional Rental Income: $1211 Airbnb ROI: 2.19% Traditional ROI: 2.12%
2321 Brushy Creek Road Duncombe, IA Location and price set this ranch-style acreage apart from the rest! Located just minutes ...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,327 sq.ft.	$295,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 9.99% Traditional cash on cash: 7.02% Airbnb Rental Income: $4278 Traditional Rental Income: $2552 Airbnb ROI: 9.99% Traditional ROI: 7.02%
415 Beedle Drive Ames, IA Welcome home to 415 Beedle Drive in Ames, IA! Built in 2005, this ranch-style home offers ...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,132 sq.ft.	$315,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 5.48% Traditional cash on cash: 4.56% Airbnb Rental Income: $3045 Traditional Rental Income: $2075 Airbnb ROI: 5.48% Traditional ROI: 4.56%
3038 Westwood Drive Fort Madison, IA The Ultimate Family Haven: Space, Comfort, and Peace of Mind. Welcome to this beautifully ...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,512 sq.ft.	$250,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 7.9% Traditional cash on cash: 4.13% Airbnb Rental Income: $3122 Traditional Rental Income: $1522 Airbnb ROI: 7.9% Traditional ROI: 4.13%
610 Phillips Street Polk City, IA Are you a first-time homebuyer, an investor looking to expand your rental portfolio, or a ...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 770 sq.ft.	$195,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 6.04% Traditional cash on cash: 5.47% Airbnb Rental Income: $2227 Traditional Rental Income: $1562 Airbnb ROI: 6.04% Traditional ROI: 5.47%
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.	$290,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 5.18% Traditional cash on cash: 2% Airbnb Rental Income: $2955 Traditional Rental Income: $1405 Airbnb ROI: 5.18% Traditional ROI: 2%
2304 Knapp Street Ames, IA Great investment opportunity near Iowa State University! This well-maintained Ames quadple...	N/A beds \| N/A baths \| 2,778 sq.ft.	$600,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.41% Traditional cash on cash: -0.14% Airbnb Rental Income: $1876 Traditional Rental Income: $1067 Airbnb ROI: 0.41% Traditional ROI: -0.14%
2524 NW 14th Street Ankeny, IA Move-in-ready 3-bedroom ranch in a great Ankeny location! Over 2,000 sq ft of finished liv...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,038 sq.ft.	$259,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.64% Traditional cash on cash: 1.57% Airbnb Rental Income: $1569 Traditional Rental Income: $1102 Airbnb ROI: 1.64% Traditional ROI: 1.57%
601 1st Street E Altoona, IA Updated 3 bedroom, 2-bathroom home with over 1,200 finished square feet of living space in...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 752 sq.ft.	$245,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.42% Traditional cash on cash: 1.5% Airbnb Rental Income: $1699 Traditional Rental Income: $1015 Airbnb ROI: 2.42% Traditional ROI: 1.5%
2626 Maple Street Des Moines, IA Welcome home to this spacious and affordable 4-bedroom, 1 1/2-story home offering over 1,4...	4 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,432 sq.ft.	$200,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.99% Traditional cash on cash: 3.7% Airbnb Rental Income: $2054 Traditional Rental Income: $1277 Airbnb ROI: 4.99% Traditional ROI: 3.7%
741 Dearborn St Iowa City, IA Beautiful 2 story home with finished attic located in the Historic Longfellow district. F...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,974 sq.ft.	$430,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.09% Traditional cash on cash: 1.85% Airbnb Rental Income: $3445 Traditional Rental Income: $1776 Airbnb ROI: 4.09% Traditional ROI: 1.85%
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.	$439,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 5.53% Traditional cash on cash: 2.63% Airbnb Rental Income: $4209 Traditional Rental Income: $2122 Airbnb ROI: 5.53% Traditional ROI: 2.63%
2434 NW Ashland Parkway Ankeny, IA Welcome to this well maintained 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom ranch offering a spacious and functi...	5 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,389 sq.ft.	$359,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 5.68% Traditional cash on cash: 3.21% Airbnb Rental Income: $3651 Traditional Rental Income: $2017 Airbnb ROI: 5.68% Traditional ROI: 3.21%
5211 Harvest Road Ames, IA October offer: the seller will give the buyer a $5,000 credit at closing on an accepted pu...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,968 sq.ft.	$649,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.51% Traditional cash on cash: 0.38% Airbnb Rental Income: $3045 Traditional Rental Income: $1667 Airbnb ROI: 1.51% Traditional ROI: 0.38%
7414 Dennis Drive Urbandale, IA This ranch style home features living room/dining area combination, three bedrooms on main...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 912 sq.ft.	$279,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.46% Traditional cash on cash: 3.45% Airbnb Rental Income: $2172 Traditional Rental Income: $1620 Airbnb ROI: 3.46% Traditional ROI: 3.45%
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.	$190,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 5.9% Traditional cash on cash: 5.05% Airbnb Rental Income: $2054 Traditional Rental Income: $1371 Airbnb ROI: 5.9% Traditional ROI: 5.05%
5308 Thackeray Drive Ames, IA Discover this well-cared-for 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home nestled in a well-established SW A...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,206 sq.ft.	$334,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 5.15% Traditional cash on cash: 3.78% Airbnb Rental Income: $3045 Traditional Rental Income: $1918 Airbnb ROI: 5.15% Traditional ROI: 3.78%
25251 McClelland Lane Spirit Lake, IA Enjoy big Spirit Lake living at McClelland's Beach! This 3 bedroom, 1 bath year-round home...	4 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,032 sq.ft.	$609,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.45% Traditional cash on cash: -0.22% Airbnb Rental Income: $2448 Traditional Rental Income: $902 Airbnb ROI: 1.45% Traditional ROI: -0.22%
10211 NW 80th Lane Johnston, IA RARE JOHNSTON ACREAGE! Enjoy 1.83 private acres within Johnston city limits and the Johnst...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,593 sq.ft.	$507,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.81% Traditional cash on cash: 0.79% Airbnb Rental Income: $2360 Traditional Rental Income: $1764 Airbnb ROI: 0.81% Traditional ROI: 0.79%
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.	$229,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.62% Traditional cash on cash: 1.17% Airbnb Rental Income: $1482 Traditional Rental Income: $948 Airbnb ROI: 1.62% Traditional ROI: 1.17%
1922 23rd Street #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: 1.27% Traditional cash on cash: 0.83% Airbnb Rental Income: $1350 Traditional Rental Income: $841 Airbnb ROI: 1.27% Traditional ROI: 0.83%
114 Tradition Drive Polk City, IA Set on a beautifully irrigated 1-acre lot, this custom 1.5-story walkout offers nearly 6,0...	5 beds \| 6 baths \| 4,172 sq.ft.	$950,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.47% Traditional cash on cash: 1.41% Airbnb Rental Income: $4635 Traditional Rental Income: $3620 Airbnb ROI: 1.47% Traditional ROI: 1.41%
2801 NE 86th Avenue Ankeny, IA Enjoy the best of both worlds with this charming Ankeny property offering country living i...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,236 sq.ft.	$245,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.12% Traditional cash on cash: 1.64% Airbnb Rental Income: $1801 Traditional Rental Income: $968 Airbnb ROI: 3.12% Traditional ROI: 1.64%
405 N 10th Street Indianola, IA Many large ticket items have been completed in this home. It's ready for you to decorate t...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,008 sq.ft.	$229,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.05% Traditional cash on cash: 1.96% Airbnb Rental Income: $1471 Traditional Rental Income: $1018 Airbnb ROI: 2.05% Traditional ROI: 1.96%
1690 Dogwood Avenue Creston, IA Find your peace in this spacious ranch-style home nestled on a picturesque .79 acre lot ou...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,782 sq.ft.	$265,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.21% Traditional cash on cash: 1.9% Airbnb Rental Income: $1652 Traditional Rental Income: $1112 Airbnb ROI: 2.21% Traditional ROI: 1.9%
2819 Rollins Avenue Des Moines, IA Welcome to a beautifully remodeled 4-bed, 3-bath home where thoughtful updates and quality...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 968 sq.ft.	$242,500	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.48% Traditional cash on cash: 2.18% Airbnb Rental Income: $2054 Traditional Rental Income: $996 Airbnb ROI: 4.48% Traditional ROI: 2.18%
4311 Ontario Street Ames, IA This is your time to invest in Ames IA! Property had a full upgrade and remodeling job wit...	8 beds \| 4 baths \| N/A	$409,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.36% Traditional cash on cash: 0.74% Airbnb Rental Income: $2765 Traditional Rental Income: $1111 Airbnb ROI: 3.36% Traditional ROI: 0.74%
901 NE Harvey Street Grimes, IA With nearly 1200 finished sq ft., this 3-bedroom, 2-bath split-level home in the popular G...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 880 sq.ft.	$225,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.89% Traditional cash on cash: 3.34% Airbnb Rental Income: $2025 Traditional Rental Income: $1382 Airbnb ROI: 3.89% Traditional ROI: 3.34%
606 Cutler Avenue Des Moines, IA Why rent when you can own and build equity? This move-in ready 3-bedroom ranch offers an e...	4 beds \| 1 baths \| 804 sq.ft.	$190,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 5.38% Traditional cash on cash: 5.12% Airbnb Rental Income: $2054 Traditional Rental Income: $1477 Airbnb ROI: 5.38% Traditional ROI: 5.12%
720 NE 42nd Street Ankeny, IA Step inside this exceptional 2-story home, where style meets functionality, featuring 5 be...	5 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,589 sq.ft.	$522,400	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.09% Traditional cash on cash: 2.5% Airbnb Rental Income: $3651 Traditional Rental Income: $2566 Airbnb ROI: 3.09% Traditional ROI: 2.5%

Short term rentals in Iowa

There are 196 short term rentals for sale in the state of Iowa. Davenport, Newton and Sioux City are the best short term rental markets in Iowa. The average median price of Airbnb properties for sale in these cities are $266,500 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 196 short term rentals available for sale in Iowa.

In 2026, Newton, Sioux City and Davenport has the highest short term rental income.

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

In 2026, the highest Airbnb occupancy rate in Iowa are in Newton (31%), Sioux City (28%) and Davenport (26%).

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

3324 Harcourt Drive

Ames, IA

4 beds | 2 baths | 997 sq.ft.

$269,900

Airbnb cash on cash: 6.99%

Traditional cash on cash: 5.76%

Airbnb Rental Income: $3045

Traditional Rental Income: $2037

Airbnb ROI: 6.99%

Traditional ROI: 5.76%

1458 Truman Place

Ames, IA

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,218 sq.ft.

$181,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 4.42%

Traditional cash on cash: 0.69%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1876

Traditional Rental Income: $731

Airbnb ROI: 4.42%

Traditional ROI: 0.69%

408 Dale Drive

Iowa Falls, IA

2 beds | 1 baths | 1,016 sq.ft.

$132,500

Airbnb cash on cash: 4.86%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.84%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1429

Traditional Rental Income: $999

Airbnb ROI: 4.86%

Traditional ROI: 4.84%

4591 SE Sand Rd

Iowa City, IA

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

$1,299,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.68%

Traditional cash on cash: 0.59%

Airbnb Rental Income: $3121

Traditional Rental Income: $2302

Airbnb ROI: 0.68%

Traditional ROI: 0.59%

4021 6th Avenue

Des Moines, IA

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,387 sq.ft.

$195,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 9.3%

Traditional cash on cash: 8.86%

Airbnb Rental Income: $2955

Traditional Rental Income: $2193

Airbnb ROI: 9.3%

Traditional ROI: 8.86%

2279 Dakota Wood Drive

Pella, IA

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

$539,900

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.71%

Traditional cash on cash: 0.5%

Airbnb Rental Income: $2153

Traditional Rental Income: $1501

Airbnb ROI: 0.71%

Traditional ROI: 0.5%

5423 Norris Street

Ames, IA

4 beds | 2 baths | 990 sq.ft.

$260,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 7%

Traditional cash on cash: 6.19%

Airbnb Rental Income: $3045

Traditional Rental Income: $2149

Airbnb ROI: 7%

Traditional ROI: 6.19%

7955 Wistful Vista Drive #12

West Des Moines, IA

5 beds | 4 baths | 2,286 sq.ft.

$360,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 6.06%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.84%

Airbnb Rental Income: $4209

Traditional Rental Income: $2904

Airbnb ROI: 6.06%