Real Estate Investment Properties for Sale in Iowa

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Investment Property for Sale in Iowa

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PROPERTY	DETAILS	SALE PRICE	INVESTMENT PERFORMANCE
3 Timberlane Drive CLEAR LAKE, IA Welcome home to Timberlane! Situated on an extra-large lot, this inviting 3-bedroom home o...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,440 sq.ft.	$395,500	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.26% Traditional cash on cash: 3.96% Airbnb Rental Income: $1389 Traditional Rental Income: $2341 Airbnb ROI: 0.26% Traditional ROI: 3.96%
1235 Front Street Garner, IA Built in 2014 - beautiful custom kitchen with quartz counters, stainless appliances, pantr...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,252 sq.ft.	$295,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 8.22% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2981 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 8.22%
3000 Wilson Ave SW #3 Cedar Rapids, IA Convenience meets character in this charming first-floor condo! Ideally located on the SW ...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 922 sq.ft.	$124,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.97% Traditional cash on cash: 9.47% Airbnb Rental Income: $685 Traditional Rental Income: $1759 Airbnb ROI: -1.97% Traditional ROI: 9.47%
706 Filmore Avenue SE Bondurant, IA Wonderful 4-bedroom Bondurant home!! Several updates throughout this home including an all...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 1,382 sq.ft.	$310,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.52% Traditional cash on cash: 4.5% Airbnb Rental Income: $1827 Traditional Rental Income: $2204 Airbnb ROI: 1.52% Traditional ROI: 4.5%
4510 Twain Circle #206 Ames, IA New price-an affordable opportunity to own in Ames! This bright 1-bedroom, 1-bath condo of...	1 beds \| 1 baths \| 658 sq.ft.	$129,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.59% Traditional cash on cash: 9.25% Airbnb Rental Income: $1051 Traditional Rental Income: $1518 Airbnb ROI: 2.59% Traditional ROI: 9.25%
2717 57th Street Des Moines, IA BIG potential, GREAT location, and room to make it your own! Discover the possibilities in...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,008 sq.ft.	$200,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.95% Traditional cash on cash: 6.46% Airbnb Rental Income: $1482 Traditional Rental Income: $1901 Airbnb ROI: 1.95% Traditional ROI: 6.46%
5314 NW 10th Street Ankeny, IA 24 hour sale	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,870 sq.ft.	$650,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.15% Traditional cash on cash: 1.85% Airbnb Rental Income: $2093 Traditional Rental Income: $2766 Airbnb ROI: -0.15% Traditional ROI: 1.85%
208 North Street Zearing, IA Move-in-ready 4-bedroom home with over 2,000 SF of finished living space. A south-facing b...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,248 sq.ft.	$230,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 6.25% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1870 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 6.25%
2103 Governor Road Marshalltown, IA This amazing home is move in ready! Every room has been updated. New LVP flooring througho...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,292 sq.ft.	$290,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 5.84% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2258 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 5.84%
1104 Phillips Street Polk City, IA Welcome home to this great 2 story featuring 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and a 2 car attached g...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,676 sq.ft.	$318,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.65% Traditional cash on cash: 5.48% Airbnb Rental Income: $1990 Traditional Rental Income: $2616 Airbnb ROI: 1.65% Traditional ROI: 5.48%
4908 69th Street Urbandale, IA Come see this great, maintained house. Walk into a dining area, Separate with the kitchen ...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 1,662 sq.ft.	$342,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.07% Traditional cash on cash: 4.59% Airbnb Rental Income: $2172 Traditional Rental Income: $2430 Airbnb ROI: 2.07% Traditional ROI: 4.59%
709 36th Street SW Bondurant, IA Welcome to 709 36th St SW in Bondurant, where modern comfort meets small-town charm. Locat...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,172 sq.ft.	$325,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.2% Traditional cash on cash: 6.51% Airbnb Rental Income: $1827 Traditional Rental Income: $2956 Airbnb ROI: 1.2% Traditional ROI: 6.51%
305 N 10th Street Indianola, IA Welcome to this spacious 4 bedroom split-foyer located on a dead-end street in a great Ind...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,140 sq.ft.	$257,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 4.77% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1901 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 4.77%
2916 Pierce St Sioux City, IA Charming 4-Bedroom Home with Bonus Loft & Basement Kitchenette! Welcome to 2916 Pierce St ...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,978 sq.ft.	$195,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.95% Traditional cash on cash: 11.75% Airbnb Rental Income: $1500 Traditional Rental Income: $2692 Airbnb ROI: 2.95% Traditional ROI: 11.75%
801 6th Avenue N Humboldt, IA CHARM AND CHARACTER ABOUND in this 3 bed, 1.5 bath 2 story home. Enjoy the old world charm...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,048 sq.ft.	$199,999	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 10.55% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2634 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 10.55%
2522 235th Street MILFORD, IA Peaceful country living on over half an acre! This charming farmhouse has been taken down ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,042 sq.ft.	$242,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.04% Traditional cash on cash: 6.43% Airbnb Rental Income: $1552 Traditional Rental Income: $1880 Airbnb ROI: 3.04% Traditional ROI: 6.43%
307 Orchard Lane CLEAR LAKE, IA VACATION AT HOME in this exceptional Shorewood Hills property, where everyday living feels...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 3,440 sq.ft.	$685,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.39% Traditional cash on cash: 2.67% Airbnb Rental Income: $1389 Traditional Rental Income: $2922 Airbnb ROI: -0.39% Traditional ROI: 2.67%
809 N 9th Street CLEAR LAKE, IA This property is ready to go to it's new owner with a spacious lot and 4 bedrooms and the ...	4 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,286 sq.ft.	$175,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 5.61% Traditional cash on cash: 9.29% Airbnb Rental Income: $1880 Traditional Rental Income: $1990 Airbnb ROI: 5.61% Traditional ROI: 9.29%
2101 N Shore Drive CLEAR LAKE, IA Welcome to lake living at its finest! This beautiful 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom lake home off...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 3,056 sq.ft.	$2,100,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.21% Traditional cash on cash: 0.15% Airbnb Rental Income: $1880 Traditional Rental Income: $4011 Airbnb ROI: -1.21% Traditional ROI: 0.15%
1753 Foster Rd Iowa City, IA CLASSIC BROWNSTONE (right inside-unit) two-level, vintage-style brick townhouse has 2 BRs ...	2 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,241 sq.ft.	$459,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.48% Traditional cash on cash: 2.53% Airbnb Rental Income: $2247 Traditional Rental Income: $2565 Airbnb ROI: 0.48% Traditional ROI: 2.53%
1035 N 6th Ave Washington, IA If you've been looking for a cozy, easy-to-maintain home in a quiet part of town, this one...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,012 sq.ft.	$120,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.44% Traditional cash on cash: 7.8% Airbnb Rental Income: $1070 Traditional Rental Income: $1323 Airbnb ROI: 2.44% Traditional ROI: 7.8%
407 1st Ave SW Mt Vernon, IA Historic charm with a brand-new roof and brand-new windows, just blocks from Uptown Mount ...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,344 sq.ft.	$239,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 4.71% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1751 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 4.71%
25906 Grace Circle GLENWOOD, IA Located just 4 miles northeast of Glenwood, Iowa, this stunning home sits in an establishe...	4 beds \| 5 baths \| 5,804 sq.ft.	$740,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 5.45% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $5198 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 5.45%
12724 CO HWY K-42 Sloan, IA Come home to 12724 K42 County Highway in Sloan, IA. This 12.81 +\~ acres, ranch home built...	2 beds \| 3 baths \| 3,424 sq.ft.	$650,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.1% Traditional cash on cash: 2.48% Airbnb Rental Income: $1682 Traditional Rental Income: $2656 Airbnb ROI: 0.1% Traditional ROI: 2.48%
518 S Main Ave Sioux Center, IA Check out this beautiful 1 1/2-story Craftsman-style home offering 4 bedrooms and 3 bathro...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,798 sq.ft.	$302,500	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 7.35% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2808 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 7.35%
1003 Division St Hull, IA Located on a corner lot in Hull, IA, this 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath home offers 1,865 sq. ft. of...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,865 sq.ft.	$249,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 6.76% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2187 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 6.76%
2744 18th Ave N Fort Dodge, IA Welcome to this beautifully renovated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home where nearly everything is br...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,056 sq.ft.	$210,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 2.85% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1139 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 2.85%
1020 Front Street Garner, IA A HOME RUN IN THE HEART OF GARNER! Located directly across the street from Stellar Sports ...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,848 sq.ft.	$249,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 7.91% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2487 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 7.91%
1423 Denali Ct Coralville, IA Nicely updated 3 bedroom 3 bath zero lot with a large fenced in yard w/mature trees. Open ...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,629 sq.ft.	$265,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.07% Traditional cash on cash: 5.39% Airbnb Rental Income: $1699 Traditional Rental Income: $2057 Airbnb ROI: 2.07% Traditional ROI: 5.39%
117 N Erickson Street Roland, IA Charming One-Bedroom Home with Oversized Garage This cozy one-bedroom, one-bath home offer...	1 beds \| 1 baths \| 556 sq.ft.	$139,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 5.46% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1030 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 5.46%
313 E 13th Street N Newton, IA Welcome home!! This ranch home offers more than meets the eye. Upon entry you will find a ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,504 sq.ft.	$220,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 8.31% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2354 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 8.31%
400 S 9th Street CLEAR LAKE, IA Lots of character in this 3-bedroom brick home, located in downtown Clear Lake! This home ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,641 sq.ft.	$229,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.9% Traditional cash on cash: 8.4% Airbnb Rental Income: $1389 Traditional Rental Income: $2376 Airbnb ROI: 1.9% Traditional ROI: 8.4%
636 Riverside St NW Fort Dodge, IA Well maintained ranch with 3 bedroom, 1 bath, replacement windows with a fenced in yard! C...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,008 sq.ft.	$129,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 10.75% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1691 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 10.75%
689 9th SE MASON CITY, IA Charming 3-Bedroom Ranch with Great Updates! Welcome home to this inviting, move-in-ready ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,728 sq.ft.	$170,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.42% Traditional cash on cash: 5.66% Airbnb Rental Income: $1034 Traditional Rental Income: $1359 Airbnb ROI: 1.42% Traditional ROI: 5.66%
2184 Willenbrock Cir Iowa City, IA Accepting back-up offers. Unit w Nice Greenspace Views & One Owner & Very Loved 3-bedroom,...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,420 sq.ft.	$340,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.03% Traditional cash on cash: 2.42% Airbnb Rental Income: $2229 Traditional Rental Income: $2114 Airbnb ROI: 1.03% Traditional ROI: 2.42%
525 5th Street Nevada, IA This well-kept ranch offers a great mix of updates, space, and flexibility in a layout tha...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,006 sq.ft.	$210,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 6.98% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1874 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 6.98%
201 E Washington St #902 Iowa City, IA TURNKEY. SMART. SOPHISTICATED. DOWNTOWN. An exceptional 9th-floor residence where luxury f...	1 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,140 sq.ft.	$539,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.51% Traditional cash on cash: 0.75% Airbnb Rental Income: $1558 Traditional Rental Income: $2250 Airbnb ROI: -1.51% Traditional ROI: 0.75%
420 VINE Street Burlington, IA COMPLETELY REMODELED 2016... NEW ROOF... FURNACE ..CENTRAL AIR.. KITCHEN ...NO ONE HAS LIV...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,310 sq.ft.	$149,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 6.56% Traditional cash on cash: 10.18% Airbnb Rental Income: $1884 Traditional Rental Income: $1900 Airbnb ROI: 6.56% Traditional ROI: 10.18%
930 Elm Avenue Story City, IA Seller is offering an October special of a $5,000 allowance at closing to be used towards ...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,690 sq.ft.	$284,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 5.37% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1892 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 5.37%
109 Carroll Street Boone, IA Charming and well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1 bath home with plenty of potential! Offering 1,2...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,241 sq.ft.	$162,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.23% Traditional cash on cash: 8.08% Airbnb Rental Income: $494 Traditional Rental Income: $1669 Airbnb ROI: -1.23% Traditional ROI: 8.08%

Real Estate investment in Iowa

There are 9,679 properties available for sale in the state of Iowa. Sioux City, Newton and Davenport are the best rental property markets in Iowa. The average median price of properties for sale in these cities are $266,500 and the average price per square foot is $0. Their average monthly cash on cash return is 6.67%.

Iowa Real Estate Investing: FAQs for Buyers, Sellers and Investors

There are 9,679 investment properties available for sale in Iowa.

In 2026, Sioux City is the best city to buy investment properties. Find more investment properties today!

In 2026, Sioux City (7%) and Newton (7%) has the highest cash on cash return for long term rentals in Iowa.

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Investment Property for Sale in Iowa

3 Timberlane Drive

CLEAR LAKE, IA

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,440 sq.ft.

$395,500

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.26%

Traditional cash on cash: 3.96%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1389

Traditional Rental Income: $2341

Airbnb ROI: 0.26%

Traditional ROI: 3.96%

1235 Front Street

Garner, IA

3 beds | 3 baths | 2,252 sq.ft.

$295,000

Airbnb cash on cash: N/A

Traditional cash on cash: 8.22%

Airbnb Rental Income: $null

Traditional Rental Income: $2981

Airbnb ROI: N/A

Traditional ROI: 8.22%

3000 Wilson Ave SW #3

Cedar Rapids, IA

2 beds | 1 baths | 922 sq.ft.

$124,900

Airbnb cash on cash: -1.97%

Traditional cash on cash: 9.47%

Airbnb Rental Income: $685

Traditional Rental Income: $1759

Airbnb ROI: -1.97%

Traditional ROI: 9.47%

706 Filmore Avenue SE

Bondurant, IA

4 beds | 4 baths | 1,382 sq.ft.

$310,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 1.52%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.5%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1827

Traditional Rental Income: $2204

Airbnb ROI: 1.52%

Traditional ROI: 4.5%

4510 Twain Circle #206

Ames, IA

1 beds | 1 baths | 658 sq.ft.

$129,900

Airbnb cash on cash: 2.59%

Traditional cash on cash: 9.25%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1051

Traditional Rental Income: $1518

Airbnb ROI: 2.59%

Traditional ROI: 9.25%

2717 57th Street

Des Moines, IA

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,008 sq.ft.

$200,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 1.95%

Traditional cash on cash: 6.46%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1482

Traditional Rental Income: $1901

Airbnb ROI: 1.95%

Traditional ROI: 6.46%

5314 NW 10th Street

Ankeny, IA

4 beds | 3 baths | 1,870 sq.ft.

$650,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.15%

Traditional cash on cash: 1.85%

Airbnb Rental Income: $2093

Traditional Rental Income: $2766

Airbnb ROI: -0.15%

Traditional ROI: 1.85%

208 North Street

Zearing, IA

4 beds | 2 baths | 1,248 sq.ft.

$230,000

Airbnb cash on cash: N/A

Traditional cash on cash: 6.25%

Airbnb Rental Income: $null

Traditional Rental Income: $1870

Airbnb ROI: N/A