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
201 30th Street MILFORD, IA Located on a corner lot in the Hunter Hills neighborhood, this well-maintained 3-bedroom, ...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,672 sq.ft.	$339,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.79% Traditional cash on cash: 11.03% Airbnb Rental Income: $1775 Traditional Rental Income: $4233 Airbnb ROI: 1.79% Traditional ROI: 11.03%
2505 Jackson Circle Spirit Lake, IA Nestled into the quite cul-de-sac in the highly sought after neighborhood next the schools...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,592 sq.ft.	$305,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.06% Traditional cash on cash: 10.48% Airbnb Rental Income: $1977 Traditional Rental Income: $3588 Airbnb ROI: 3.06% Traditional ROI: 10.48%
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.	$122,500	Airbnb cash on cash: -2.82% Traditional cash on cash: 9.7% Airbnb Rental Income: $564 Traditional Rental Income: $1759 Airbnb ROI: -2.82% Traditional ROI: 9.7%
1134 10th Street Nevada, IA Welcome to 1134 10th Street in Nevada, where timeless character meets thoughtful modern up...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,655 sq.ft.	$239,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 4.42% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1571 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 4.42%
4510 Twain Circle #206 Ames, IA There's something different about having a space that's truly yours. This charming 1-bedro...	1 beds \| 1 baths \| 658 sq.ft.	$134,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.9% Traditional cash on cash: 8.88% Airbnb Rental Income: $963 Traditional Rental Income: $1518 Airbnb ROI: 1.9% Traditional ROI: 8.88%
2318 56th Street Des Moines, IA Welcome home! This clean and updated 3-bedroom, 1-bath home sits in a great spot near Merl...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,065 sq.ft.	$209,999	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.9% Traditional cash on cash: 2.71% Airbnb Rental Income: $1411 Traditional Rental Income: $1148 Airbnb ROI: 1.9% Traditional ROI: 2.71%
1504 Porter Avenue Des Moines, IA Move-in ready 2BR, 1BA home with a versatile flex room ideal for a home office, playroom, ...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 864 sq.ft.	$159,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.78% Traditional cash on cash: 6.56% Airbnb Rental Income: $974 Traditional Rental Income: $1501 Airbnb ROI: 0.78% Traditional ROI: 6.56%
3832 13th Street Des Moines, IA Move in now, add equity later. This highly livable 3 bedroom 2 bathroom home has fresh pai...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,178 sq.ft.	$160,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.08% Traditional cash on cash: 9.4% Airbnb Rental Income: $1411 Traditional Rental Income: $1953 Airbnb ROI: 3.08% Traditional ROI: 9.4%
2207 Sunflower Street Perry, IA Take advantage of the remaining tax abatement on this spacious 4 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom pro...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,802 sq.ft.	$259,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 10.06% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2852 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 10.06%
1416 NW Pine View Circle Ankeny, IA Welcome to this beautifully maintained 5-bedroom, 4-bath home nestled in a desirable Anken...	5 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,205 sq.ft.	$529,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.14% Traditional cash on cash: 5.03% Airbnb Rental Income: $2798 Traditional Rental Income: $3076 Airbnb ROI: 3.14% Traditional ROI: 5.03%
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%
2618 3rd Avenue SW Altoona, IA This well-maintained two-story offers 1,817 sq. ft. above grade plus a beautifully finishe...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 1,817 sq.ft.	$370,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.18% Traditional cash on cash: 5.82% Airbnb Rental Income: $1893 Traditional Rental Income: $3001 Airbnb ROI: 1.18% Traditional ROI: 5.82%
1005 S Roche Street Knoxville, IA Welcome to your own personal oasis nestled on 2.4 M/L acres, this beautifully maintained 4...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,912 sq.ft.	$400,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 5.3% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2916 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 5.3%
416 SE 15th Street Grimes, IA You're going to love this beautiful 4 bed, 2.5 bath home located in one of Grimes' most co...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,835 sq.ft.	$389,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.09% Traditional cash on cash: 4.37% Airbnb Rental Income: $2048 Traditional Rental Income: $2720 Airbnb ROI: 1.09% Traditional ROI: 4.37%
107 Sunrise Dr Tipton, IA .	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,917 sq.ft.	$280,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 8.22% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2807 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 8.22%
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.	$250,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.7% Traditional cash on cash: 6.2% Airbnb Rental Income: $1775 Traditional Rental Income: $1880 Airbnb ROI: 3.7% Traditional ROI: 6.2%
467 Rohr Street Arnolds Park, IA Welcome to this spacious and versatile home in the heart of Arnolds Park! Offering 4 bedro...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,466 sq.ft.	$450,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.87% Traditional cash on cash: 4.08% Airbnb Rental Income: $2708 Traditional Rental Income: $2575 Airbnb ROI: 2.87% Traditional ROI: 4.08%
2609 1st Avenue SW Cedar Rapids, IA Situated on nearly 3/4 of an acre in a convenient Cedar Rapids location, this ranch style ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,422 sq.ft.	$282,500	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.68% Traditional cash on cash: 6.08% Airbnb Rental Income: $1275 Traditional Rental Income: $2311 Airbnb ROI: 0.68% Traditional ROI: 6.08%
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: 2.05% Traditional cash on cash: 2.53% Airbnb Rental Income: $3060 Traditional Rental Income: $2565 Airbnb ROI: 2.05% Traditional ROI: 2.53%
855 Prairie St North Liberty, IA Backing directly to Centennial Park and the amphitheater, this updated home offers an incr...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,565 sq.ft.	$512,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.64% Traditional cash on cash: 2.6% Airbnb Rental Income: $2139 Traditional Rental Income: $2531 Airbnb ROI: 0.64% Traditional ROI: 2.6%
2000 Highland Rd Ely, IA Have Accepted offer with Contingencies. Showing still for backup offers. Price reduced. We...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,252 sq.ft.	$345,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 7.49% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $3220 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 7.49%
12724 K-42 CO HWY 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.	$699,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.03% Traditional cash on cash: 2.24% Airbnb Rental Income: $1682 Traditional Rental Income: $2656 Airbnb ROI: 0.03% Traditional ROI: 2.24%
590 Allen Avenue Garner, IA Some homes simply have a story to tell-and this charming 3-bedroom home in Garner is one o...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,744 sq.ft.	$259,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 8.31% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2650 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 8.31%
1345 Bush Avenue Garner, IA Welcome to 1345 Bush Avenue in Garner-an updated, move-in-ready home offering space, comfo...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,132 sq.ft.	$357,500	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 5.95% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2897 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 5.95%
1423 Denali Ct Coralville, IA 6/28/26 Accepted offer. Continue to show for a back up offer. Nicely updated 3 bedroom 3 b...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,629 sq.ft.	$265,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.91% Traditional cash on cash: 5.39% Airbnb Rental Income: $1649 Traditional Rental Income: $2057 Airbnb ROI: 1.91% Traditional ROI: 5.39%
865 Prairie St North Liberty, IA Better than new construction! This pristine, 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom ranch in North Liberty'...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,718 sq.ft.	$489,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.75% Traditional cash on cash: 3.51% Airbnb Rental Income: $2139 Traditional Rental Income: $2856 Airbnb ROI: 0.75% Traditional ROI: 3.51%
3100 Garden Avenue Des Moines, IA Move-in ready ranch in a prime NW Des Moines location! Situated on a quiet street with con...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 672 sq.ft.	$175,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.72% Traditional cash on cash: 5.52% Airbnb Rental Income: $974 Traditional Rental Income: $1423 Airbnb ROI: 0.72% Traditional ROI: 5.52%
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.	$249,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.32% Traditional cash on cash: 7.66% Airbnb Rental Income: $1570 Traditional Rental Income: $2376 Airbnb ROI: 2.32% Traditional ROI: 7.66%
518 Acre Street Guttenberg, IA This charming 3 bedroom home is move-in ready with a spacious yard. The family room in the...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 3,416 sq.ft.	$323,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.09% Traditional cash on cash: 6.8% Airbnb Rental Income: $1099 Traditional Rental Income: $2821 Airbnb ROI: -0.09% Traditional ROI: 6.8%
1016 S Shamrock Circle Mount Pleasant, IA Welcome to this Ranch home located in a quiet cul-de-sac. Main floor offers living room wi...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,414 sq.ft.	$199,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 7.99% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2186 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 7.99%
1516 Parkway Drive Burlington, IA Welcome home to this well-maintained ranch offering approximately 1,100 square feet of com...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,152 sq.ft.	$204,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.19% Traditional cash on cash: 6.87% Airbnb Rental Income: $1406 Traditional Rental Income: $1893 Airbnb ROI: 2.19% Traditional ROI: 6.87%
17782 180th Street Langworthy, IA Rare opportunity to own a 5 BR/2BA Brick home between Anamosa & Monticello! Monster garage...	5 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,622 sq.ft.	$245,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 10% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2883 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 10%
2712 Richmond Avenue Des Moines, IA Welcome home to this charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath ranch offering comfortable one-level liv...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,120 sq.ft.	$254,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.7% Traditional cash on cash: 4.54% Airbnb Rental Income: $1411 Traditional Rental Income: $1671 Airbnb ROI: 1.7% Traditional ROI: 4.54%
5107 SW 16th Place Des Moines, IA Don't miss this spacious Southside split-level home offering 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and ...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,152 sq.ft.	$275,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.19% Traditional cash on cash: 4.07% Airbnb Rental Income: $1933 Traditional Rental Income: $1908 Airbnb ROI: 2.19% Traditional ROI: 4.07%
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.	$155,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.63% Traditional cash on cash: 9.82% Airbnb Rental Income: $1406 Traditional Rental Income: $1900 Airbnb ROI: 3.63% Traditional ROI: 9.82%
800 Pepper Dr Iowa City, IA Spacious east side multi-level with room for everyone. This inviting move in ready 4 bedro...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,312 sq.ft.	$349,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.28% Traditional cash on cash: 4.26% Airbnb Rental Income: $2648 Traditional Rental Income: $2340 Airbnb ROI: 3.28% Traditional ROI: 4.26%
334 17th Street Ackley, IA Experience the perfect blend of small town convenience and country living in this beautifu...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,560 sq.ft.	$249,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.62% Traditional cash on cash: 7.87% Airbnb Rental Income: $1894 Traditional Rental Income: $2393 Airbnb ROI: 3.62% Traditional ROI: 7.87%

Real Estate investment in Iowa

There are 10,175 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 $264,000 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 10,175 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

201 30th Street

MILFORD, IA

3 beds | 3 baths | 1,672 sq.ft.

$339,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 1.79%

Traditional cash on cash: 11.03%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1775

Traditional Rental Income: $4233

Airbnb ROI: 1.79%

Traditional ROI: 11.03%

2505 Jackson Circle

Spirit Lake, IA

4 beds | 2 baths | 1,592 sq.ft.

$305,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 3.06%

Traditional cash on cash: 10.48%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1977

Traditional Rental Income: $3588

Airbnb ROI: 3.06%

Traditional ROI: 10.48%

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.

$122,500

Airbnb cash on cash: -2.82%

Traditional cash on cash: 9.7%

Airbnb Rental Income: $564

Traditional Rental Income: $1759

Airbnb ROI: -2.82%

Traditional ROI: 9.7%

1134 10th Street

Nevada, IA

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,655 sq.ft.

$239,900

Airbnb cash on cash: N/A

Traditional cash on cash: 4.42%

Airbnb Rental Income: $null

Traditional Rental Income: $1571

Airbnb ROI: N/A

Traditional ROI: 4.42%

4510 Twain Circle #206

Ames, IA

1 beds | 1 baths | 658 sq.ft.

$134,900

Airbnb cash on cash: 1.9%

Traditional cash on cash: 8.88%

Airbnb Rental Income: $963

Traditional Rental Income: $1518

Airbnb ROI: 1.9%

Traditional ROI: 8.88%

2318 56th Street

Des Moines, IA

3 beds | 1 baths | 1,065 sq.ft.

$209,999

Airbnb cash on cash: 1.9%

Traditional cash on cash: 2.71%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1411

Traditional Rental Income: $1148

Airbnb ROI: 1.9%

Traditional ROI: 2.71%

1504 Porter Avenue

Des Moines, IA

2 beds | 1 baths | 864 sq.ft.

$159,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.78%

Traditional cash on cash: 6.56%

Airbnb Rental Income: $974

Traditional Rental Income: $1501

Airbnb ROI: 0.78%