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
2318 56th Street Des Moines, IA Welcome to your new home! This charming ranch style house offers the perfect combination o...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,065 sq.ft.	$215,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.52% Traditional cash on cash: 2.62% Airbnb Rental Income: $1337 Traditional Rental Income: $1148 Airbnb ROI: 1.52% Traditional ROI: 2.62%
433 E Marion Street Des Moines, IA This ranch home nestled on a tree lined street in the heart of Des Moines' south side. Not...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 900 sq.ft.	$175,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.22% Traditional cash on cash: 6.39% Airbnb Rental Income: $1337 Traditional Rental Income: $1620 Airbnb ROI: 2.22% Traditional ROI: 6.39%
951 24th Street Des Moines, IA Welcome to 951 24th St, Des Moines - a beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 2 bath home in th...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,486 sq.ft.	$259,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.61% Traditional cash on cash: 6.47% Airbnb Rental Income: $1851 Traditional Rental Income: $2299 Airbnb ROI: 2.61% Traditional ROI: 6.47%
3605 Village Run Drive Des Moines, IA Tucked into the popular Brook Run neighborhood, this home puts you right between everythin...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,320 sq.ft.	$285,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.33% Traditional cash on cash: 4.74% Airbnb Rental Income: $1337 Traditional Rental Income: $2110 Airbnb ROI: 0.33% Traditional ROI: 4.74%
2517 Sampson Street Des Moines, IA Love the character of an established neighborhood but want the ease of move-in ready updat...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,298 sq.ft.	$214,990	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.54% Traditional cash on cash: 8.29% Airbnb Rental Income: $1851 Traditional Rental Income: $2321 Airbnb ROI: 3.54% Traditional ROI: 8.29%
1311 Union Street Boone, IA Charming and cozy 2-bedroom, 1-bath home all on one level. Step inside to a nice-sized kit...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 832 sq.ft.	$142,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.77% Traditional cash on cash: 9.05% Airbnb Rental Income: $581 Traditional Rental Income: $1632 Airbnb ROI: -0.77% Traditional ROI: 9.05%
3107 NE 17th Street Ankeny, IA Welcome Home! Fabulous Walkout Ranch in Deer Creek Estates! Home features inviting family ...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,018 sq.ft.	$599,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.4% Traditional cash on cash: 2.79% Airbnb Rental Income: $2345 Traditional Rental Income: $3104 Airbnb ROI: 0.4% Traditional ROI: 2.79%
1608 W Lincoln Way Marshalltown, IA Looking for space, charm, and endless outdoor potential? Well, this house offers it all an...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,705 sq.ft.	$305,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 6.6% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2716 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 6.6%
1113 9th Avenue SE Altoona, IA Step inside & be prepared to be wow'd w/uniqueness in this 2story w/open floor plan! Gorge...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,802 sq.ft.	$319,500	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.02% Traditional cash on cash: 5.17% Airbnb Rental Income: $1335 Traditional Rental Income: $2470 Airbnb ROI: 0.02% Traditional ROI: 5.17%
204 W Washington Street Montezuma, IA Completely renovated ranch home on corner lot in Montezuma, Iowa. Itâs nearly the equiva...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,092 sq.ft.	$199,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 6.4% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1626 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 6.4%
1716 NW Prairie Creek Drive Grimes, IA NOTE: Finished basement square footage is estimate to be 900sf (consisting of a family roo...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,608 sq.ft.	$500,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.1% Traditional cash on cash: 2.94% Airbnb Rental Income: $2294 Traditional Rental Income: $2583 Airbnb ROI: 1.1% Traditional ROI: 2.94%
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.	$220,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.27% Traditional cash on cash: 10.46% Airbnb Rental Income: $1660 Traditional Rental Income: $2692 Airbnb ROI: 3.27% Traditional ROI: 10.46%
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 \| 2 baths \| 2,048 sq.ft.	$214,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 9.76% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2634 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 9.76%
3 Deer Creek Ct MASON CITY, IA Luxury Energy Efficient Home at 3 Deer Creek Court This custom-built two-story home blend...	4 beds \| N/A baths \| 5,710 sq.ft.	$699,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 1.41% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2492 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 1.41%
417 S 9th Street CLEAR LAKE, IA Ready for a Surprise? That will be your reaction when you step inside this amazingly spaci...	5 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,748 sq.ft.	$313,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.91% Traditional cash on cash: 7.56% Airbnb Rental Income: $2095 Traditional Rental Income: $2925 Airbnb ROI: 2.91% Traditional ROI: 7.56%
1315 Lakeshore Drive Brooklyn, IA This beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 1-bath bungalow is a charming second-tier retreat at H...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 884 sq.ft.	$229,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 4.79% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1559 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 4.79%
714 N 11TH ST Cherokee, IA Welcome to this nicely updated 3 bedroom, 1 bath ranch style home, perfectly blending comf...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,056 sq.ft.	$159,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 9.57% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1820 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 9.57%
2202 Sunflower Street Perry, IA Welcome to this stunning 4 bed 3 bath split foyer home, nestled in a serene and quiet neig...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,108 sq.ft.	$279,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 6.4% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2452 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 6.4%
2635 6th Street Marion, IA Discover comfort and convenience in this spacious 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom condo. The main ...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,856 sq.ft.	$199,999	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.05% Traditional cash on cash: 10.21% Airbnb Rental Income: $1614 Traditional Rental Income: $2515 Airbnb ROI: 3.05% Traditional ROI: 10.21%
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.	$259,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.23% Traditional cash on cash: 7.33% Airbnb Rental Income: $2168 Traditional Rental Income: $2376 Airbnb ROI: 4.23% Traditional ROI: 7.33%
3089 Wheat Boulevard Stockport, IA Stunning 2-Story Home masterfully rebuilt by Kramer Construction & set on over 4 breathtak...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 3,080 sq.ft.	$475,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 3.28% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2197 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 3.28%
123 Royal Oaks Guttenberg, IA Enjoy breathtaking views of the Mississippi River Valley from this beautiful 4-bedroom, 3-...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,581 sq.ft.	$450,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.26% Traditional cash on cash: 3.09% Airbnb Rental Income: $1128 Traditional Rental Income: $2585 Airbnb ROI: -1.26% Traditional ROI: 3.09%
401 N Walnut Street New London, IA Welcome to your new home in the heart of New London! This charming 2-story offers 3 spacio...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,724 sq.ft.	$168,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 5.09% Traditional cash on cash: 11.87% Airbnb Rental Income: $1806 Traditional Rental Income: $2401 Airbnb ROI: 5.09% Traditional ROI: 11.87%
1909 Beach Street Webster City, IA Beautifully maintained 2+ bedroom, 2.5 bath townhome in a quiet neighborhood with no HOA f...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,995 sq.ft.	$365,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 4.95% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2797 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 4.95%
1021 12th NE MASON CITY, IA Move-in ready 4 bedroom home, 2 full bathrooms, large family room, 2 stall garage. Newer w...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,270 sq.ft.	$199,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 11.47% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2660 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 11.47%
3700 SW 34th Place Des Moines, IA SW Des Moines home with all the major updates: roof, windows, kitchen, main floor LVP, pai...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,047 sq.ft.	$425,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.27% Traditional cash on cash: 4.23% Airbnb Rental Income: $1851 Traditional Rental Income: $2931 Airbnb ROI: 0.27% Traditional ROI: 4.23%
50 Park Street Carlisle, IA Brand New Roof as of Sept 18th!!! Welcome to this delightful 3-bedroom, 1-bath home, perfe...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,140 sq.ft.	$175,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.83% Traditional cash on cash: 7.71% Airbnb Rental Income: $627 Traditional Rental Income: $1756 Airbnb ROI: -0.83% Traditional ROI: 7.71%
1961 Sunrise Drive Fairfield, IA Early Vastu design home in Forest Lake neighborhood (formerly Devi Nagar) built by the lat...	5 beds \| 3 baths \| 3,018 sq.ft.	$385,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 6.11% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $3072 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 6.11%
1008 Grandview Drive Osceola, IA Welcome to this beautiful split-foyer home in Osceola! This property checks a lot of boxes...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,236 sq.ft.	$229,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 6.86% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2158 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 6.86%
1614 Cambridge Drive West Branch, IA From the moment you arrive, the charming front porch welcomes you as you enter this ranch-...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,768 sq.ft.	$359,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 4.47% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2418 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 4.47%
3014 NW Maple Court Ankeny, IA Welcome to 3014 NW Maple Court in Ankeny! This stunning 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home offers ...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,503 sq.ft.	$459,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.42% Traditional cash on cash: 3.21% Airbnb Rental Income: $2345 Traditional Rental Income: $2537 Airbnb ROI: 1.42% Traditional ROI: 3.21%
850 84th Street West Des Moines, IA Once you step into this beautiful Marc Kris home you will not be able to forget the modern...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,592 sq.ft.	$599,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.39% Traditional cash on cash: 2.35% Airbnb Rental Income: $1710 Traditional Rental Income: $2770 Airbnb ROI: -0.39% Traditional ROI: 2.35%
614 S D Street Oskaloosa, IA SELLERS ARE MOTIVATED FOR THIS HOME TO BE YOUR HOME BY CHRISTMAS! Welcome to this stunnin...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,664 sq.ft.	$349,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 4.04% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2404 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 4.04%
1738 Everwood Court SW Altoona, IA This Tuscan-style home is on a quiet cul-de-sac just minutes from both Hwy 65 and I80 in A...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,284 sq.ft.	$450,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.41% Traditional cash on cash: 3.57% Airbnb Rental Income: $2146 Traditional Rental Income: $2931 Airbnb ROI: 0.41% Traditional ROI: 3.57%
209 S Vine Avenue Lacona, IA Discover the perfect blend of small town charm and modern updates in this beautifully main...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,360 sq.ft.	$297,400	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 6.12% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2333 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 6.12%
205 NE 9th Street Ankeny, IA Charming Split-Level Home in the Heart of Ankeny! Welcome to 205 NE 9th Street - a beautif...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,488 sq.ft.	$299,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.4% Traditional cash on cash: 4.6% Airbnb Rental Income: $2315 Traditional Rental Income: $2080 Airbnb ROI: 3.4% Traditional ROI: 4.6%

Real Estate investment in Iowa

There are 9,052 properties available for sale in the state of Iowa. Eldora, Davenport and Sioux City are the best rental property markets in Iowa. The average median price of properties for sale in these cities are $190,800 and the average price per square foot is $0. Their average monthly cash on cash return is 9.33%.

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

There are 9,052 investment properties available for sale in Iowa.

In 2025, Eldora is the best city to buy investment properties. Find more investment properties today!

In 2025, Eldora (13%) and Davenport (8%) has the highest cash on cash return for long term rentals in Iowa.

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Investment Property for Sale in Iowa

2318 56th Street

Des Moines, IA

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

$215,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 1.52%

Traditional cash on cash: 2.62%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1337

Traditional Rental Income: $1148

Airbnb ROI: 1.52%

Traditional ROI: 2.62%

433 E Marion Street

Des Moines, IA

3 beds | 2 baths | 900 sq.ft.

$175,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 2.22%

Traditional cash on cash: 6.39%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1337

Traditional Rental Income: $1620

Airbnb ROI: 2.22%

Traditional ROI: 6.39%

951 24th Street

Des Moines, IA

4 beds | 2 baths | 1,486 sq.ft.

$259,900

Airbnb cash on cash: 2.61%

Traditional cash on cash: 6.47%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1851

Traditional Rental Income: $2299

Airbnb ROI: 2.61%

Traditional ROI: 6.47%

3605 Village Run Drive

Des Moines, IA

3 beds | 3 baths | 1,320 sq.ft.

$285,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.33%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.74%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1337

Traditional Rental Income: $2110

Airbnb ROI: 0.33%

Traditional ROI: 4.74%

2517 Sampson Street

Des Moines, IA

4 beds | 2 baths | 1,298 sq.ft.

$214,990

Airbnb cash on cash: 3.54%

Traditional cash on cash: 8.29%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1851

Traditional Rental Income: $2321

Airbnb ROI: 3.54%

Traditional ROI: 8.29%

1311 Union Street

Boone, IA

2 beds | 1 baths | 832 sq.ft.

$142,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.77%

Traditional cash on cash: 9.05%

Airbnb Rental Income: $581

Traditional Rental Income: $1632

Airbnb ROI: -0.77%

Traditional ROI: 9.05%

3107 NE 17th Street

Ankeny, IA

4 beds | 4 baths | 2,018 sq.ft.

$599,900

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.4%

Traditional cash on cash: 2.79%

Airbnb Rental Income: $2345

Traditional Rental Income: $3104

Airbnb ROI: 0.4%

Traditional ROI: 2.79%

1608 W Lincoln Way

Marshalltown, IA

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,705 sq.ft.

$305,000

Airbnb cash on cash: N/A

Traditional cash on cash: 6.6%

Airbnb Rental Income: $null

Traditional Rental Income: $2716

Airbnb ROI: N/A