Real Estate Investment Properties for Sale in Des Moines, IA

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Investment Property for Sale in Des Moines, IA

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PROPERTY	DETAILS	SALE PRICE	INVESTMENT PERFORMANCE
624 Rose Avenue Des Moines, IA Welcome to 624 Rose Ave in Des Moines, a move-in ready home packed with updates and space ...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 920 sq.ft.	$210,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.89% Traditional cash on cash: 3.47% Airbnb Rental Income: $772 Traditional Rental Income: $1322 Airbnb ROI: -0.89% Traditional ROI: 3.47%
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.	$215,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.2% Traditional cash on cash: 2.62% Airbnb Rental Income: $1013 Traditional Rental Income: $1148 Airbnb ROI: 0.2% Traditional ROI: 2.62%
2400 45th Street Des Moines, IA Solid Beaverdale Opportunity - Perfect Starter Home or Smart Investment! Discover this inv...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 909 sq.ft.	$165,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.37% Traditional cash on cash: 7.45% Airbnb Rental Income: $772 Traditional Rental Income: $1684 Airbnb ROI: -0.37% Traditional ROI: 7.45%
3101 E Clinton Avenue Des Moines, IA Charming 1.5-story home offers a flexible layout and great outdoor space! The main level f...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,053 sq.ft.	$190,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.66% Traditional cash on cash: 7.24% Airbnb Rental Income: $1013 Traditional Rental Income: $1844 Airbnb ROI: 0.66% Traditional ROI: 7.24%
1407 41st Place Des Moines, IA Dreaming of a picture-perfect home where every update has already been completed? This cha...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,584 sq.ft.	$339,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.06% Traditional cash on cash: 4.83% Airbnb Rental Income: $1013 Traditional Rental Income: $2537 Airbnb ROI: -1.06% Traditional ROI: 4.83%
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: 0.91% Traditional cash on cash: 9.4% Airbnb Rental Income: $1013 Traditional Rental Income: $1953 Airbnb ROI: 0.91% Traditional ROI: 9.4%
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: -0.29% Traditional cash on cash: 5.52% Airbnb Rental Income: $772 Traditional Rental Income: $1423 Airbnb ROI: -0.29% Traditional ROI: 5.52%
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.	$419,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.67% Traditional cash on cash: 4.29% Airbnb Rental Income: $1403 Traditional Rental Income: $2931 Airbnb ROI: -0.67% Traditional ROI: 4.29%
501 Trowbridge Street Des Moines, IA Great 4 bedroom 2 bath split foyer home on the southside with almost 1600 sqft of finished...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 974 sq.ft.	$250,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.88% Traditional cash on cash: 4.18% Airbnb Rental Income: $1403 Traditional Rental Income: $1759 Airbnb ROI: 0.88% Traditional ROI: 4.18%
6008 Carpenter Avenue Des Moines, IA Welcome to this beautifully updated 3-bedroom home at 6008 Carpenter Ave in Des Moines! En...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 897 sq.ft.	$274,500	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.01% Traditional cash on cash: 3.89% Airbnb Rental Income: $1013 Traditional Rental Income: $1660 Airbnb ROI: 0.01% Traditional ROI: 3.89%
303 Virginia Avenue Des Moines, IA Welcome to 303 Virginia Ave, a cozy, move-in-ready 1.5-story home that feels warm, invitin...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,366 sq.ft.	$195,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.89% Traditional cash on cash: 5.39% Airbnb Rental Income: $772 Traditional Rental Income: $1617 Airbnb ROI: -0.89% Traditional ROI: 5.39%
3417 E 29th Street Des Moines, IA Come checkout this very well cared for ranch home! Beautiful real hardwood floors througho...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,066 sq.ft.	$224,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.72% Traditional cash on cash: 5.01% Airbnb Rental Income: $772 Traditional Rental Income: $1675 Airbnb ROI: -0.72% Traditional ROI: 5.01%
1501 Carrie Avenue Des Moines, IA Must see this cozy three bedroom ranch home with one bath that is close to the airport and...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 908 sq.ft.	$185,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.39% Traditional cash on cash: 5.54% Airbnb Rental Income: $1013 Traditional Rental Income: $1561 Airbnb ROI: 0.39% Traditional ROI: 5.54%
3514 SW 12th Street Des Moines, IA Welcome to this beautiful 1.5-story home blending 1920s charm with modern updates, offerin...	3 beds \| 5 baths \| 1,467 sq.ft.	$280,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.28% Traditional cash on cash: 7.05% Airbnb Rental Income: $1013 Traditional Rental Income: $2591 Airbnb ROI: -0.28% Traditional ROI: 7.05%
5408 SE 24th Street Des Moines, IA This 5 bed, 4 bath home is a perfect blend of comfort and convenience nestled in a peacefu...	5 beds \| 4 baths \| 1,809 sq.ft.	$374,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.34% Traditional cash on cash: 5.54% Airbnb Rental Income: $2124 Traditional Rental Income: $3059 Airbnb ROI: 1.34% Traditional ROI: 5.54%
688 Bridal Row Des Moines, IA INVESTOR OPPPORTUNITY! Located just north of Hoyt Sherman Place and on the fringe of downt...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,790 sq.ft.	$329,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.03% Traditional cash on cash: 4.24% Airbnb Rental Income: $1013 Traditional Rental Income: $2290 Airbnb ROI: -1.03% Traditional ROI: 4.24%
4147 E 29th Street Des Moines, IA Great investment opportunity! This home is in an established east Des Moines neighborhood....	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,575 sq.ft.	$199,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.04% Traditional cash on cash: 5.82% Airbnb Rental Income: $1013 Traditional Rental Income: $1562 Airbnb ROI: 1.04% Traditional ROI: 5.82%
2912 48th Street Des Moines, IA Welcome to an adorable bungalow in the sought after Beaverdale Neighborhood! This home is ...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 864 sq.ft.	$189,999	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.7% Traditional cash on cash: 5.82% Airbnb Rental Income: $772 Traditional Rental Income: $1633 Airbnb ROI: -0.7% Traditional ROI: 5.82%
2807 54th Street Des Moines, IA Opportunity knocks with this classic split-level home located in the heart of Des Moines! ...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,007 sq.ft.	$235,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.49% Traditional cash on cash: 5.84% Airbnb Rental Income: $1013 Traditional Rental Income: $2063 Airbnb ROI: -0.49% Traditional ROI: 5.84%
3203 Cambridge Street Des Moines, IA Cute, updated, and move-in ready, located in the heart of Highland Park! This charming 2-b...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,014 sq.ft.	$165,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.36% Traditional cash on cash: 7.94% Airbnb Rental Income: $772 Traditional Rental Income: $1760 Airbnb ROI: -0.36% Traditional ROI: 7.94%
2210 S Union Street Des Moines, IA Spacious home featuring a large eat-in kitchen, expansive living room, and a convenient ma...	4 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,513 sq.ft.	$174,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.3% Traditional cash on cash: 6.43% Airbnb Rental Income: $1403 Traditional Rental Income: $1668 Airbnb ROI: 2.3% Traditional ROI: 6.43%
2404 46th Street Des Moines, IA Charming Beaverdale ranch! Close to close to restaurants, shopping, parks and trails. Main...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 832 sq.ft.	$209,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.88% Traditional cash on cash: 4.59% Airbnb Rental Income: $772 Traditional Rental Income: $1543 Airbnb ROI: -0.88% Traditional ROI: 4.59%
1602 E 32nd Court Des Moines, IA This charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath bungalow offers a great combination of character and peace...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,258 sq.ft.	$175,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.66% Traditional cash on cash: 6.34% Airbnb Rental Income: $1013 Traditional Rental Income: $1602 Airbnb ROI: 0.66% Traditional ROI: 6.34%
4835 NE 30th Street Des Moines, IA Looking for charm, space to grow, and location? Look no further than this 4 bed/3 bath ran...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,040 sq.ft.	$220,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.13% Traditional cash on cash: 8.6% Airbnb Rental Income: $1403 Traditional Rental Income: $2328 Airbnb ROI: 2.13% Traditional ROI: 8.6%
5176 NE 5th Street Des Moines, IA Welcome to this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch in the heart of Des Moines! This well-mai...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,248 sq.ft.	$200,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.71% Traditional cash on cash: 8.73% Airbnb Rental Income: $1013 Traditional Rental Income: $2177 Airbnb ROI: 0.71% Traditional ROI: 8.73%
1655 Beaver Avenue Des Moines, IA There is something special about a classic Beaverdale brick. This Tudor has all the charac...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,318 sq.ft.	$300,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.62% Traditional cash on cash: 4.03% Airbnb Rental Income: $1013 Traditional Rental Income: $1968 Airbnb ROI: -0.62% Traditional ROI: 4.03%
1300 E 34th Street Des Moines, IA Seller Financing available with 10% down, call List agent for more details! Ranch home wit...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,096 sq.ft.	$209,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.21% Traditional cash on cash: 4.8% Airbnb Rental Income: $1013 Traditional Rental Income: $1568 Airbnb ROI: 0.21% Traditional ROI: 4.8%
3943 12th Street Des Moines, IA Spacious and full of potential, this 2-story home offers 3 large bedrooms and 1.5 bathroom...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,536 sq.ft.	$224,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.28% Traditional cash on cash: 3.88% Airbnb Rental Income: $1013 Traditional Rental Income: $1539 Airbnb ROI: -0.28% Traditional ROI: 3.88%
2329 Glenwood Drive #43 Des Moines, IA Prime location just minutes from downtown, Gray's Lake, Water Works, and bike trails. This...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,851 sq.ft.	$245,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.77% Traditional cash on cash: 2.66% Airbnb Rental Income: $1013 Traditional Rental Income: $1680 Airbnb ROI: -1.77% Traditional ROI: 2.66%
407 E Creston Avenue Des Moines, IA Don't let the 1939 build year fool you - this home has been updated where it counts and sh...	4 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,335 sq.ft.	$194,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.72% Traditional cash on cash: 5.4% Airbnb Rental Income: $1403 Traditional Rental Income: $1662 Airbnb ROI: 1.72% Traditional ROI: 5.4%
3116 52nd Street Des Moines, IA This charming 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom brick home blends classic character with thoughtful up...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,695 sq.ft.	$325,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.9% Traditional cash on cash: 5.2% Airbnb Rental Income: $1013 Traditional Rental Income: $2521 Airbnb ROI: -0.9% Traditional ROI: 5.2%
672 19th Street Des Moines, IA Great investor opportunity! This historic Sherman Hill property was built as a 3-plex in t...	N/A beds \| N/A baths \| 4,737 sq.ft.	$149,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -2.81% Traditional cash on cash: 6.75% Airbnb Rental Income: $471 Traditional Rental Income: $1567 Airbnb ROI: -2.81% Traditional ROI: 6.75%
1415 Osceola Avenue Des Moines, IA Move-in ready 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom home with major updates and perfect garage space! This...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,076 sq.ft.	$215,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.13% Traditional cash on cash: 5.6% Airbnb Rental Income: $1013 Traditional Rental Income: $1769 Airbnb ROI: 0.13% Traditional ROI: 5.6%
919 Randolph Street Des Moines, IA Welcome to this beautiful 5-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home that offers over 2000 Sq. feet! Thi...	5 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,613 sq.ft.	$265,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.25% Traditional cash on cash: 5.65% Airbnb Rental Income: $2124 Traditional Rental Income: $2181 Airbnb ROI: 3.25% Traditional ROI: 5.65%
1502 29th Street Des Moines, IA Step inside this charming 1.5 story home. Right away, you're in a prime location just step...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,320 sq.ft.	$189,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.7% Traditional cash on cash: 7.21% Airbnb Rental Income: $772 Traditional Rental Income: $1882 Airbnb ROI: -0.7% Traditional ROI: 7.21%
6131 Harwood Drive Des Moines, IA Waterbury; updated; and under $300k! You read that right! Welcome to this well cared for 2...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,028 sq.ft.	$285,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.3% Traditional cash on cash: 3.11% Airbnb Rental Income: $772 Traditional Rental Income: $1637 Airbnb ROI: -1.3% Traditional ROI: 3.11%
509 E 28th Street Des Moines, IA What a cute 2-bedroom, 1-bath home! The spacious living room flows nicely into the dining ...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 768 sq.ft.	$159,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.33% Traditional cash on cash: 4.77% Airbnb Rental Income: $772 Traditional Rental Income: $1233 Airbnb ROI: -0.33% Traditional ROI: 4.77%
2210 36th Street Des Moines, IA Come check out this adorable bungalow located in the heart of Beaverdale that offers charm...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 832 sq.ft.	$176,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.53% Traditional cash on cash: 6.04% Airbnb Rental Income: $772 Traditional Rental Income: $1556 Airbnb ROI: -0.53% Traditional ROI: 6.04%
714 31st Street Des Moines, IA Lots of updates and easy access to all Des Moines has to offer in this completely updated ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,384 sq.ft.	$275,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.67% Traditional cash on cash: 5.01% Airbnb Rental Income: $1013 Traditional Rental Income: $2126 Airbnb ROI: -0.67% Traditional ROI: 5.01%
1006 26th Street Des Moines, IA Modern Comfort Meets 1898 Charm! Step into this meticulously updated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,158 sq.ft.	$215,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.52% Traditional cash on cash: 6.04% Airbnb Rental Income: $1013 Traditional Rental Income: $1781 Airbnb ROI: 0.52% Traditional ROI: 6.04%

Real Estate investment in Des-moines, IA

There are 940 properties for sale in the city of Des Moines . The median list price in Des Moines is $230,000 and the average price per square foot is $171. In May 2026, the average monthly cash on cash return in Des Moines is 5.00%. The average monthly rental income in Des Moines is $1,879.

Des-moines, IA Real Estate Investing: FAQs for Buyers, Sellers and Investors

There are 940 investment properties available for sale in Des-moines.

In 2026, the best neighborhood to buy investment property is Des Moines.

The ROI for Short-Term is higher than the Long-Term in Des-moines with average rental income of $1,013.

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Investment Property for Sale in Des Moines, IA

624 Rose Avenue

Des Moines, IA

2 beds | 1 baths | 920 sq.ft.

$210,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.89%

Traditional cash on cash: 3.47%

Airbnb Rental Income: $772

Traditional Rental Income: $1322

Airbnb ROI: -0.89%

Traditional ROI: 3.47%

2318 56th Street

Des Moines, IA

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

$215,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.2%

Traditional cash on cash: 2.62%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1013

Traditional Rental Income: $1148

Airbnb ROI: 0.2%

Traditional ROI: 2.62%

2400 45th Street

Des Moines, IA

2 beds | 2 baths | 909 sq.ft.

$165,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.37%

Traditional cash on cash: 7.45%

Airbnb Rental Income: $772

Traditional Rental Income: $1684

Airbnb ROI: -0.37%

Traditional ROI: 7.45%

3101 E Clinton Avenue

Des Moines, IA

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,053 sq.ft.

$190,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.66%

Traditional cash on cash: 7.24%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1013

Traditional Rental Income: $1844

Airbnb ROI: 0.66%

Traditional ROI: 7.24%

1407 41st Place

Des Moines, IA

3 beds | 3 baths | 1,584 sq.ft.

$339,900

Airbnb cash on cash: -1.06%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.83%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1013

Traditional Rental Income: $2537

Airbnb ROI: -1.06%

Traditional ROI: 4.83%

3832 13th Street

Des Moines, IA

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,178 sq.ft.

$160,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.91%

Traditional cash on cash: 9.4%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1013

Traditional Rental Income: $1953

Airbnb ROI: 0.91%

Traditional ROI: 9.4%

3100 Garden Avenue

Des Moines, IA

2 beds | 1 baths | 672 sq.ft.

$175,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.29%

Traditional cash on cash: 5.52%

Airbnb Rental Income: $772

Traditional Rental Income: $1423

Airbnb ROI: -0.29%

Traditional ROI: 5.52%

3700 SW 34th Place

Des Moines, IA

4 beds | 4 baths | 2,047 sq.ft.

$419,900

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.67%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.29%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1403

Traditional Rental Income: $2931

Airbnb ROI: -0.67%