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
3832 13th Street Des Moines, IA Comfortable and Cute! This front porch is the perfect habitat for tons of house plants or ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,178 sq.ft.	$189,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.55% Traditional cash on cash: 7.85% Airbnb Rental Income: $1212 Traditional Rental Income: $1953 Airbnb ROI: 1.55% Traditional ROI: 7.85%
4707 Franklin Avenue Des Moines, IA Discover this beautifully maintained Beaverdale charmer offering nearly 1,500 sq. ft. of f...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,478 sq.ft.	$294,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.07% Traditional cash on cash: 2.71% Airbnb Rental Income: $1212 Traditional Rental Income: $1592 Airbnb ROI: -0.07% Traditional ROI: 2.71%
2402 Des Moines Street Des Moines, IA Enjoy the convenience of professionally cleaned carpets throughout the home! This cozy 2-b...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 700 sq.ft.	$164,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.51% Traditional cash on cash: 3.21% Airbnb Rental Income: $1062 Traditional Rental Income: $963 Airbnb ROI: 1.51% Traditional ROI: 3.21%
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.	$422,500	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.23% Traditional cash on cash: 4.26% Airbnb Rental Income: $1611 Traditional Rental Income: $2931 Airbnb ROI: -0.23% Traditional ROI: 4.26%
4145 1st Street Des Moines, IA Welcome to this beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home offering 832 square feet of...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 832 sq.ft.	$180,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.03% Traditional cash on cash: 6.53% Airbnb Rental Income: $1062 Traditional Rental Income: $1638 Airbnb ROI: 1.03% Traditional ROI: 6.53%
4316 SE 4th Street Des Moines, IA Don't miss this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home priced under $250K! Featuring a versatile ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 912 sq.ft.	$235,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.55% Traditional cash on cash: 4.42% Airbnb Rental Income: $1212 Traditional Rental Income: $1682 Airbnb ROI: 0.55% Traditional ROI: 4.42%
5612 SW 2nd Street Des Moines, IA This well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath home is full of thoughtful updates and big-ticket i...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 752 sq.ft.	$155,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.33% Traditional cash on cash: 6.81% Airbnb Rental Income: $1062 Traditional Rental Income: $1508 Airbnb ROI: 1.33% Traditional ROI: 6.81%
3417 59th Street Des Moines, IA Charming Home with Modern Updates and a Great Location! Welcome to this beautifully mainta...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 720 sq.ft.	$178,500	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.81% Traditional cash on cash: 5.91% Airbnb Rental Income: $1062 Traditional Rental Income: $1563 Airbnb ROI: 0.81% Traditional ROI: 5.91%
3514 SW 12th Street Des Moines, IA Charming Tudor with Modern Updates & an Entertainers Backyard! Welcome to 3514 SW 12th St,...	3 beds \| 4 baths \| 1,467 sq.ft.	$271,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.38% Traditional cash on cash: 7.28% Airbnb Rental Income: $1212 Traditional Rental Income: $2591 Airbnb ROI: 0.38% Traditional ROI: 7.28%
2737 E Euclid Avenue Des Moines, IA Welcome home to this beautifully maintained ranch in a central location situated on almost...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,512 sq.ft.	$255,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.32% Traditional cash on cash: 6.11% Airbnb Rental Income: $1212 Traditional Rental Income: $2215 Airbnb ROI: 0.32% Traditional ROI: 6.11%
3010 Madison Avenue Des Moines, IA Great potential at a great price! Nestled in a quiet, well-established neighborhood, this ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,324 sq.ft.	$199,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.78% Traditional cash on cash: 7.59% Airbnb Rental Income: $1212 Traditional Rental Income: $2109 Airbnb ROI: 0.78% Traditional ROI: 7.59%
1607 Carrie Avenue Des Moines, IA Opportunity awaits in this charming home with endless potential, tucked away on a quiet st...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,016 sq.ft.	$155,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.62% Traditional cash on cash: 6.93% Airbnb Rental Income: $1212 Traditional Rental Income: $1607 Airbnb ROI: 1.62% Traditional ROI: 6.93%
3108 Kinsey Avenue Des Moines, IA Don't miss this ranch-style home offering more than meets the eye and priced so you can ma...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 672 sq.ft.	$159,990	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.76% Traditional cash on cash: 5.53% Airbnb Rental Income: $1212 Traditional Rental Income: $1396 Airbnb ROI: 1.76% Traditional ROI: 5.53%
2500 38th Street Des Moines, IA A beautiful home in Beaverdale at its finest!. Featuring 4 bedrooms, the master and a 2nd ...	4 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,293 sq.ft.	$279,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.34% Traditional cash on cash: 3.83% Airbnb Rental Income: $1611 Traditional Rental Income: $1810 Airbnb ROI: 1.34% Traditional ROI: 3.83%
2455 SW 7th Street Des Moines, IA Discover this charming ranch in South Des Moines! Built in 2000, this 3-bedroom, 1-bath ho...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,034 sq.ft.	$223,500	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.03% Traditional cash on cash: 4.52% Airbnb Rental Income: $1212 Traditional Rental Income: $1558 Airbnb ROI: 1.03% Traditional ROI: 4.52%
6821 NW Alderman Lane Des Moines, IA This updated 4-bedroom, 3-bath ranch in Saylorville township is a must see. The open floor...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,478 sq.ft.	$360,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.85% Traditional cash on cash: 4.91% Airbnb Rental Income: $1611 Traditional Rental Income: $2525 Airbnb ROI: 0.85% Traditional ROI: 4.91%
4916 SW 13th Street Des Moines, IA Investment property being sold with a current tenant in place paying $900 per month and al...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 592 sq.ft.	$106,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.03% Traditional cash on cash: 8.23% Airbnb Rental Income: $1062 Traditional Rental Income: $1230 Airbnb ROI: 3.03% Traditional ROI: 8.23%
2501 44th Street Des Moines, IA Fall in love with this classic 1.5-story Beaverdale beauty! Offering nearly 1,200 sq ft of...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,121 sq.ft.	$239,500	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.4% Traditional cash on cash: 5.34% Airbnb Rental Income: $1212 Traditional Rental Income: $1939 Airbnb ROI: 0.4% Traditional ROI: 5.34%
1306 Amos Avenue Des Moines, IA Stunning 4-bedroom home on the South Side! Enjoy an open floor plan with an updated kitche...	4 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,404 sq.ft.	$235,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.24% Traditional cash on cash: 4.84% Airbnb Rental Income: $1611 Traditional Rental Income: $1731 Airbnb ROI: 2.24% Traditional ROI: 4.84%
1517 61st Street Des Moines, IA Welcome home to this 3-bedroom, 1-bath ranch in Northwest Des Moines, perfectly located ju...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 864 sq.ft.	$212,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.98% Traditional cash on cash: 5.34% Airbnb Rental Income: $1212 Traditional Rental Income: $1700 Airbnb ROI: 0.98% Traditional ROI: 5.34%
507 E Locust Street unit: 207 #207 Des Moines, IA Come and experience urban living in this move-in ready East Village condo. Two bedrooms an...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,427 sq.ft.	$239,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -3.27% Traditional cash on cash: 2.59% Airbnb Rental Income: $1062 Traditional Rental Income: $2023 Airbnb ROI: -3.27% Traditional ROI: 2.59%
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.	$180,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.87% Traditional cash on cash: 5.89% Airbnb Rental Income: $1062 Traditional Rental Income: $1556 Airbnb ROI: 0.87% Traditional ROI: 5.89%
117 SW 58th Drive Des Moines, IA Come visit this split foyer home in one of the most sought out neighborhoods south of Gran...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,188 sq.ft.	$309,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0% Traditional cash on cash: 4.05% Airbnb Rental Income: $1212 Traditional Rental Income: $2002 Airbnb ROI: 0% Traditional ROI: 4.05%
1541 44th Street Des Moines, IA Welcome home to this charming 3 bed, 1 bath house in a fantastic Beaverdale location acros...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,152 sq.ft.	$220,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.76% Traditional cash on cash: 5.37% Airbnb Rental Income: $1212 Traditional Rental Income: $1782 Airbnb ROI: 0.76% Traditional ROI: 5.37%
4425 Amick Avenue Des Moines, IA Bold. Spacious. Ready to Impress. Discover this standout 2-story home in Des Moines' sough...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,617 sq.ft.	$259,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.42% Traditional cash on cash: 5.73% Airbnb Rental Income: $1611 Traditional Rental Income: $2210 Airbnb ROI: 1.42% Traditional ROI: 5.73%
2615 30th Street Des Moines, IA Nice home centrally located in the heart of the city. 3 bed 2 bath home ready for a new pe...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 918 sq.ft.	$225,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.75% Traditional cash on cash: 4.69% Airbnb Rental Income: $1212 Traditional Rental Income: $1660 Airbnb ROI: 0.75% Traditional ROI: 4.69%
6107 SW 14th Street Des Moines, IA Priced under assessed value! Great home, priced to sell and quick possession possible. 2 a...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,300 sq.ft.	$185,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.98% Traditional cash on cash: 7.27% Airbnb Rental Income: $1212 Traditional Rental Income: $1929 Airbnb ROI: 0.98% Traditional ROI: 7.27%
3005 Don Lee Court Des Moines, IA Welcome home to this well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath brick ranch located in a peaceful n...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 948 sq.ft.	$212,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.68% Traditional cash on cash: 6.04% Airbnb Rental Income: $1212 Traditional Rental Income: $1902 Airbnb ROI: 0.68% Traditional ROI: 6.04%
2610 Westover Boulevard Des Moines, IA Timeless charm meets modern living. From the inviting front porch to the warm wood floors,...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,672 sq.ft.	$279,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.51% Traditional cash on cash: 5.77% Airbnb Rental Income: $1611 Traditional Rental Income: $2272 Airbnb ROI: 1.51% Traditional ROI: 5.77%
4204 SW 7th Street Des Moines, IA Welcome to this delightful and fully remodeled home featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 720 sq.ft.	$185,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.99% Traditional cash on cash: 2.82% Airbnb Rental Income: $1212 Traditional Rental Income: $968 Airbnb ROI: 1.99% Traditional ROI: 2.82%
1219 Elder Lane Des Moines, IA Welcome home to this cozy 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch offering over 1,400 square feet of finis...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 980 sq.ft.	$235,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.55% Traditional cash on cash: 3.61% Airbnb Rental Income: $1212 Traditional Rental Income: $1502 Airbnb ROI: 0.55% Traditional ROI: 3.61%
3905 Clinton Avenue Des Moines, IA Beaverdale beauty! Nicely updated throughout with great curb appeal. The exterior boasts p...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 816 sq.ft.	$209,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.21% Traditional cash on cash: 4.65% Airbnb Rental Income: $1062 Traditional Rental Income: $1580 Airbnb ROI: 0.21% Traditional ROI: 4.65%
2723 Linden Street Des Moines, IA Step into the charm of this beautifully restored historic home near the Avenues District. ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,308 sq.ft.	$225,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.62% Traditional cash on cash: 6.02% Airbnb Rental Income: $1212 Traditional Rental Income: $1971 Airbnb ROI: 0.62% Traditional ROI: 6.02%
4001 42nd Street Des Moines, IA Move right into this wonderful Beaverdale home with updates and upgrades throughout! The m...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,052 sq.ft.	$189,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.85% Traditional cash on cash: 7.63% Airbnb Rental Income: $1062 Traditional Rental Income: $1914 Airbnb ROI: 0.85% Traditional ROI: 7.63%
1669 Beaver Avenue Des Moines, IA Now is your chance to own a rare midcentury Lustron home! Considered to be "the Home of th...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,021 sq.ft.	$215,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.4% Traditional cash on cash: 5.86% Airbnb Rental Income: $1062 Traditional Rental Income: $1809 Airbnb ROI: 0.4% Traditional ROI: 5.86%
1222 Watrous Avenue Des Moines, IA Charming ranch home with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, updated kitchen, and finished lower level, l...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 960 sq.ft.	$199,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.72% Traditional cash on cash: 5.63% Airbnb Rental Income: $1212 Traditional Rental Income: $1754 Airbnb ROI: 0.72% Traditional ROI: 5.63%
3109 Holcomb Avenue Des Moines, IA Welcome to this charming Beaverdale story-and-a-half home! Featuring 3 bedrooms and 1 full...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,087 sq.ft.	$215,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.54% Traditional cash on cash: 6.08% Airbnb Rental Income: $1212 Traditional Rental Income: $1950 Airbnb ROI: 0.54% Traditional ROI: 6.08%
5841 SE 22nd Court Des Moines, IA Step inside this zero-entry ranch townhome and instantly feel at home. The open concept la...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,454 sq.ft.	$247,500	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.51% Traditional cash on cash: 6.49% Airbnb Rental Income: $1062 Traditional Rental Income: $2332 Airbnb ROI: -0.51% Traditional ROI: 6.49%
3001 E 37th Street Des Moines, IA Welcome to this well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath home situated on a spacious corner lot i...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,120 sq.ft.	$194,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.47% Traditional cash on cash: 5.96% Airbnb Rental Income: $1062 Traditional Rental Income: $1711 Airbnb ROI: 0.47% Traditional ROI: 5.96%
3103 Lawnview Drive Des Moines, IA Classic Beaverdale brick with 2-car garage plus rare 10x20 workshop/storage extension! 3 m...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,212 sq.ft.	$245,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.47% Traditional cash on cash: 6.95% Airbnb Rental Income: $1212 Traditional Rental Income: $2321 Airbnb ROI: 0.47% Traditional ROI: 6.95%

Real Estate investment in Des-moines, IA

There are 884 properties for sale in the city of Des Moines . The median list price in Des Moines is $229,990 and the average price per square foot is $174. In November 2025, the average monthly cash on cash return in Des Moines is 6.00%. The average monthly rental income in Des Moines is $1,868.

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

There are 884 investment properties available for sale in Des-moines.

In 2025, the best neighborhood to buy investment property is Des Moines.

The ROI for Long-Term is higher than the Short-Term in Des-moines with average rental income of $1,868.

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Investment Property for Sale in Des Moines, IA

3832 13th Street

Des Moines, IA

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

$189,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 1.55%

Traditional cash on cash: 7.85%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1212

Traditional Rental Income: $1953

Airbnb ROI: 1.55%

Traditional ROI: 7.85%

4707 Franklin Avenue

Des Moines, IA

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,478 sq.ft.

$294,900

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.07%

Traditional cash on cash: 2.71%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1212

Traditional Rental Income: $1592

Airbnb ROI: -0.07%

Traditional ROI: 2.71%

2402 Des Moines Street

Des Moines, IA

2 beds | 1 baths | 700 sq.ft.

$164,900

Airbnb cash on cash: 1.51%

Traditional cash on cash: 3.21%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1062

Traditional Rental Income: $963

Airbnb ROI: 1.51%

Traditional ROI: 3.21%

3700 SW 34th Place

Des Moines, IA

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

$422,500

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.23%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.26%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1611

Traditional Rental Income: $2931

Airbnb ROI: -0.23%

Traditional ROI: 4.26%

4145 1st Street

Des Moines, IA

2 beds | 1 baths | 832 sq.ft.

$180,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 1.03%

Traditional cash on cash: 6.53%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1062

Traditional Rental Income: $1638

Airbnb ROI: 1.03%

Traditional ROI: 6.53%

4316 SE 4th Street

Des Moines, IA

3 beds | 2 baths | 912 sq.ft.

$235,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.55%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.42%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1212

Traditional Rental Income: $1682

Airbnb ROI: 0.55%

Traditional ROI: 4.42%

5612 SW 2nd Street

Des Moines, IA

2 beds | 1 baths | 752 sq.ft.

$155,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 1.33%

Traditional cash on cash: 6.81%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1062

Traditional Rental Income: $1508

Airbnb ROI: 1.33%

Traditional ROI: 6.81%

3417 59th Street

Des Moines, IA

2 beds | 1 baths | 720 sq.ft.

$178,500

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.81%

Traditional cash on cash: 5.91%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1062

Traditional Rental Income: $1563

Airbnb ROI: 0.81%