Real Estate Investment Properties for Sale in West Des Moines, IA

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Investment Property for Sale in West Des Moines, IA

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PROPERTY	DETAILS	SALE PRICE	INVESTMENT PERFORMANCE
2104 Meadow Brook Drive West Des Moines, IA Welcome home to this charming 4-bedroom, two-story residence with a finished basement, off...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,900 sq.ft.	$384,990	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.09% Traditional cash on cash: 5.16% Airbnb Rental Income: $2323 Traditional Rental Income: $2857 Airbnb ROI: 2.09% Traditional ROI: 5.16%
605 11th Street West Des Moines, IA Move right into this wonderful West Des Moines home with over 2000 square feet of total fi...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,252 sq.ft.	$274,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.27% Traditional cash on cash: 5.91% Airbnb Rental Income: $2323 Traditional Rental Income: $2174 Airbnb ROI: 4.27% Traditional ROI: 5.91%
1725 Grand Avenue West Des Moines, IA Great Bones in this All-Brick Traditional home. Featuring, in the last 6yrs Newer Electric...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,189 sq.ft.	$230,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.76% Traditional cash on cash: 5.74% Airbnb Rental Income: $1215 Traditional Rental Income: $1906 Airbnb ROI: 0.76% Traditional ROI: 5.74%
632 12th Street West Des Moines, IA Welcome to this beautifully updated West Des Moines bungalow in the heart of Valley Juncti...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,274 sq.ft.	$284,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.74% Traditional cash on cash: 5.53% Airbnb Rental Income: $2323 Traditional Rental Income: $2228 Airbnb ROI: 3.74% Traditional ROI: 5.53%
8302 Westown Parkway #3106 West Des Moines, IA Prime location meets low maintenance living in this move in ready end unit townhome! Offer...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,100 sq.ft.	$179,500	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.87% Traditional cash on cash: 6.37% Airbnb Rental Income: $1215 Traditional Rental Income: $1763 Airbnb ROI: 0.87% Traditional ROI: 6.37%
9655 Alderwood Drive West Des Moines, IA Step into this beautifully designed ranch home in the heart of West Des Moines, where thou...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,662 sq.ft.	$458,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.37% Traditional cash on cash: 4.72% Airbnb Rental Income: $2323 Traditional Rental Income: $3180 Airbnb ROI: 1.37% Traditional ROI: 4.72%
1831 Fuller Road #1 West Des Moines, IA Investors Dream! Tenant occupied 2 bed/1 bath corner unit condo, with open patio, located ...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 748 sq.ft.	$90,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.33% Traditional cash on cash: 10.4% Airbnb Rental Income: $1215 Traditional Rental Income: $1358 Airbnb ROI: 4.33% Traditional ROI: 10.4%
640 S 50th Street #2203 West Des Moines, IA Enjoy downtown loft-style living in the suburbs! Conveniently located in West Des Moines n...	2 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,810 sq.ft.	$269,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.21% Traditional cash on cash: 6.39% Airbnb Rental Income: $1215 Traditional Rental Income: $2752 Airbnb ROI: -1.21% Traditional ROI: 6.39%
5223 Pommel Place West Des Moines, IA Situated in one of West Des Moines most desired neighborhoods, this spacious and beautiful...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,229 sq.ft.	$367,500	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.3% Traditional cash on cash: 6.24% Airbnb Rental Income: $2323 Traditional Rental Income: $3106 Airbnb ROI: 2.3% Traditional ROI: 6.24%
7955 Wistful Vista Drive #12 West Des Moines, IA Blending the best of ranch-style convenience with 2-story living, this stunning 1.5-story ...	5 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,330 sq.ft.	$379,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 5.78% Traditional cash on cash: 4.41% Airbnb Rental Income: $4294 Traditional Rental Income: $2904 Airbnb ROI: 5.78% Traditional ROI: 4.41%
8601 Westown Parkway #27103 West Des Moines, IA Welcome home to this beautifully maintained townhome in the highly desirable Silver Oaks c...	2 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,221 sq.ft.	$199,850	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.64% Traditional cash on cash: 7.44% Airbnb Rental Income: $1215 Traditional Rental Income: $2113 Airbnb ROI: 0.64% Traditional ROI: 7.44%
9120 Greenspire Drive #106 West Des Moines, IA Welcome home to this well-maintained end-unit townhome in the desirable Brownstones commun...	2 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,586 sq.ft.	$242,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.53% Traditional cash on cash: 4.21% Airbnb Rental Income: $1215 Traditional Rental Income: $1908 Airbnb ROI: -0.53% Traditional ROI: 4.21%
10922 Westport Drive West Des Moines, IA This 5-bedroom walkout ranch offers over 2,850 finished sq ft in West Des Moines within th...	5 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,640 sq.ft.	$529,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.04% Traditional cash on cash: 2.71% Airbnb Rental Income: $4294 Traditional Rental Income: $2730 Airbnb ROI: 4.04% Traditional ROI: 2.71%
9655 Crowning Drive West Des Moines, IA Enjoy easy living in this beautifully maintained ranch townhome in a prime West Des Moines...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,412 sq.ft.	$305,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.6% Traditional cash on cash: 4.25% Airbnb Rental Income: $1215 Traditional Rental Income: $2215 Airbnb ROI: -0.6% Traditional ROI: 4.25%
1546 S Redtail Avenue West Des Moines, IA Built in 2020, this well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers modern comfort, a peac...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,496 sq.ft.	$342,500	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.65% Traditional cash on cash: 3.88% Airbnb Rental Income: $1503 Traditional Rental Income: $2102 Airbnb ROI: 0.65% Traditional ROI: 3.88%
5547 Flagstone Way West Des Moines, IA Nearly 3,500 total sqft, Just steps from West Glen & built for entertaining, this one chec...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,434 sq.ft.	$415,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.75% Traditional cash on cash: 5.14% Airbnb Rental Income: $2323 Traditional Rental Income: $3065 Airbnb ROI: 1.75% Traditional ROI: 5.14%
8610 Ep True Parkway #13006 West Des Moines, IA This end-unit townhome is low-maintenance living at its finest! The open main level featur...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,438 sq.ft.	$232,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0% Traditional cash on cash: 5.46% Airbnb Rental Income: $1215 Traditional Rental Income: $2021 Airbnb ROI: 0% Traditional ROI: 5.46%
238 Holiday Circle #46 West Des Moines, IA Own in West Des Moines for less than rent! Move-in ready opportunity UNDER $150K with a ga...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 966 sq.ft.	$149,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.56% Traditional cash on cash: 5.63% Airbnb Rental Income: $1215 Traditional Rental Income: $1406 Airbnb ROI: 1.56% Traditional ROI: 5.63%
9651 Turnpoint Drive West Des Moines, IA Immaculate 3 bedroom 2.5 bath two-story. This very well maintained Happe Homes resale is r...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,490 sq.ft.	$249,500	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.74% Traditional cash on cash: 6.96% Airbnb Rental Income: $1503 Traditional Rental Income: $2529 Airbnb ROI: 0.74% Traditional ROI: 6.96%
2241 Grand Avenue #11 West Des Moines, IA Back on the market due to the buyer's financing falling through. Don't miss this beautiful...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,304 sq.ft.	$199,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.14% Traditional cash on cash: 6.09% Airbnb Rental Income: $1215 Traditional Rental Income: $1953 Airbnb ROI: 0.14% Traditional ROI: 6.09%
1018 5th Street West Des Moines, IA Completely renovated and move-in ready, this exceptional home offers 4 bedrooms, 4 distinc...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,362 sq.ft.	$324,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.41% Traditional cash on cash: 5.04% Airbnb Rental Income: $2323 Traditional Rental Income: $2244 Airbnb ROI: 3.41% Traditional ROI: 5.04%
434 S 82nd Street West Des Moines, IA Spacious Ranch in the heart of West Des Moines! Conveniently located just minutes from Jor...	5 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,562 sq.ft.	$424,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 5.66% Traditional cash on cash: 3.52% Airbnb Rental Income: $4294 Traditional Rental Income: $2540 Airbnb ROI: 5.66% Traditional ROI: 3.52%
9145 Greenspire Drive #107 West Des Moines, IA Well-maintained 2-story end-unit townhome in a prime West Des Moines location. This 3 bedr...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,525 sq.ft.	$224,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.15% Traditional cash on cash: 7.25% Airbnb Rental Income: $1503 Traditional Rental Income: $2358 Airbnb ROI: 1.15% Traditional ROI: 7.25%
320 34th Street West Des Moines, IA Earnest money through Trust Funds held by Wasker Law.	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,143 sq.ft.	$305,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.46% Traditional cash on cash: 4.52% Airbnb Rental Income: $2323 Traditional Rental Income: $2051 Airbnb ROI: 3.46% Traditional ROI: 4.52%
8350 EP True Parkway #4104 West Des Moines, IA Well-maintained condo in West Des Moines near Jordan Creek Town Center offering convenient...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,130 sq.ft.	$174,500	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.19% Traditional cash on cash: 5.71% Airbnb Rental Income: $1215 Traditional Rental Income: $1805 Airbnb ROI: -0.19% Traditional ROI: 5.71%
983 S 90th Street West Des Moines, IA If you are looking for the ease of townhome living but still want the privacy of a detache...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,384 sq.ft.	$348,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.81% Traditional cash on cash: 3.42% Airbnb Rental Income: $2323 Traditional Rental Income: $2275 Airbnb ROI: 1.81% Traditional ROI: 3.42%
277 S 79th Street #501 West Des Moines, IA Tucked into the serene Villas at Bridgewood Pointe in West Des Moines, this 2-story townho...	2 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,614 sq.ft.	$235,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.02% Traditional cash on cash: 6.96% Airbnb Rental Income: $1215 Traditional Rental Income: $2366 Airbnb ROI: 0.02% Traditional ROI: 6.96%
732 10th Street West Des Moines, IA Looking for charm, character, and space in the heart of West Des Moines? Welcome to 732 10...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,357 sq.ft.	$334,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.12% Traditional cash on cash: 6.02% Airbnb Rental Income: $2323 Traditional Rental Income: $2658 Airbnb ROI: 3.12% Traditional ROI: 6.02%
1112 49th Street #2 West Des Moines, IA Ground-floor 2BR/2BA condo in one of West Des Moines' most desirable neighborhoods -- and ...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,152 sq.ft.	$139,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.74% Traditional cash on cash: 8.01% Airbnb Rental Income: $1215 Traditional Rental Income: $1799 Airbnb ROI: 0.74% Traditional ROI: 8.01%
2660 SE Osier Avenue West Des Moines, IA Jerry's home built in 2022. Come check out this 3 bedroom 3 bath end unit townhome in West...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,380 sq.ft.	$259,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.68% Traditional cash on cash: 4.66% Airbnb Rental Income: $1503 Traditional Rental Income: $2041 Airbnb ROI: 0.68% Traditional ROI: 4.66%
2508 SE Integra Avenue West Des Moines, IA Welcome home to the Collins Two-Story Plan with an expertly finished lower level and well-...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 1,644 sq.ft.	$384,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.92% Traditional cash on cash: 3.06% Airbnb Rental Income: $2323 Traditional Rental Income: $2160 Airbnb ROI: 1.92% Traditional ROI: 3.06%
683 SE Dapple Drive West Des Moines, IA Better than new ranch in one of West Des Moines' fastest growing locations! Why wait to bu...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,435 sq.ft.	$379,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.11% Traditional cash on cash: 3.71% Airbnb Rental Income: $2323 Traditional Rental Income: $2315 Airbnb ROI: 2.11% Traditional ROI: 3.71%
1019 Maplenol Drive West Des Moines, IA Great home in prime location. This 4 bedroom split-foyer features a finished basement with...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,243 sq.ft.	$329,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.11% Traditional cash on cash: 4.02% Airbnb Rental Income: $2323 Traditional Rental Income: $2029 Airbnb ROI: 3.11% Traditional ROI: 4.02%
4472 Tamara Lane West Des Moines, IA Discover this beautifully updated 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom home located in the heart of West ...	5 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,080 sq.ft.	$449,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 5.56% Traditional cash on cash: 2.55% Airbnb Rental Income: $4294 Traditional Rental Income: $2122 Airbnb ROI: 5.56% Traditional ROI: 2.55%
9683 Crestview Drive West Des Moines, IA This exceptional 3-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom residence offers spacious living areas and a thou...	3 beds \| 4 baths \| 1,743 sq.ft.	$319,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.08% Traditional cash on cash: 3.48% Airbnb Rental Income: $1503 Traditional Rental Income: $2088 Airbnb ROI: 0.08% Traditional ROI: 3.48%
9669 Crestview Drive West Des Moines, IA Welcome to your dream townhome! This exceptional 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom residence offers ...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,743 sq.ft.	$299,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.14% Traditional cash on cash: 5.73% Airbnb Rental Income: $1503 Traditional Rental Income: $2642 Airbnb ROI: 0.14% Traditional ROI: 5.73%
524 6th Street West Des Moines, IA Charming, character-filled 2-story in the heart of West Des Moines, just a short walk from...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,356 sq.ft.	$285,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.29% Traditional cash on cash: 1.73% Airbnb Rental Income: $1503 Traditional Rental Income: $1180 Airbnb ROI: 1.29% Traditional ROI: 1.73%
2223 Grand Avenue #7 West Des Moines, IA Welcome home to this beautifully maintained townhome in the heart of West Des Moines, just...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,226 sq.ft.	$190,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.16% Traditional cash on cash: 3.6% Airbnb Rental Income: $1215 Traditional Rental Income: $1444 Airbnb ROI: 0.16% Traditional ROI: 3.6%
2265 Grand Avenue #4 West Des Moines, IA Welcome home to this well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath townhome in the heart of West Des...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,226 sq.ft.	$185,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.19% Traditional cash on cash: 3.72% Airbnb Rental Income: $1215 Traditional Rental Income: $1444 Airbnb ROI: 0.19% Traditional ROI: 3.72%
4473 Tamara Lane West Des Moines, IA Welcome home to this beautifully updated 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom home in a highly desirable ...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 1,438 sq.ft.	$379,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.36% Traditional cash on cash: 4.82% Airbnb Rental Income: $2323 Traditional Rental Income: $2623 Airbnb ROI: 2.36% Traditional ROI: 4.82%

Real Estate investment in West-des-moines, IA

There are 453 properties for sale in the city of West Des Moines . The median list price in West Des Moines is $327,554 and the average price per square foot is $199. In July 2026, the average monthly cash on cash return in West Des Moines is 4.00%. The average monthly rental income in West Des Moines is $2,329.

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

There are 453 investment properties available for sale in West-des-moines.

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

The ROI for Long-Term is higher than the Short-Term in West-des-moines with average rental income of $2,329.

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Investment Property for Sale in West Des Moines, IA

2104 Meadow Brook Drive

West Des Moines, IA

4 beds | 3 baths | 1,900 sq.ft.

$384,990

Airbnb cash on cash: 2.09%

Traditional cash on cash: 5.16%

Airbnb Rental Income: $2323

Traditional Rental Income: $2857

Airbnb ROI: 2.09%

Traditional ROI: 5.16%

605 11th Street

West Des Moines, IA

4 beds | 2 baths | 1,252 sq.ft.

$274,900

Airbnb cash on cash: 4.27%

Traditional cash on cash: 5.91%

Airbnb Rental Income: $2323

Traditional Rental Income: $2174

Airbnb ROI: 4.27%

Traditional ROI: 5.91%

1725 Grand Avenue

West Des Moines, IA

2 beds | 2 baths | 1,189 sq.ft.

$230,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.76%

Traditional cash on cash: 5.74%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1215

Traditional Rental Income: $1906

Airbnb ROI: 0.76%

Traditional ROI: 5.74%

632 12th Street

West Des Moines, IA

4 beds | 2 baths | 1,274 sq.ft.

$284,900

Airbnb cash on cash: 3.74%

Traditional cash on cash: 5.53%

Airbnb Rental Income: $2323

Traditional Rental Income: $2228

Airbnb ROI: 3.74%

Traditional ROI: 5.53%

8302 Westown Parkway #3106

West Des Moines, IA

2 beds | 2 baths | 1,100 sq.ft.

$179,500

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.87%

Traditional cash on cash: 6.37%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1215

Traditional Rental Income: $1763

Airbnb ROI: 0.87%

Traditional ROI: 6.37%

9655 Alderwood Drive

West Des Moines, IA

4 beds | 3 baths | 2,662 sq.ft.

$458,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 1.37%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.72%

Airbnb Rental Income: $2323

Traditional Rental Income: $3180

Airbnb ROI: 1.37%

Traditional ROI: 4.72%

1831 Fuller Road #1

West Des Moines, IA

2 beds | 1 baths | 748 sq.ft.

$90,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 4.33%

Traditional cash on cash: 10.4%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1215

Traditional Rental Income: $1358

Airbnb ROI: 4.33%

Traditional ROI: 10.4%

640 S 50th Street #2203

West Des Moines, IA

2 beds | 3 baths | 1,810 sq.ft.

$269,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -1.21%

Traditional cash on cash: 6.39%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1215

Traditional Rental Income: $2752

Airbnb ROI: -1.21%