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
709 Ashworth Road West Des Moines, IA Super cute all brick ranch w/metal roof, replacement windows & 1 car attached garage make ...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 952 sq.ft.	$259,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.11% Traditional cash on cash: 4.36% Airbnb Rental Income: $1609 Traditional Rental Income: $1703 Airbnb ROI: 2.11% Traditional ROI: 4.36%
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: 3.46% Traditional cash on cash: 5.91% Airbnb Rental Income: $2071 Traditional Rental Income: $2174 Airbnb ROI: 3.46% Traditional ROI: 5.91%
709 9th Street West Des Moines, IA Welcome to 709 Ninth Street in West Des Moines! This great 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers a...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,209 sq.ft.	$259,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.31% Traditional cash on cash: 4.75% Airbnb Rental Income: $1609 Traditional Rental Income: $1749 Airbnb ROI: 2.31% Traditional ROI: 4.75%
913 17th Street West Des Moines, IA Solid, charming, and genuinely move-in ready - 913 17th Street is the kind of ranch that m...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,257 sq.ft.	$265,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.04% Traditional cash on cash: 5.02% Airbnb Rental Income: $1609 Traditional Rental Income: $1898 Airbnb ROI: 2.04% Traditional ROI: 5.02%
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: 0.44% Traditional cash on cash: 5.74% Airbnb Rental Income: $1131 Traditional Rental Income: $1906 Airbnb ROI: 0.44% 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.	$289,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.89% Traditional cash on cash: 5.42% Airbnb Rental Income: $2071 Traditional Rental Income: $2228 Airbnb ROI: 2.89% Traditional ROI: 5.42%
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: 0.46% Traditional cash on cash: 6.37% Airbnb Rental Income: $1131 Traditional Rental Income: $1763 Airbnb ROI: 0.46% Traditional ROI: 6.37%
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.	$280,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.47% Traditional cash on cash: 6.1% Airbnb Rental Income: $1131 Traditional Rental Income: $2752 Airbnb ROI: -1.47% Traditional ROI: 6.1%
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: 1.69% Traditional cash on cash: 6.24% Airbnb Rental Income: $2071 Traditional Rental Income: $3106 Airbnb ROI: 1.69% Traditional ROI: 6.24%
197 79th Street West Des Moines, IA This wonderful split foyer has 3 bedrooms with finished basement with a great space to mak...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,273 sq.ft.	$279,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.37% Traditional cash on cash: 4.09% Airbnb Rental Income: $1609 Traditional Rental Income: $2131 Airbnb ROI: 0.37% Traditional ROI: 4.09%
1070 50th Street #10E West Des Moines, IA Welcome home to this beautifully updated two story townhome in West Des Moines! Step insid...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,080 sq.ft.	$200,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.03% Traditional cash on cash: 5.13% Airbnb Rental Income: $1131 Traditional Rental Income: $1733 Airbnb ROI: -0.03% Traditional ROI: 5.13%
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: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 4.41% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2904 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 4.41%
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.	$554,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 2.55% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2730 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 2.55%
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.	$315,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.85% Traditional cash on cash: 4.08% Airbnb Rental Income: $1131 Traditional Rental Income: $2215 Airbnb ROI: -0.85% Traditional ROI: 4.08%
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: 0.93% Traditional cash on cash: 3.88% Airbnb Rental Income: $1609 Traditional Rental Income: $2102 Airbnb ROI: 0.93% 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.	$424,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.16% Traditional cash on cash: 5% Airbnb Rental Income: $2071 Traditional Rental Income: $3065 Airbnb ROI: 1.16% Traditional ROI: 5%
1100 50th Street #1202 West Des Moines, IA Large 3-bedroom, 2-bath second-floor condo in West Des Moines. Seller is offering ****6 mo...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,376 sq.ft.	$134,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.54% Traditional cash on cash: 10.02% Airbnb Rental Income: $1609 Traditional Rental Income: $1991 Airbnb ROI: 3.54% Traditional ROI: 10.02%
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: 1.08% Traditional cash on cash: 5.63% Airbnb Rental Income: $1131 Traditional Rental Income: $1406 Airbnb ROI: 1.08% Traditional ROI: 5.63%
2241 Grand Avenue #11 West Des Moines, IA Due to buyers mortgage issues you are lucky enough to get a second chance in purchasing an...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,304 sq.ft.	$205,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.25% Traditional cash on cash: 5.92% Airbnb Rental Income: $1131 Traditional Rental Income: $1953 Airbnb ROI: -0.25% Traditional ROI: 5.92%
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.	$339,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.56% Traditional cash on cash: 4.78% Airbnb Rental Income: $2071 Traditional Rental Income: $2244 Airbnb ROI: 2.56% Traditional ROI: 4.78%
434 S 82nd Street West Des Moines, IA Move-in ready Ranch in the heart of West Des Moines! Conveniently located just minutes fro...	5 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,562 sq.ft.	$424,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 3.52% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2540 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 3.52%
320 34th Street West Des Moines, IA Earnest money through Trust Funds held by Wasker Law.	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,143 sq.ft.	$325,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.5% Traditional cash on cash: 4.19% Airbnb Rental Income: $2071 Traditional Rental Income: $2051 Airbnb ROI: 2.5% Traditional ROI: 4.19%
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: -0.61% Traditional cash on cash: 5.71% Airbnb Rental Income: $1131 Traditional Rental Income: $1805 Airbnb ROI: -0.61% 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.	$349,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.16% Traditional cash on cash: 3.41% Airbnb Rental Income: $2071 Traditional Rental Income: $2275 Airbnb ROI: 1.16% Traditional ROI: 3.41%
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: -0.29% Traditional cash on cash: 6.96% Airbnb Rental Income: $1131 Traditional Rental Income: $2366 Airbnb ROI: -0.29% Traditional ROI: 6.96%
5420 Coachlight Drive West Des Moines, IA Welcome to this beautifully updated home where modern style and everyday comfort come toge...	5 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,190 sq.ft.	$514,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 4.03% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $3152 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 4.03%
2828 Walnut Street West Des Moines, IA Move right in with confidence! This West Des Moines two-story has all the big-ticket updat...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,722 sq.ft.	$385,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.51% Traditional cash on cash: 4.03% Airbnb Rental Income: $1609 Traditional Rental Income: $2425 Airbnb ROI: 0.51% Traditional ROI: 4.03%
2607 SE Osier Avenue West Des Moines, IA Welcome to 2607 SE Osier Ave, a bright and beautifully maintained townhome in the desirabl...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,376 sq.ft.	$240,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.31% Traditional cash on cash: 6.67% Airbnb Rental Income: $1609 Traditional Rental Income: $2368 Airbnb ROI: 1.31% Traditional ROI: 6.67%
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.	$142,500	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.2% Traditional cash on cash: 7.85% Airbnb Rental Income: $1131 Traditional Rental Income: $1799 Airbnb ROI: 0.2% Traditional ROI: 7.85%
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: 1.04% Traditional cash on cash: 4.66% Airbnb Rental Income: $1609 Traditional Rental Income: $2041 Airbnb ROI: 1.04% Traditional ROI: 4.66%
1070 50th Street #1A West Des Moines, IA Welcome to this well-maintained ranch townhome in a convenient West Des Moines location! T...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,070 sq.ft.	$245,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.9% Traditional cash on cash: 4.48% Airbnb Rental Income: $1609 Traditional Rental Income: $1981 Airbnb ROI: 0.9% Traditional ROI: 4.48%
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.	$389,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.31% Traditional cash on cash: 3.01% Airbnb Rental Income: $2071 Traditional Rental Income: $2160 Airbnb ROI: 1.31% Traditional ROI: 3.01%
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: 1.52% Traditional cash on cash: 3.71% Airbnb Rental Income: $2071 Traditional Rental Income: $2315 Airbnb ROI: 1.52% Traditional ROI: 3.71%
434 SE Hollow Court West Des Moines, IA Welcome to this beautifully maintained 2022 ranch in West Des Moines - move-in ready with ...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,400 sq.ft.	$423,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.35% Traditional cash on cash: 2.19% Airbnb Rental Income: $1609 Traditional Rental Income: $1886 Airbnb ROI: 0.35% Traditional ROI: 2.19%
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: 2.44% Traditional cash on cash: 4.02% Airbnb Rental Income: $2071 Traditional Rental Income: $2029 Airbnb ROI: 2.44% 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.	$454,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 2.51% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2122 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 2.51%
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: 0.37% Traditional cash on cash: 3.48% Airbnb Rental Income: $1609 Traditional Rental Income: $2088 Airbnb ROI: 0.37% 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: 0.45% Traditional cash on cash: 5.73% Airbnb Rental Income: $1609 Traditional Rental Income: $2642 Airbnb ROI: 0.45% Traditional ROI: 5.73%
2316 Valley Ridge Place West Des Moines, IA Tucked away on a quiet street in a peaceful West Des Moines neighborhood, this spacious an...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,450 sq.ft.	$304,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.3% Traditional cash on cash: 2.84% Airbnb Rental Income: $1609 Traditional Rental Income: $1880 Airbnb ROI: 0.3% Traditional ROI: 2.84%
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.	$289,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.59% Traditional cash on cash: 1.69% Airbnb Rental Income: $1609 Traditional Rental Income: $1180 Airbnb ROI: 1.59% Traditional ROI: 1.69%

Real Estate investment in West-des-moines, IA

There are 380 properties for sale in the city of West Des Moines . The median list price in West Des Moines is $338,815 and the average price per square foot is $190. In June 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 $2,439.

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

There are 380 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 $2,439.

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Investment Property for Sale in West Des Moines, IA

709 Ashworth Road

West Des Moines, IA

3 beds | 1 baths | 952 sq.ft.

$259,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 2.11%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.36%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1609

Traditional Rental Income: $1703

Airbnb ROI: 2.11%

Traditional ROI: 4.36%

605 11th Street

West Des Moines, IA

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

$274,900

Airbnb cash on cash: 3.46%

Traditional cash on cash: 5.91%

Airbnb Rental Income: $2071

Traditional Rental Income: $2174

Airbnb ROI: 3.46%

Traditional ROI: 5.91%

709 9th Street

West Des Moines, IA

3 beds | 1 baths | 1,209 sq.ft.

$259,900

Airbnb cash on cash: 2.31%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.75%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1609

Traditional Rental Income: $1749

Airbnb ROI: 2.31%

Traditional ROI: 4.75%

913 17th Street

West Des Moines, IA

3 beds | 1 baths | 1,257 sq.ft.

$265,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 2.04%

Traditional cash on cash: 5.02%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1609

Traditional Rental Income: $1898

Airbnb ROI: 2.04%

Traditional ROI: 5.02%

1725 Grand Avenue

West Des Moines, IA

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

$230,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.44%

Traditional cash on cash: 5.74%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1131

Traditional Rental Income: $1906

Airbnb ROI: 0.44%

Traditional ROI: 5.74%

632 12th Street

West Des Moines, IA

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

$289,900

Airbnb cash on cash: 2.89%

Traditional cash on cash: 5.42%

Airbnb Rental Income: $2071

Traditional Rental Income: $2228

Airbnb ROI: 2.89%

Traditional ROI: 5.42%

8302 Westown Parkway #3106

West Des Moines, IA

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

$179,500

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.46%

Traditional cash on cash: 6.37%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1131

Traditional Rental Income: $1763

Airbnb ROI: 0.46%

Traditional ROI: 6.37%

640 S 50th Street #2203

West Des Moines, IA

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

$280,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -1.47%

Traditional cash on cash: 6.1%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1131

Traditional Rental Income: $2752

Airbnb ROI: -1.47%