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$299,000
3 Beds 3 Baths 731615 MLS
Become a home owner this 2026!! With this two-story Savannah Homes! This home is on a dead-end street, great for privacy and active kids! Walk into an open concept filled with light and fresh paint in 2025. The first floor features a living room and dining area perfect for entertaining. Walk into the kitchen which has an island for cooking and eating, pantry, and great storage. Laundry is on the first floor as well as a half bath convenient for hosting. There's a 2 car attached garage and a back door stepping out to a flat backyard with a patio space! Upstairs has a great layout for families with 3 bedrooms. The large master bedroom has an en-suite bathroom and a walk-in closet. The two other bedrooms have a shared jack-and-jill bathroom. The basement is sizeable and unfinished with great potential for a 2nd living area, bedroom, and bathroom and ready for your use. All appliances stay, home also offers leaf guard on gutters. Move with your family here! Schedule a showing today!

4851 E Ovid Avenue, Des Moines

$190,000
4 Beds 2 Baths 731078 MLS
Sitting on an oversized lot with fresh snow framing its clean exterior, this home blends the charm of its original era with the practical updates. Step inside to sun-filled rooms lined with new flooring mixed with beautifully preserved original hardwood, giving the home that rare blend of character and function. Fresh paint throughout brightens each space, and large windows in nearly every room create a light, airy feel no matter where you stand. The main level offers multiple living and flex spaces—ideal for a home office, playroom, or second family room. Upstairs you’ll find generously sized bedrooms with great natural light, updated carpeting, and simple finishes that make moving in easy. Both bathrooms feature modern touches, including a vessel sink and updated tile flooring. The kitchen offers plenty of opportunity—functional as-is, but with enough square footage for a future redesign if an investor or homeowner wants to elevate it. A back entry/mudroom space adds convenience and everyday practicality. Outside, the large yard provides endless possibilities for gardening, entertaining, pets, or future expansion. A detached 2-car garage adds value. Whether you're looking for a move-in ready home at an affordable price point or a solid investment with sweat-equity upside, 1440 21st St offers both. Plenty of updates already complete, and plenty of opportunity still ahead.

1440 21st Street, Des Moines

$140,000
3 Beds 2 Baths 730832 MLS
Welcome to 1946 Franklin Ave, a home that’s been thoughtfully refreshed from top to bottom. Inside, you’ll find new flooring, new appliances, completely updated bathrooms and kitchen, accompanied by fresh paint, updated trim, and clean bright spaces throughout. The main level offers an open living area with new LVP flooring and natural light. The kitchen features brand-new appliances, fresh cabinetry, butcher-block counters, and plenty of room to cook and gather between the kitchen and dining area. A main-floor bedroom and new ¾ bath make daily living easy. Upstairs, two additional bedrooms sit next to a second renovated ¾ bath, each with new fixtures, vanities, showers, and flooring. The exterior has received its own attention: a modern paint refresh and a newly built front porch that gives the home instant curb appeal. A solid, cleanly updated home at this price point in Des Moines is tough to find—this one delivers value without the renovation headache.

1946 Franklin Avenue, Des Moines

$170,000
3 Beds 2 Baths 730727 MLS
Welcome to this 1.5-story home with 1,621 sq ft, 3 bedrooms & 2 full bathrooms. The main level includes a spacious living room, dining room, large kitchen, one bedroom, laundry, and a full bath, along with a large enclosed front porch for additional usable space. The second floor features two more bedrooms, another full bathroom, and built in cabinet storage. Recent updates include a newer roof, furnace replaced in 2023, newer water heater, several newer windows, & all appliances included. Plenty of storage space in the basement or finish it to create additional living space. Property also has a 2-car detached garage. This home needs a some TLC, but has a ton of potential! It would make a great investment property. All information obtained from public and seller records.

1352 E 12th Street, Des Moines

$195,000
2 Beds 1 Baths 729680 MLS
Welcome home to this charming Des Moines bungalow offering easy one-level living with modern updates and timeless character! Enjoy relaxing on the spacious front porch before stepping inside to find new flooring throughout, gorgeous original wood built-ins, and newer windows that fill the home with natural light. The updated kitchen features brand-new stainless steel appliances, while the stylish bathroom boasts a beautifully tiled shower. The lower level provides ample space for laundry and storage, and outside you'll love the new back deck overlooking a yard with a poured slab ready for a future garage. Conveniently located near local amenities and parks, this move-in ready home offers incredible value, all for under $200,000! All information obtained from seller and public records.

1141 Douglas Avenue, Des Moines

$219,900
3 Beds 1 Baths 729176 MLS
Welcome to a beautifully remodeled home in the heart of a desirable West Side of Beaverdale. Step inside in this charming 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom to find a bright and spacious living area with brand-new flooring and freshly painted walls. The fully updated kitchen features stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and plenty of cabinetry, perfect for both cooking and entertaining. The home offers spacious bedrooms, each filled with natural light. The master room fits a king size bed, loveseat couch, and more as your desire. A remodeled bathroom with a clean, contemporary design. Also a new roof, gutters and more interior and exterior updated, including a fire pit, 3 sheds, this home is as durable as it is beautiful that sits on a double lot. The finishes throughout, offering both modern amenities and classic appeal that whether you're a first-time buyer or looking for a well-maintained home with a stylish this home is a must-see. And the bonus is this home qualifies for Neighborhood Financing, which may include up to $10,000 in grants, and down payment assistance to build a new garage.

4115 51st Street, Des Moines

$624,900
4 Beds 3 Baths 725805 MLS
Looking for new-construction features w/the character of a Waterbury home on a treed lot? This is it! Nearly every inch of this 1939 home has been thoughtfully redone while preserving its original charm! Step inside the entryway that opens onto a spacious living room with a wood-burning fireplace and 2 sets of French doors opening to a screened-in porch! Formal dining room connects to flex space-ideal for office/playroom/ library. The all new kitchen is a true showstopper w/stylish blue cabinetry, white accent island, quartz and stone countertops and fresco tile backsplash-all new appliances stay! A walk-in pantry, sliding doors to the backyard, and access to the 2-car attached garage add convenience. Rounding out the main floor are one bedroom and an all new ¾ bath w/a full tile shower. Upstairs the primary suite is a true retreat w/a private deck, two walk-in closets, dressing room, and new en-suite ¾ bath w/double vanity and tiled shower. Two more bedrooms (one with fun play/storage nooks) and a full hall bath complete the 2nd level! Outside offers endless fun w/a tennis court now used for pickleball/patio/fire pit and bike park! Large garden just off tennis court and private front yard w/trees and extra parking for guests! A few recent updates include all new windows, full kitchen remodel, 3 new baths, added main floor office, added 3rd bedroom upstairs, 2 new HVAC systems, all new electrical/plumbing and more! $244,000 of Tax Abatement thru 2032! Must see to appreciate!

686 63rd Street, Des Moines

$495,000
5 Beds 3 Baths 708076 MLS
This stunning all-brick home blends timeless charm with modern updates and is currently priced $25,000 below August 2025 appraisal—an incredible value you don’t want to miss. The original woodwork and detailing throughout were once described as “far surpassing any of the houses” remodeled or flipped nearby—and it’s true. If you value authentic quality and tasteful historic character over painted reproduction flash, this home will speak to your soul. This property has never been flipped—it’s been lovingly preserved. Every update has been done purposefully and with respect for its heritage. The gleaming hardwood floors, Edison light fixtures, and stunning stained-glass window remain intact, celebrating the home’s old-world charm. The remodeled kitchen provides modern function while honoring its vintage roots. The finished attic is a peaceful retreat that can be a primary or teenagers dream space.. A 3-season room opens to the fenced backyard, and the original carriage house has been converted to a 3-car garage with loft storage. The fireplace has been updated with gas logs, retaining its historical centerpiece. Set in a diverse, welcoming neighborhood near Drake University, this home has truly stood the test of time—offering a rare chance to own genuine craftsmanship in a world of quick makeovers.

1080 31st Street, Des Moines