Des Moines, IA Duplexes for Sale

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Updated: Sep 17

Brick Ranch Duplex

3920-3922 E 38th Street, Des Moines, IA 50317

$240,000

1,536 sqft 0.55 AC lot

Two‑unit duplex with 1,536 square feet
0.551‑acre lot at 3920‑3922 E 38th Street, Des Moines, IA 50317
Built in 1973 with ranch‑style design and brick construction
Each unit includes its own kitchen and living space
Central air and natural gas forced‑air heat

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Updated Duplex with Outdoor Space

2024-2026 E Caulder Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50320

$240,000

928 sqft 0.17 AC lot

Two 2‑bedroom, 1‑bath units with separate entrances
928 square feet on a 0.1722‑acre lot
Select updates include LVP‑style flooring, cabinetry, and bathroom finishes
Off‑street parking, fenced yard, upper deck, and lower patio
Forced‑air natural gas heating and central air

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Updated Nine-Bedroom Duplex

2525 51st Street, Des Moines, IA 50310

$425,000

4,135 sqft 0.49 AC lot

Two residential units offer refreshed interiors, separate driveways, and access to a detached garage.

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Side-by-Side Duplex Portfolio

801 & 807 E Mckinley Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

$550,000

3,499 sqft

Four three-bedroom units feature finished basements, walkout access, and private outdoor areas near daily amenities.

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Duplex with Unit Fireplaces

1317 Randall Place, Des Moines, IA 50311

$365,000

2,274 sqft 0.22 AC lot

Two separate residences provide matching two-bedroom layouts, finished lower levels, and updated interiors.

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Two-Unit Duplex with Off-Street Parking

3905 8th Street, Des Moines, IA 50313

$164,900

1,214 sqft 0.15 AC lot

Ranch-style duplex with public utilities and a rental certificate issued this year.

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Duplex with Updated Kitchens

4703 Valdez Drive, Des Moines, IA 50310

$280,000

1,562 sqft 0.23 AC lot

Two residences occupy a Des Moines parcel with a sizable yard and landscaped grounds.

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Side-by-Side Duplex Portfolio

707 & 715 E Mckinley Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

$590,000

3,499 sqft

Two adjacent duplexes provide four rental units with walkout basements and spacious backyards.

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Duplex with Finished Attic

1175 21st Street, Des Moines, IA 50311

$199,900

1,842 sqft 0.21 AC lot

Two units provide different bedroom and bathroom layouts, with laundry access in the basement and hookups upstairs.

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Updated Duplex with Walk-Out Basement

121 E Watrous Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50315

$275,000

1,408 sqft 0.22 AC lot

Ranch-style two-unit property with refreshed finishes, private yard, and public water and sewer service.

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Updated Duplex with Two-Car Garage

2525 51st St, Des Moines, IA 50310

$425,000

4,135 sqft

Two separate driveways and refreshed interiors provide practical functionality across both units.

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Duplex with Fenced Yard

2801 & 2803 SE 19th Street, Des Moines, IA 50320

$300,000

1,040 sqft 0.12 AC lot

The home includes a patio, garage parking, and a privacy-fenced backyard.

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Updated Two-Unit Duplex

2940 Brattleboro Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50311

$265,000

2,142 sqft 0.15 AC lot

Two residences offer three bedrooms, private parking, in-unit laundry, and refreshed interior finishes.

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Split-Foyer Duplex with Patio

2801 & 2803 Se 19th St, Des Moines, IA 50320

$300,000

554 sqft

Two-level duplex with a fenced backyard, patio access, and included household appliances.

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Occupied Two-Unit Duplex

1161 21st Street, Des Moines, IA 50311

$164,900

2,214 sqft 0.15 AC lot

Both units have long-term occupants, separate utility meters, and public water and sewer service.

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Updated Two-Unit Duplex

1355 24th Street, Des Moines, IA 50311

$250,000

2,064 sqft 0.18 AC lot

Occupied duplex near Drake University with separate layouts, in-unit laundry, and detached garage parking.

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Updated Duplex with Walk-Out Basement

121 E Watrous Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

$275,000

1,408 sqft

Two residential units offer low-maintenance flooring, private outdoor space, and convenient access to Des Moines amenities.

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Walkout Duplex with Recent Updates

815 E Mckinley Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50315

$290,000

1,856 sqft 0.24 AC lot

Two-unit property with central air, forced-air heating, and public water and sewer service.

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Duplex with Unfinished Basements

2825 54th St, Des Moines, IA 50310

$284,900

1,493 sqft

Both residences include two bedrooms, a full bath, and a private paved driveway.

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Duplex with Garage

4021 6th Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50313

$195,000

1,387 sqft 0.15 AC lot

Separate entrances serve a one-bedroom main-floor residence and a two-bedroom upper residence.

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Updated Duplex With Two-Car Garage

1019 /1021 Kirkwood Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

$175,000

1,586 sqft

Two-unit property with included appliances, separate living arrangements, and recent major system improvements.

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Walkout Duplex with Updated Roof

1022 Mckinley Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50315

$275,000

1,944 sqft 0.24 AC lot

Two leased units feature central air, public utilities, and tenant-paid lawn care, snow removal, and utility service.

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All-Brick Duplex with Garage

1000 Hoffman Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316

$280,000

1,404 sqft

Two-unit property with finished lower-level space and a detached garage.

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Walkout Basement Duplex

612 Mckinley Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50315

$280,000

2,016 sqft 0.23 AC lot

Two leased units feature separate utility responsibility, updated systems, and access to shared outdoor space.

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Des Moines, IA Duplexes Market Trends and Statistics

Explore 49 duplexes for sale in Des Moines, IA, showcased through 49 active listings on our real estate platform. These investment opportunities span a total of 84,845 square feet of properties for sale, with an estimated market value of $12,481,690.

Sale prices for two-family homes in Des Moines, IA start at $142,500, averaging $265,567, and reaching up to $590,000 — offering options for a variety of budgets and business needs. Daily updated analytics ensure you stay ahead with the latest data and market trends.

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Demographics Overview

Population 306K

Population Growth (5Y) +2.6%

Median Household Income $80,154

College Educated 12.6%

High-Yield Neighborhoods for Investment

Identify Des Moines submarkets with the highest inventory density on the market and evaluate the average listing prices of real estate assets

Neighborhood	Average Price
50314	$188.8K
50313	$196.6K
50311	$246K
50320	$255.8K
50317	$263.3K

Taxes & Financing

Tax Rate (average for all types) 3.09%

Property Tax per SF $42.10 per SF

Tax Rate vs County Average 0.49 pp above county avg

Average Loan-to-Value 65.0%

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The majority of commercial real estate listings in Des Moines fall within the 100,000+ square foot range.

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Des Moines, IA Duplexes for Sale

3920-3922 E 38th Street, Des Moines, IA 50317

2024-2026 E Caulder Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50320

2525 51st Street, Des Moines, IA 50310

801 & 807 E Mckinley Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

1317 Randall Place, Des Moines, IA 50311

3905 8th Street, Des Moines, IA 50313

4703 Valdez Drive, Des Moines, IA 50310

707 & 715 E Mckinley Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

1175 21st Street, Des Moines, IA 50311

121 E Watrous Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50315

2525 51st St, Des Moines, IA 50310

2801 & 2803 SE 19th Street, Des Moines, IA 50320

2940 Brattleboro Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50311

2801 & 2803 Se 19th St, Des Moines, IA 50320

1161 21st Street, Des Moines, IA 50311

1355 24th Street, Des Moines, IA 50311

121 E Watrous Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

815 E Mckinley Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50315

2825 54th St, Des Moines, IA 50310

4021 6th Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50313

1019 /1021 Kirkwood Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

1022 Mckinley Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50315

1000 Hoffman Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316

612 Mckinley Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50315

Des Moines, IA Duplexes Market Trends and Statistics

Top Commercial Asset Segments

Demographics Overview

High-Yield Neighborhoods for Investment

Taxes & Financing

Listings Trend

Total CRE Inventory on Market (SF)

Average Property Price per SF

Residential Income

Property Size Breakdown

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