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Des Moines, IA Waterfront Land for Sale

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Ocean View Development Opportunity
Updated: Jun 12
Ocean View Development Opportunity

Des Moines, IA 50309

$2,000,000
6.18 AC lot
Rare ocean view property in the desirable Playa Avellanas area.
Large 2.5‑hectare (25,000 SQM) land parcel offering development versatility.
Stunning panoramic ocean views spanning multiple beaches (Tamarindo, Langosta, Hacienda Pinilla, Avellanas, Lagartillo).
Features two large terraces with breathtaking views and a private hill.
Located 2 kilometers from the white sands of Playa Avellanas.
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Riverfront Agricultural Farm
Updated: Sep 3
Riverfront Agricultural Farm

4900 E Watrous Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320

$800,168
87.45 deeded acres in Polk County
Approximately 74 FSA tillable acres
Average CSR2 rating of 86
Des Moines River frontage with timber and water resources
Hard‑surface road access
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Based on your search, we've compiled 6 Potential Opportunities for your consideration. Besides 2 Active listings in Des Moines, IA, we suggest exploring several alternatives: 4 properties in Nearby Cities

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Here are 4 Similar properties we found in Nearby Locations for your consideration.

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Land

6825 NW 100th St, Johnston, IA 50131

$450,000
111,575 sqft

Waterfront Land · 111,575 SF

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Waterfront Land Parcel with Pond
Waterfront Land Parcel with Pond

6825 NW 100th Street, Johnston, IA 50131

$450,000
2.56 AC lot

Nearly 3 acres of residentially zoned land with mature trees and established pond waterfront, plus a detached garage.

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Land/Lot

1260 Arbor Woods Dr, Pleasant Hill, IA 50327

$120,000

Residential land & home lots

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Waterfront Lot with Lake Access
Waterfront Lot with Lake Access

1063 Arbor Woods Dr, Pleasant Hill, IA 50327

$85,000

Buildable lot in Arbor Lake with timbered surroundings and access to a 7-acre private lake for recreation.

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Des Moines, IA Waterfront Land Market Trends and Statistics

Explore 2 waterfront land for sale in Des Moines, IA on our real estate platform. These investment opportunities span a total of 269,201 square feet of properties for sale, with an estimated market value of $2,800,168.

Sale prices for water rights properties in Des Moines, IA start at $800,168, averaging $1,400,084, and reaching up to $2,000,000 — 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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Top Commercial Asset Segments

Commercial property segments ranked by active listings on the market

Residential land & home lots 108
Commercial land 78
Industrial land 16
Agricultural land / Farmland 4
Waterfront Land 2

Demographics Overview

Population 306K
Population Growth (5Y) +2.6%
Median Household Income $80,154
College Educated 12.6%

High-Yield Neighborhoods for Investment

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50309 $2M

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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Property Size Breakdown

The majority of commercial real estate listings in Des Moines fall within the 1 to 5 acres range.

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