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    Duplex with Two-Car Garage
    Updated: Oct 22
    Duplex with Two-Car Garage

    3001 30th Street, Des Moines, IA 50310

    $225,000
    1,196 sqft 0.23 AC lot
    Two homes on a 0.23‑acre lot, totaling 1,196 square feet
    Main residence: 716 square feet, two bedrooms, and one full bathroom
    Second residence: 480 square feet, one bedroom, and one three‑quarter bathroom
    Shared two‑car garage connects to both homes via a covered breezeway
    Three‑season porch and basement with storage and laundry space
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    Duplex with Attached Garage
    Updated: Oct 22
    Duplex with Attached Garage

    234-236 Park Place, Des Moines, IA 50312

    $350,000
    1,669 sqft 0.21 AC lot
    Two units, each with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom
    1,669 square feet on a 0.213‑acre lot
    Two‑car attached garage
    Unfinished basement with in‑unit laundry
    Roof, gutters, siding, windows, and porch have been updated
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    Brick Ranch Duplex
    Brick Ranch Duplex

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

    $240,000
    1,536 sqft 0.55 AC lot

    Two-unit rental property with separate kitchens, living areas, off-street parking, and public utilities.

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    30-Unit Apartment Building
    30-Unit Apartment Building

    5555 Southwest 9th Street, Des Moines, IA 50315

    $1,650,000
    23,400 sqft 0.73 AC lot

    Three-story community with one- and two-bedroom floor plans, surface parking, and recent exterior improvements.

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    Mixed-Use Property with Two Buildings
    Mixed-Use Property with Two Buildings

    2312 Forest Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50311

    $200,000
    7,238 sqft 0.26 AC lot

    Two structures combine commercial space with residential redevelopment areas.

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    Four-Unit Apartment Building
    Four-Unit Apartment Building

    1240 32nd Street, Des Moines, IA 50311

    $349,900
    2,492 sqft 0.29 AC lot

    The apartment mix includes one- and two-bedroom layouts, with updated sewer and water lines.

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    Side-by-Side Quadplex Property
    Side-by-Side Quadplex Property

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

    $590,000
    3,499 sqft 0.67 AC lot

    Four residential units offer basement space, private outdoor areas, and shared driveway access in a consolidated configuration.

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    47-Unit Apartment Building
    47-Unit Apartment Building

    3830 6th Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50313

    $2,650,000
    34,550 sqft

    Two three-story buildings offer studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments with surface parking and functional layouts.

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    Updated Nine-Bedroom Duplex
    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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    Duplex with Unit Fireplaces
    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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    6-Unit Apartment Building
    6-Unit Apartment Building

    2600 Cottage Grove Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311

    $565,000
    4,320 sqft

    Six one-bedroom residences share basement laundry and storage, with refreshed interiors and outdoor yard areas.

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    Duplex with Updated Kitchens
    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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    Four-Unit Quadplex
    Four-Unit Quadplex

    1148 36th Street, Des Moines, IA 50311

    $290,000
    2,509 sqft 0.34 AC lot

    R-3-zoned property with a mix of one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments.

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    Side-by-Side Duplex Portfolio
    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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    Updated Duplex with Walk-Out Basement
    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 Outdoor Space
    Updated Duplex with Outdoor Space

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

    $240,000
    928 sqft 0.17 AC lot

    Two separately entered residences include kitchens, dining areas, off-street parking, and private exterior areas.

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    Five-Unit Victorian Apartment Building
    Five-Unit Victorian Apartment Building

    3400 Ravina Dr, Des Moines, IA 50313

    $185,000
    4,067 sqft 0.37 AC lot

    Historic converted residence with original architectural details, multiple utility meters, garages, and renovation needs.

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    Side-by-Side Quadplex
    Side-by-Side Quadplex

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

    $550,000
    3,499 sqft 0.28 AC lot

    Two duplex buildings provide four rental units with walkout basements, spacious backyards, and functional floor plans.

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    Side-by-Side Duplex Portfolio
    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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    Two-Unit Duplex with Off-Street Parking
    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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    Updated Duplex with Two-Car Garage
    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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    Five-Unit Victorian Apartment Building
    Five-Unit Victorian Apartment Building

    3400 Ravina Drive, Des Moines, IA 50313

    $185,000
    4,067 sqft 0.37 AC lot

    Historic multifamily property with preserved architectural features, multiple garages, and a mix of updated and unfinished units.

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    8-Duplex Residential Portfolio
    8-Duplex Residential Portfolio

    2895 Boston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310

    $1,599,000
    1,500 sqft

    The duplexes include unfinished basements and washer/dryer hookups in each unit.

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    Duplex with Fenced Yard
    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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    Des Moines, IA Residential Income Properties Market Trends and Statistics

    Explore 100 residential income properties for sale in Des Moines, IA, showcased through 100 active listings on our real estate platform. These investment opportunities span a total of 461,550 square feet of properties for sale, with an estimated market value of $41,107,449.

    Sale prices for residential investment properties in Des Moines, IA start at $142,500, averaging $467,130, and reaching up to $5,500,000 — 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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    Commercial property segments ranked by active listings on the market

    Multifamily properties 101
    Duplexes 49
    Apartment buildings 32
    Quadplexes 12
    Triplexes 3

    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
    50311 $255K
    50320 $255.8K
    50317 $296.2K
    50316 $312K
    50314 $414K

    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 100,000+ square foot range.

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    • 50309
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    Pennie Carroll & Assoc
    3232 Hubbell Avenue Des Moines, IA 50317
    Phone: (515) 967-3544
    www.penniecarroll.com/
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