Homes with Basements for Sale in Des Moines, IA

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Home with Basement for sale in Des Moines, IA:
Welcome home to this beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offering 1,754 finished square feet of move-in-ready living space! The main level features new LVP flooring throughout + carpet in the two generous living rooms perfect for entertaining or everyday living, and a fully refreshed kitchen with new countertops, sink, faucet, and all-new appliances. The master suite connects directly to the fully remodeled main bathroom and opens onto a private walkout deck - perfect for morning coffee or unwinding after a long day. The lower level adds 365 finished square feet with LVP, a ¾ bath, and a flexible space that works equally well as a fourth bedroom, private guest suite, or th

$249,900

4 beds2 baths1,389 sq ft

1431 Frazier Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

Flexible space • Private walkout deck • New lvp flooring

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Home with Basement for sale in Des Moines, IA:
Welcome to this charming 1926 1.5-story home in the heart of Beaverdale! Full of timeless character and thoughtful updates, this 3-bedroom, 1 full bath, and 3/4 lower level bath home offers the perfect blend of classic appeal and modern comfort. Original charm shines throughout, while the recently refreshed flooring/carpet, paint, and remodeled full bath are perfectly aligned. Walk-in the front door to a large family room with fireplace, eat-in kitchen area, and spacious kitchen. Sit and have coffee on the cute patio right off the eat-in area. Kitchen has lots of cabinets and great counter space w/ pantry. Main level bedrooms are both spacious and the remodeled full bathroom has glass showe

$275,000

3 beds2 baths1,340 sq ft

3800 Washington Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310

Large family room • Eat-in kitchen area • Thoughtful updates

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Home with Basement for sale in Des Moines, IA:
This is a great opportunity to own a solid home with many of the larger-ticket items already addressed! The property offers plenty of potential to add your own personal touches and make it your own. The lower level features two non-conforming bedrooms along with additional space for hobbies, storage, or whatever suits your needs. Situated on nearly 1/3 acre, the spacious yard provides room for outdoor living, gardening, entertaining, or simply enjoying your own private space. The home does have some cosmetic updates needed and is being sold AS-IS. The seller is also offering a $3,000 credit toward bathroom updates. If you're looking for a home with solid updates already completed and room t

$180,000

3 beds1 bath960 sq ft

36 E Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

Spacious yard • Private space • Hobby space

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Home with Basement for sale in Des Moines, IA:
If you've been searching for a home that offers updated finishes without losing its original character, this 3-bedroom beauty delivers on every front. From the moment you arrive, the prominent corner lot near Union Park set a welcoming tone. Inside, crisp new paint and fresh flooring highlight classic architectural details and rich interior woodwork. The formal dining room flows effortlessly into an updated kitchen featuring a charming built-in cabinet. Sip your morning coffee protected from the elements in the enclosed patio off the living area. Upstairs you will find an updated bath and three bedrooms plus a couple of nooks for storage. Electrical was updated in Spring 2026. Step outsi

$190,000

3 beds1 bath1,691 sq ft

700 Arthur Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316

Fresh flooring • Updated bath • Built-in cabinet

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$599,900

4 beds2.5 baths2,583 sq ft

821 16th St, Des Moines, IA 50314

Tall windows • Douglas fir trim • New foundation

Property at 1010 Frederick Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315, 5 beds, 5.5 baths

$599,900

5 beds5.5 baths2,680 sq ft

1010 Frederick Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

Property at 1508 Southlawn Dr, Des Moines, IA 50315, 3 beds, 1 bath

$168,000

3 beds1 bath884 sq ft

1508 Southlawn Dr, Des Moines, IA 50315

Property at 2214 50th St, Des Moines, IA 50310, 3 beds, 1.5 baths

$252,000

3 beds1.5 baths1,114 sq ft

2214 50th St, Des Moines, IA 50310

Property at 504 Wall Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315, 3 beds, 3 baths

$260,000

3 beds3 baths1,080 sq ft

504 Wall Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

Property at 3907 SE 3rd St, Des Moines, IA 50315, 3 beds, 2 baths

$195,000

3 beds2 baths876 sq ft

3907 SE 3rd St, Des Moines, IA 50315

Property at 1826 57th St, Des Moines, IA 50310, 2 beds, 1 bath

$225,500

2 beds1 bath746 sq ft

1826 57th St, Des Moines, IA 50310

Property at 1543 33rd St, Des Moines, IA 50311, 3 beds, 1 bath

$122,000

3 beds1 bath1,011 sq ft

1543 33rd St, Des Moines, IA 50311

Property at 3207 Maish Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321, 4 beds, 2 baths

$280,000

4 beds2 baths1,030 sq ft

3207 Maish Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321

Property at 1134 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50311, 4 beds, 1.5 baths

$434,000

4 beds1.5 baths2,241 sq ft

1134 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50311

Property at 1079 36th St, Des Moines, IA 50311, 2 beds, 1 bath

$232,000

2 beds1 bath1,020 sq ft

1079 36th St, Des Moines, IA 50311

Property at 2102 55th St, Des Moines, IA 50310, 3 beds, 1.5 baths

$249,999

3 beds1.5 baths1,355 sq ft

2102 55th St, Des Moines, IA 50310

Property at 424 Virginia Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315, 3 beds, 2 baths

$324,900

3 beds2 baths1,700 sq ft

424 Virginia Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

Property at 4108 3rd St, Des Moines, IA 50313, 3 beds, 1 bath

$187,499

3 beds1 bath1,103 sq ft

4108 3rd St, Des Moines, IA 50313

Property at 2055 E Leland Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320, 3 beds, 2 baths

$375,000

3 beds2 baths1,138 sq ft

2055 E Leland Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320

Property at 2416 River Meadows Dr, Des Moines, IA 50320, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$299,000

3 beds2.5 baths1,364 sq ft

2416 River Meadows Dr, Des Moines, IA 50320

Property at 2228 Lyon St, Des Moines, IA 50317, 4 beds, 2 baths

$219,900

4 beds2 baths860 sq ft

2228 Lyon St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Property at 2906 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA 50310, 3 beds, 1 bath

$215,500

3 beds1 bath1,026 sq ft

2906 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA 50310

Property at 2611 Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$299,900

3 beds2.5 baths1,679 sq ft

2611 Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321

Property at 714 31st St, Des Moines, IA 50312, 3 beds, 1.5 baths

$247,900

3 beds1.5 baths1,384 sq ft

714 31st St, Des Moines, IA 50312

Property at 1608 32nd St, Des Moines, IA 50311, 2 beds, 1 bath

$159,000

2 beds1 bath1,140 sq ft

1608 32nd St, Des Moines, IA 50311

Property at 2011 64th St, Windsor Heights, IA 50324, 4 beds, 2.5 baths

$269,000

4 beds2.5 baths1,224 sq ft

2011 64th St, Windsor Heights, IA 50324

Property at 3120 Garfield Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317, 2 beds, 2 baths

$129,900

2 beds2 baths640 sq ft

3120 Garfield Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317

Property at 1104 57th St, Des Moines, IA 50311, 3 beds, 1.5 baths

$289,000

3 beds1.5 baths1,475 sq ft

1104 57th St, Des Moines, IA 50311

Property at 234 58th St, Des Moines, IA 50312, 4 beds, 2 baths

$269,900

4 beds2 baths1,229 sq ft

234 58th St, Des Moines, IA 50312

Property at 4320 Shoreline Dr, Pleasant Hill, IA 50327, 2 beds, 2 baths

$259,000

2 beds2 baths1,038 sq ft

4320 Shoreline Dr, Pleasant Hill, IA 50327

Property at 3300 Elmwood Dr, Des Moines, IA 50312, 3 beds, 3 baths

$575,000

3 beds3 baths2,088 sq ft

3300 Elmwood Dr, Des Moines, IA 50312

Property at 2420 E 37th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317, 3 beds, 1 bath

$130,000

3 beds1 bath1,050 sq ft

2420 E 37th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317

Property at 3932 E Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317, 3 beds, 2 baths

$244,900

3 beds2 baths988 sq ft

3932 E Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317

Property at 1436 46th St, Des Moines, IA 50311, 3 beds, 1 bath

$269,900

3 beds1 bath1,536 sq ft

1436 46th St, Des Moines, IA 50311

Property at 2709 E 37th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317, 4 beds, 1 bath

$205,000

4 beds1 bath1,454 sq ft

2709 E 37th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317

Property at 4029 Ashby Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310, 4 beds, 2.5 baths

$412,000

4 beds2.5 baths2,573 sq ft

4029 Ashby Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310

Property at 2525 27th St, Des Moines, IA 50310, 3 beds, 1 bath

$209,000

3 beds1 bath864 sq ft

2525 27th St, Des Moines, IA 50310

Property at 3129 SW 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50315, 2 beds, 1 bath

$200,000

2 beds1 bath831 sq ft

3129 SW 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50315

Property at 3714 Amherst St, Des Moines, IA 50313, 2 beds, 2 baths

$210,000

2 beds2 baths985 sq ft

3714 Amherst St, Des Moines, IA 50313

Property at 1004 E Washington Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316, 3 beds, 1.5 baths

$134,900

3 beds1.5 baths1,386 sq ft

1004 E Washington Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316

Property at 205 Philip St, Des Moines, IA 50315, 2 beds, 1 bath

$153,900

2 beds1 bath720 sq ft

205 Philip St, Des Moines, IA 50315

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Homes with Basements for Sale in Des Moines

There are currently 750 homes with basements for sale in Des Moines at a median listing price of $230K. Some of these homes are "Hot Homes," meaning they're likely to sell quickly. Most homes for sale in Des Moines stay on the market for 62 days. Popular neighborhoods include Sherman Hill, Valley Junction, Waterbury, Beaverdale, and Downtown Des Moines. This map is refreshed with the newest listings in Des Moines every 15 minutes.

In the past month, 197 homes have been sold in Des Moines. In addition to houses in Des Moines, there were also 174 condos, 30 townhouses, and 2 multi-family units for sale in Des Moines last month. Des Moines is a minimally walkable city in Polk County with a Walk Score of 45. Des Moines is home to approximately 203,107 people and 138,466 jobs. Find your dream home in Des Moines using the tools above. Use filters to narrow your search by price, square feet, beds, and baths to find homes that fit your criteria. Our top-rated real estate agents in Des Moines are local experts and are ready to answer your questions about properties, neighborhoods, schools, and the newest listings for sale in Des Moines. Our Des Moines real estate stats and trends will give you more information about home buying and selling trends in Des Moines. If you're looking to sell your home in the Des Moines area, our listing agents can help you get the best price. Redfin is redefining real estate and the home buying process in Des Moines with industry-leading technology, full-service agents, and lower fees that provide a better value for Redfin buyers and sellers.

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