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Come see this three-bedroom, one-bathroom bungalow home! Located in a quiet neighborhood & conveniently located a few blocks from the City of Urbandale allowing for easy access to shopping malls and restaurants. The home is nestled on a large lot, which could be perfect for gardening or entertainment. Its inviting front porch could be a great spot to relax and enjoy the view. Upon entering the home, you'll be greeted by a well-sized living room that seamlessly transitions into the dining area and kitchen. Next to the kitchen you will find another area that can also be used as a formal dining room or as a bedroom, which leads into the back room/porch and basement area. In the lower lev

$189,000

3 beds1 bath896 sq ft

3016 61st St, Des Moines, IA 50322

Inviting front porch • Recent renovations • Large lot

NEW 37 MINS AGO

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Cheap Home for sale in Des Moines, IA:
Don’t miss this spacious 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom home in a fantastic Des Moines location! The finished basement offers approximately 900 finished square feet per the seller, bringing the total finished living space to over 2,100 square feet. You’ll also find a nonconforming 4th bedroom with an egress window and a third full bathroom, providing extra flexibility for guests, a home office, or additional living space. Enjoy being conveniently located near Easter Lake, Cownie Sports Complex, and downtown Des Moines. With plenty of finished space and a location that’s hard to beat, this home is one you won’t want to miss. Call today to schedule your private tour!

$300,000

3 beds3 baths1,270 sq ft

2523 River Meadows Dr, Des Moines, IA 50320

Third full bathroom • Finished basement • Egress window

NEW 54 MINS AGO

ABOUT THIS HOME
Cheap Home for sale in Des Moines, IA:
This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home sits on a spacious corner lot with mature trees and a fenced backyard. The property features an oversized detached 2-car garage, hardwood floors on the main level, built-in shelving, and a formal dining room. A 3-season room provides additional space to enjoy views of the backyard. Located in the Lower Beaver area, the home is near shopping, schools, and bus routes. With a generous lot and established features, this property offers an opportunity for buyers looking to make a home their own. Reserved items: Kitchen refrigerator and deep freezer.

$240,000

3 beds2 baths1,134 sq ft

4101 Rose Hedge Dr, Des Moines, IA 50310

Formal dining room • Fenced backyard • Built-in shelving

NEW 1 HR AGOFLOOR PLAN

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Cheap Home for sale in Des Moines, IA:
Charming brick home with amazing updates! Stunning kitchen and main floor bathroom professionally remodeled by AIM Kitchen and Bath. Dining area, living room, and two bedrooms finish off the main floor space. Finished attic with full bathroom has it's own mini-split for heating and cooling comfort year round. Functional basement space is clean and usable with radon mitigation and waterproofing for your peace of mind. Attached garage and new driveway. Treed back yard provides a peaceful retreat. All of the work has been done to make this a home you will be proud to call your own!

$250,000

3 beds2 baths1,313 sq ft

1008 Herold Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

Finished attic • Radon mitigation • Kitchen remodeled

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ABOUT THIS HOME
Cheap Home for sale in Des Moines, IA:
Welcome to this charming 1.5-story home on Des Moines' south side! Inside, you'll find 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Outside, enjoy a private fenced- in yard, and a 2-car detached garage for added convenience. Full basement with plenty of storage space, including a multi purpose bonus room. Come take a look today!

$180,000

3 beds2 baths1,451 sq ft

609 Gray St, Des Moines, IA 50315

Full basement • 6,400 sq ft lot • 2 garage spots

Property at 309 E Granger Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$380,000

3 beds2.5 baths1,801 sq ft

309 E Granger Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

Property at 1229 9th St, Des Moines, IA 50314, 5 beds, 2 baths

$34,900

5 beds2 baths2,516 sq ft

1229 9th St, Des Moines, IA 50314

Property at 3707 SW 37th St, Des Moines, IA 50321, 5 beds, 2.5 baths

$375,000

5 beds2.5 baths2,184 sq ft

3707 SW 37th St, Des Moines, IA 50321

Property at 1206 Southlawn Dr, Des Moines, IA 50315, 4 beds, 2 baths

$219,900

4 beds2 baths864 sq ft

1206 Southlawn Dr, Des Moines, IA 50315

Property at 4307 E Oakwood Dr, Pleasant Hill, IA 50327, 3 beds, 2 baths

$189,900

3 beds2 baths1,512 sq ft

4307 E Oakwood Dr, Pleasant Hill, IA 50327

Property at 3902 1st St, Des Moines, IA 50313, 1 bed, 1 bath

$154,900

1 bed1 bath888 sq ft

3902 1st St, Des Moines, IA 50313

Property at 3620 49th St, Des Moines, IA 50310, 2 beds, 1 bath

$125,000

2 beds1 bath912 sq ft

3620 49th St, Des Moines, IA 50310

Property at 710 Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313, 2 beds, 2 baths

$164,900

2 beds2 baths976 sq ft

710 Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313

Property at 3101 4th St, Des Moines, IA 50313, 3 beds, 1 bath

$204,000

3 beds1 bath1,300 sq ft

3101 4th St, Des Moines, IA 50313

Property at 5501 Westwood Dr, Des Moines, IA 50312, 3 beds, 2 baths

$335,000

3 beds2 baths1,436 sq ft

5501 Westwood Dr, Des Moines, IA 50312

Property at 1424 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50311, 5 beds, 1.5 baths

$260,000

5 beds1.5 baths1,888 sq ft

1424 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50311

Property at 1300 46th St, Des Moines, IA 50311, 4 beds, 1.5 baths

$199,900

4 beds1.5 baths1,895 sq ft

1300 46th St, Des Moines, IA 50311

Property at 2620 Arnold Rd, Des Moines, IA 50310, 4 beds, 2 baths

$250,000

4 beds2 baths1,343 sq ft

2620 Arnold Rd, Des Moines, IA 50310

Property at 2128 Willowmere Dr, Des Moines, IA 50321, 2 beds, 1 bath

$229,000

2 beds1 bath1,000 sq ft

2128 Willowmere Dr, Des Moines, IA 50321

Property at 1412 Dixon St, Des Moines, IA 50316, 3 beds, 1.5 baths

$177,500

3 beds1.5 baths1,172 sq ft

1412 Dixon St, Des Moines, IA 50316

Property at 1121 Porter Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315, 3 beds, 2 baths

$275,000

3 beds2 baths1,148 sq ft

1121 Porter Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

Property at 3728 SE 10th St, Des Moines, IA 50315, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$270,000

3 beds2.5 baths1,224 sq ft

3728 SE 10th St, Des Moines, IA 50315

Property at 328 E Edison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315, 3 beds, 1 bath

$50,000

3 beds1 bath936 sq ft

328 E Edison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

Property at 2740 Bennett Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310, 3 beds, 2 baths

$180,000

3 beds2 baths944 sq ft

2740 Bennett Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310

Property at 2730 Hubbell Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317, 3 beds, 1 bath

$175,000

3 beds1 bath1,530 sq ft

2730 Hubbell Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317

Property at 131 Hartford Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$240,000

3 beds2.5 baths1,172 sq ft

131 Hartford Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

Property at 1517 Osceola Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316, 3 beds, 1 bath

$200,000

3 beds1 bath1,225 sq ft

1517 Osceola Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316

Property at 3512 SE 19th St, Des Moines, IA 50320, 3 beds, 3 baths

$289,900

3 beds3 baths1,296 sq ft

3512 SE 19th St, Des Moines, IA 50320

Property at 3100 SW 12th Pl, Des Moines, IA 50315, 3 beds, 1 bath

$157,900

3 beds1 bath968 sq ft

3100 SW 12th Pl, Des Moines, IA 50315

Property at 3516 37th St, Des Moines, IA 50310, 2 beds, 1 bath

$189,900

2 beds1 bath816 sq ft

3516 37th St, Des Moines, IA 50310

Property at 2523 SE 8th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50315, 2 beds, 1 bath

$189,900

2 beds1 bath875 sq ft

2523 SE 8th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50315

Property at 2632 E Sheridan Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317, 3 beds, 2 baths

$199,900

3 beds2 baths826 sq ft

2632 E Sheridan Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317

Property at 3007 Center St, Des Moines, IA 50312, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$250,000

3 beds2.5 baths1,366 sq ft

3007 Center St, Des Moines, IA 50312

Property at 1127 59th St, Des Moines, IA 50311, 3 beds, 1 bath

$160,000

3 beds1 bath1,200 sq ft

1127 59th St, Des Moines, IA 50311

Property at 35 Hillside Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315, 2 beds, 1 bath

$123,900

2 beds1 bath624 sq ft

35 Hillside Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

Property at 1000 E Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315, 3 beds, 1 bath

$225,000

3 beds1 bath954 sq ft

1000 E Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

Property at 322 E Edison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315, 2 beds, 1 bath

$40,000

2 beds1 bath1,036 sq ft

322 E Edison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

Property at 4016 10th St, Des Moines, IA 50313, 2 beds, 2 baths

$199,900

2 beds2 baths872 sq ft

4016 10th St, Des Moines, IA 50313

Property at 2717 57th St, Des Moines, IA 50310, 3 beds, 2 baths

$200,000

3 beds2 baths1,008 sq ft

2717 57th St, Des Moines, IA 50310

Property at 119 4th St #207, Des Moines, IA 50309, 2 beds, 2 baths

$294,900

2 beds2 baths1,392 sq ft

119 4th St #207, Des Moines, IA 50309

Property at 4115 E 28th St, Des Moines, IA 50317, 3 beds, 1 bath

$129,900

3 beds1 bath945 sq ft

4115 E 28th St, Des Moines, IA 50317

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Cheap Homes for Sale in Des Moines

There are currently 1002 cheap homes for sale in Des Moines at a median listing price of $229K. 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 Valley Junction, Sherman Hill, Waterbury, Beaverdale, and Downtown Des Moines. This map is refreshed with the newest listings in Des Moines every 15 minutes.

In the past month, 200 homes have been sold in Des Moines. In addition to houses in Des Moines, there were also 183 condos, 25 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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