Homes for sale under $400k in Des Moines, IA

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Homes for sale under $400k in Des Moines, IA
Welcome home to this split-level in the desirable Easter Lake area, located within the Carlisle School District on Des Moines SE Side. This 3-bedroom, 3-bath home offers a thoughtful layout with enjoyable living spaces. Upon entering, you're greeted by a great space for dining that flows seamlessly into the kitchen. Just a few steps down, the inviting family room provides space to relax or entertain. Upstairs, you'll find three bedrooms, offering privacy from the main living area, with the owners suite featuring an attached 3/4 bathroom. The finished basement adds even more living space, ideal for a guest room or rec space. Enjoy the fully fenced backyard featuring a fantastic Kalona Mini S

$272,400

3 beds2.5 baths1,364 sq ft

3010 E Diehl Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320

Finished basement • 7,669 sq ft lot • 2 garage spots

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Homes for sale under $400k in Des Moines, IA
Charming Tudor with Modern Updates & an Entertainers Backyard! Welcome to 3514 SW 12th St, a beautifully updated Tudor home that blends timeless character with thoughtful modern upgrades. You'll love the original woodwork, spacious layout, and inviting design throughout. The main floor features an updated kitchen with patio doors leading to a large deck and fully fenced backyard, complete with three patios, stadium lighting, and a DIY dog pool, perfect for entertaining! Inside, you'll find a formal dining room, a cozy living room, a versatile sunroom/bedroom with a shower, a home office, and a remodeled half bath. Upstairs offers two spacious bedrooms, walk-in closets, and updated b

$271,900

3 beds4 baths1,467 sq ft

3514 SW 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50315

Large deck • Diy dog pool • Updated kitchen

READY TO BUILD

$271,000

3 beds2 baths1,210 sq ft

Broadway Plan, Des Moines, IA 50317

Pantry • Double vanity • Kitchen island

Listing provided by Zillow

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Homes for sale under $400k in Des Moines, IA
Amazing ranch home in the sweetest neighborhood! You will love the updates! Walk in and you will notice the spacious living room with fabulous natural light. The kitchen has been updated with bright cabinets, new countertops and SS appliances. The dining area off the kitchen is good sized and has sliders out to a large deck overlooking the nice back yard. The largest bedroom has a private 1/2 bath. There is a full bath and 2 additional bedrooms on the main level. The basement is finished with a large family room - a great place for play or entertaining. There is also a huge storage room and laundry space. The one car garage is good sized! Don't miss out on this sweet ranch easy living home.

$270,000

3 beds1.5 baths1,116 sq ft

3207 Vilura Pkwy, Des Moines, IA 50310

Large deck • Laundry space • Finished basement

ABOUT THIS HOME
Homes for sale under $400k in Des Moines, IA
Welcome to this completely updated contemporary home that seamlessly combines style and functionality! Enter to find tile and luxury vinyl flooring flowing effortlessly throughout, enhanced by premium quartz countertops and sleek modern appliances that would delight any chef. The main level includes three cozy bedrooms and a beautifully renovated bathroom featuring stylish light fixtures that add the perfect finishing touches. But that's not all! The fully finished basement provides an additional non-conforming bedroom and a spacious recreational room that's ideal for movie nights, game tournaments, or any entertainment you desire. The outdoor area truly stands out with a large covered p

$269,900

4 beds1 bath912 sq ft

3218 E 26th St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Renovated bathroom • Modern appliances • 7,500 sq ft lot

Property at 1273 E 18th St, Des Moines, IA 50316, 4 beds, 3.5 baths

$269,900

4 beds3.5 baths1,886 sq ft

1273 E 18th St, Des Moines, IA 50316

Property at 7000 Lake Ridge Ave #69, Des Moines, IA 50320, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$269,900

3 beds2.5 baths1,597 sq ft

7000 Lake Ridge Ave #69, Des Moines, IA 50320

Property at 1347 Forest Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314, 4 beds, 2 baths

$269,900

4 beds2 baths1,460 sq ft

1347 Forest Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314

Property at 7000 Lake Ridge Ave #70, Des Moines, IA 50320, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$269,900

3 beds2.5 baths1,597 sq ft

7000 Lake Ridge Ave #70, Des Moines, IA 50320

Property at 3117 Pleasant St, Des Moines, IA 50312, 3 beds, 2 baths

$269,900

3 beds2 baths1,429 sq ft

3117 Pleasant St, Des Moines, IA 50312

Property at 2708 68th St, Urbandale, IA 50322, 4 beds, 1.5 baths

$269,900

4 beds1.5 baths1,128 sq ft

2708 68th St, Urbandale, IA 50322

Property at 7000 Lake Hill Dr #74, Des Moines, IA 50320, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$269,900

3 beds2.5 baths1,597 sq ft

7000 Lake Hill Dr #74, Des Moines, IA 50320

Property at 710 31st St, Des Moines, IA 50312, 3 beds, 1 bath

$269,900

3 beds1 bath1,289 sq ft

710 31st St, Des Moines, IA 50312

Property at 343 58th St, Des Moines, IA 50312, 3 beds, 1 bath

$269,900

3 beds1 bath1,305 sq ft

343 58th St, Des Moines, IA 50312

Property at 1313 Burnham Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315, 3 beds, 1.5 baths

$269,900

3 beds1.5 baths1,196 sq ft

1313 Burnham Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

Property at 2552 Onawa St, Des Moines, IA 50317, 3 beds, 2 baths

$269,900

3 beds2 baths864 sq ft

2552 Onawa St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Property at 4140 Boyd St, Des Moines, IA 50317, 4 beds, 2 baths

$269,500

4 beds2 baths1,140 sq ft

4140 Boyd St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Property at 4015 39th Pl, Des Moines, IA 50310, 3 beds, 2 baths

$269,400

3 beds2 baths1,603 sq ft

4015 39th Pl, Des Moines, IA 50310

Property at 6750 NW 8th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50313, 3 beds, 1 bath

$269,000

3 beds1 bath1,212 sq ft

6750 NW 8th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50313

Property at 2118 37th St, Des Moines, IA 50310, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$269,000

3 beds2.5 baths1,850 sq ft

2118 37th St, Des Moines, IA 50310

Property at Fremont Plan, Des Moines, IA 50317, 3 beds, 2 baths

$268,000

3 beds2 baths1,321 sq ft

Fremont Plan, Des Moines, IA 50317

Listing provided by Zillow

Property at Fremont II Plan, Des Moines, IA 50317, 2 beds, 2 baths

$268,000

2 beds2 baths1,182 sq ft

Fremont II Plan, Des Moines, IA 50317

Listing provided by Zillow

Property at 3308 Crescent Dr, Des Moines, IA 50312, 3 beds, 1 bath

$267,500

3 beds1 bath1,829 sq ft

3308 Crescent Dr, Des Moines, IA 50312

Property at 4150 E Garden Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317, 4 beds, 2 baths

$267,000

4 beds2 baths1,000 sq ft

4150 E Garden Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317

Property at 7000 Lake Hill Dr #24, Des Moines, IA 50320, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$267,000

3 beds2.5 baths1,597 sq ft

7000 Lake Hill Dr #24, Des Moines, IA 50320

Property at 118 Water St #125, Des Moines, IA 50309, 1 bed, 1.5 baths

$265,750

1 bed1.5 baths1,270 sq ft

118 Water St #125, Des Moines, IA 50309

Property at 3204 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50313, 4 beds, 2 baths

$265,000

4 beds2 baths1,362 sq ft

3204 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50313

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

$265,000

4 beds2 baths1,343 sq ft

2620 Arnold Rd, Des Moines, IA 50310

Property at 1304 Wall Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315, 4 beds, 2 baths

$265,000

4 beds2 baths1,620 sq ft

1304 Wall Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

Property at 3029 SW 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50321, 4 beds, 2.5 baths

$265,000

4 beds2.5 baths1,998 sq ft

3029 SW 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50321

Property at 1905 E Maish Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$265,000

3 beds2.5 baths1,431 sq ft

1905 E Maish Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320

Property at 450 SW 7th St #304, Des Moines, IA 50309, 1 bed, 1 bath

$265,000

1 bed1 bath890 sq ft

450 SW 7th St #304, Des Moines, IA 50309

Property at 1311 E 25th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317, 3 beds, 2 baths

$264,990

3 beds2 baths836 sq ft

1311 E 25th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317

Property at 1220 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317, 4 beds, 3 baths

$264,500

4 beds3 baths1,080 sq ft

1220 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Property at 3945 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50310, 4 beds, 1.5 baths

$264,000

4 beds1.5 baths1,617 sq ft

3945 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50310

Property at 3307 SE 19th St, Des Moines, IA 50320, 3 beds, 2 baths

$263,000

3 beds2 baths952 sq ft

3307 SE 19th St, Des Moines, IA 50320

Property at 2719 E Tiffin Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317, 4 beds, 1 bath

$262,000

4 beds1 bath912 sq ft

2719 E Tiffin Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317

Property at 6420 Center St, Des Moines, IA 50312, 3 beds, 2 baths

$261,000

3 beds2 baths1,230 sq ft

6420 Center St, Des Moines, IA 50312

Property at 2757 Easton Blvd, Des Moines, IA 50317, 3 beds, 1 bath

$260,000

3 beds1 bath1,067 sq ft

2757 Easton Blvd, Des Moines, IA 50317

Property at 1500 Leland Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315, 2 beds, 1 bath

$260,000

2 beds1 bath1,040 sq ft

1500 Leland Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

Property at 515 Emma Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315, 3 beds, 3 baths

$260,000

3 beds3 baths1,096 sq ft

515 Emma Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

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Homes for sale under $400k in Des Moines

There are currently 877 homes for sale under $400k in Des Moines. 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 58 days and receive 1 offers. 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, 193 homes have been sold in Des Moines. In addition to houses in Des Moines, there were also 162 condos, 10 townhouses, and 2 multi-family units for sale in Des Moines last month. Des Moines is a minimally walkable city in Iowa 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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