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Lovingly maintained by the same owner for nearly 50 years, this five-bedroom home combines thoughtful updates with inviting outdoor spaces on a quiet street with no through traffic. The updated kitchen features gorgeous custom hickory cabinetry with pull-out shelves, granite countertops, and top-of-the-line appliances. The spacious living room with bay window lets in so much natural light and is the perfect space for entertaining. The former family room now serves as a formal dining room, showcasing stunning custom-built cabinetry with generous storage and beautiful display space, and could easily return to its original use. A professionally updated bathroom by AIM Kitchen and Bath adds to

$294,900

5 beds2.5 baths1,672 sq ft

4009 E 23rd St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Bay window • Updated kitchen • Granite countertops

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Welcome home to this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home where timeless character meets modern convenience! Offering 1,221 sq ft in a fantastic Beaverdale location near Drake University, Witmer Park, Drake Park and Beaverdale Park, this home puts some of the area's best amenities within easy reach. Inside, beautifully refinished hardwood floors pair with fresh paint, new carpet and an updated kitchen featuring new cabinets and countertops. Major improvements add peace of mind, including a roof and water heater approximately 3 years old and A/C approximately 5 years old. Out back, the garage offers even more potential the future owner could modify the fence to create convenient garage access fro

$270,000

3 beds2 baths1,221 sq ft

2301 33rd St, Des Moines, IA 50310

Beaverdale location • New cabinets • Updated kitchen

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Newly remodeled and everything on one floor features: open kitchen to living room, two bedrooms, large bathroom with washer and dryer, newer furnace, updates throughout, and patio area.

$110,000

2 beds1 bath853 sq ft

918 Watrous Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

Patio area • 7,400 sq ft lot • Built 1930

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UPDATED BUNGALOW NEAR GRAND VIEW UNIVERSITY & UNION PARK! This charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home is packed with recent updates and is ready for its next owner! Offering over 760 sq ft of living space, you’ll love the completely updated kitchen featuring newer appliances, refreshed finishes, and a bright, functional layout. The updated bathroom adds to the move-in-ready feel, while the basement has undergone extensive improvements, creating a great bonus space for a second hangout area, hobby space, home gym, or additional storage. Step outside to a backyard that’s ready for you to make it your own! The shared driveway provides access to the rear of the property, with enough

$150,000

2 beds1 bath768 sq ft

2331 E 11th St, Des Moines, IA 50316

Access to downtown • Backyard • Updated kitchen

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Cheap Home for sale in Polk County, IA:
Great updates in this 2 bedroom home with a 2 car garage. Extra room can serve as an office, play room, or bedroom without closet. New paint and carpet, roof, kitchen and bath. Move in condition! Close to Downtown, bike trails, or shopping at Park Fair Mall. This is a comfortably sized home for the money and won't last long.

$150,000

2 beds1 bath1,009 sq ft

2811 1st St, Des Moines, IA 50313

New bath • New kitchen • New carpet

Property at 401 NW 10th Cir, Grimes, IA 50111, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$389,900

3 beds2.5 baths1,740 sq ft

401 NW 10th Cir, Grimes, IA 50111

Property at 2022 NW Lakeside Dr, Ankeny, IA 50023, 4 beds, 3 baths

$369,900

4 beds3 baths1,497 sq ft

2022 NW Lakeside Dr, Ankeny, IA 50023

Property at 2306 NW Park Meadows Dr, Ankeny, IA 50023, 3 beds, 3.5 baths

$395,000

3 beds3.5 baths1,971 sq ft

2306 NW Park Meadows Dr, Ankeny, IA 50023

Property at 4261 NE 27th St, Des Moines, IA 50317, 3 beds, 1 bath

$193,500

3 beds1 bath835 sq ft

4261 NE 27th St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Property at 2603 SW 31st St, Ankeny, IA 50023, 4 beds, 2.5 baths

$330,000

4 beds2.5 baths1,414 sq ft

2603 SW 31st St, Ankeny, IA 50023

Property at 7302 SW 16th St, Des Moines, IA 50315, 4 beds, 1.5 baths

$215,000

4 beds1.5 baths1,404 sq ft

7302 SW 16th St, Des Moines, IA 50315

Property at 603 6th Street Pl SE, Altoona, IA 50009, 3 beds, 1 bath

$219,900

3 beds1 bath925 sq ft

603 6th Street Pl SE, Altoona, IA 50009

Property at 3207 NW 25th St, Ankeny, IA 50023, 4 beds, 3 baths

$399,990

4 beds3 baths1,507 sq ft

3207 NW 25th St, Ankeny, IA 50023

Property at 2904 Maple St, Des Moines, IA 50317, 2 beds, 1 bath

$144,900

2 beds1 bath728 sq ft

2904 Maple St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Property at 6116 Harwood Dr, Des Moines, IA 50312, 2 beds, 1 bath

$252,000

2 beds1 bath1,064 sq ft

6116 Harwood Dr, Des Moines, IA 50312

Property at 2533 E 23rd St, Des Moines, IA 50317, 2 beds, 1 bath

$199,900

2 beds1 bath804 sq ft

2533 E 23rd St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Property at 4506 83rd St, Urbandale, IA 50322, 2 beds, 1 bath

$199,500

2 beds1 bath1,252 sq ft

4506 83rd St, Urbandale, IA 50322

Property at 818 NE Meadow Landing Dr, Ankeny, IA 50021, 3 beds, 3 baths

$325,000

3 beds3 baths1,572 sq ft

818 NE Meadow Landing Dr, Ankeny, IA 50021

Property at 830 SE Bel-aire Rd, Ankeny, IA 50021, 3 beds, 1 bath

$265,000

3 beds1 bath1,118 sq ft

830 SE Bel-aire Rd, Ankeny, IA 50021

Property at 14147 Wilden Dr, Urbandale, IA 50323, 4 beds, 3.5 baths

$445,000

4 beds3.5 baths1,961 sq ft

14147 Wilden Dr, Urbandale, IA 50323

Property at 2925 48th Pl, Des Moines, IA 50310, 2 beds, 2 baths

$220,000

2 beds2 baths892 sq ft

2925 48th Pl, Des Moines, IA 50310

Property at 300 Walnut St #706, Des Moines, IA 50309, 1 bed, 1 bath

$143,000

1 bed1 bath680 sq ft

300 Walnut St #706, Des Moines, IA 50309

Property at 912 E 25th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317, 3 beds, 2 baths

$200,900

3 beds2 baths1,040 sq ft

912 E 25th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317

Property at 4209 65th St #4, Urbandale, IA 50322, 2 beds, 1 bath

$110,000

2 beds1 bath896 sq ft

4209 65th St #4, Urbandale, IA 50322

Property at 7508 SW 13th St, Des Moines, IA 50315, 3 beds, 2 baths

$164,900

3 beds2 baths1,188 sq ft

7508 SW 13th St, Des Moines, IA 50315

Property at 2810 Rutland Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311, 3 beds, 2 baths

$280,000

3 beds2 baths2,097 sq ft

2810 Rutland Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311

Property at 112 12th St SE, Altoona, IA 50009, 4 beds, 1 bath

$259,500

4 beds1 bath960 sq ft

112 12th St SE, Altoona, IA 50009

Property at 1923 Capitol Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316, 2 beds, 1 bath

$160,000

2 beds1 bath1,000 sq ft

1923 Capitol Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316

Property at 100 Water St #103, Des Moines, IA 50309, 2 beds, 1.5 baths

$299,900

2 beds1.5 baths1,564 sq ft

100 Water St #103, Des Moines, IA 50309

Property at 4217 Leyden Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317, 4 beds, 2 baths

$269,000

4 beds2 baths930 sq ft

4217 Leyden Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317

Property at 3919 69th St, Urbandale, IA 50322, 3 beds, 2 baths

$309,900

3 beds2 baths1,748 sq ft

3919 69th St, Urbandale, IA 50322

Property at 4225 SE 23rd St, Des Moines, IA 50320, 3 beds, 3.5 baths

$309,000

3 beds3.5 baths1,719 sq ft

4225 SE 23rd St, Des Moines, IA 50320

Property at 1731 56th St, Des Moines, IA 50310, 2 beds, 1 bath

$227,500

2 beds1 bath768 sq ft

1731 56th St, Des Moines, IA 50310

Property at 7005 NE 142nd Ave, Maxwell, IA 50161, 3 beds, 2 baths

$215,000

3 beds2 baths1,550 sq ft

7005 NE 142nd Ave, Maxwell, IA 50161

Property at 525 25th St, West Des Moines, IA 50265, 3 beds, 1 bath

$298,000

3 beds1 bath1,042 sq ft

525 25th St, West Des Moines, IA 50265

Property at 3001 NW Countrywood Ln, Ankeny, IA 50023, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$308,900

3 beds2.5 baths1,214 sq ft

3001 NW Countrywood Ln, Ankeny, IA 50023

Property at 3305 Ep True Pkwy #1201, West Des Moines, IA 50265, 2 beds, 2 baths

$220,000

2 beds2 baths1,232 sq ft

3305 Ep True Pkwy #1201, West Des Moines, IA 50265

Property at 6900 SE 120th St, Runnells, IA 50237, 3 beds, 1 bath

$310,000

3 beds1 bath1,309 sq ft

6900 SE 120th St, Runnells, IA 50237

Property at 2702 NE Oak Dr #4, Ankeny, IA 50021, 2 beds, 2 baths

$178,000

2 beds2 baths1,168 sq ft

2702 NE Oak Dr #4, Ankeny, IA 50021

Property at 2216 NW 31st St, Ankeny, IA 50023, 4 beds, 2.5 baths

$405,000

4 beds2.5 baths2,068 sq ft

2216 NW 31st St, Ankeny, IA 50023

Property at 2209 Meadow Ln, West Des Moines, IA 50265, 3 beds, 2 baths

$310,000

3 beds2 baths1,300 sq ft

2209 Meadow Ln, West Des Moines, IA 50265

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Cheap Homes for Sale in Polk County

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