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Home was previously sold and the buyers backed out on the closing date … Priced $10K+ below its assessed value … Brick ranch with LOTS of updates including interior paint (’26), appliances (’24), kitchen remodel (’22), LVP flooring (’22), HVAC (’21), and roof (’21) … Lower level offers a family/rec room, a possible bedroom/office, a shower, and laundry area (washer and dryer stay!) … Convenient location to St. Pius school/church, park, trails, shopping, and more … With this location and this price, it CAN’T be beat!

$194,900

3 beds1 bath864 sq ft

6625 Oliver Smith Dr, Urbandale, IA 50322

Hvac • Roof • Lvp

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Discover a cozy, well-kept retreat in 224 Holiday Circle Unit #31, West Des Moines, IA 50265, an end-unit that feels right the moment you walk in. Freshly painted with new carpet, you'll be able to move right into this 3 bedroom 2 bath home. The basement has recently been finished and has been professionally waterproofed for ease of mind. Unit comes with a 1 car garage just steps from the back deck along with an additional reserved parking space. Home is perfectly located within walking distance of trails, grocery store and your favorite Valley Junction shops and eateries. Enjoy the convenience of a community setting while still having your own space to unwind. Whether you're starting your

$165,000

3 beds1.5 baths1,170 sq ft

224 Holiday Cir #31, West Des Moines, IA 50265

Community setting • Finished basement • Grocery store

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Step into the charm and character of this updated bungalow in the heart of Grimes. Offering 1,178 square feet of living space, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath home blends timeless appeal with everyday functionality. Original character and inviting living spaces create a warm atmosphere throughout, while the spacious front porch provides the perfect spot to relax and enjoy the neighborhood. Situated on a generous 0.20-acre lot, the property features multiple detached outbuildings, including a 3-car detached garage and a storage shed, providing ample space for vehicles, hobbies, equipment, or additional storage. The home also includes a crawlspace, gas forced-air heating, central air conditioning, and

$205,000

2 beds1 bath1,178 sq ft

712 E 1st St, Grimes, IA 50111

Updated bungalow • Storage shed • Spacious front porch

ABOUT THIS HOME
Cheap Home for sale in Polk County, IA:
Welcome to this spacious all-brick ranch nestled on a larger fenced home site in southwest Ankeny! The main level offers 1,350 finished square feet with three bedrooms, a full bathroom, and an additional family room providing two generous living spaces. The updated kitchen adds a fresh touch to the home, while the fully finished basement expands the living space with a comfortable family room, dry bar?perfect for entertaining?an additional bedroom, and a 3/4 bathroom. Outside, enjoy the large fenced yard with plenty of room for recreation, pets, or gatherings, plus a storage shed for added convenience. The southwest Ankeny location provides easy access to Prairie Trail for shopping, dining,

$285,000

4 beds2 baths1,350 sq ft

7603 NW 16th St, Ankeny, IA 50023

All brick ranch • Large fenced yard • Storage shed

$169,900

2 beds1 bath756 sq ft

2406 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Main floor laundry • Spacious deck • Updated kitchen

Property at 114 NE Oak Dr, Ankeny, IA 50021, 2 beds, 2 baths

$274,000

2 beds2 baths1,328 sq ft

114 NE Oak Dr, Ankeny, IA 50021

Property at 401 SW Des Moines St, Ankeny, IA 50023, 4 beds, 1.5 baths

$284,900

4 beds1.5 baths1,389 sq ft

401 SW Des Moines St, Ankeny, IA 50023

Property at 1505 NW 32nd St, Ankeny, IA 50023, 4 beds, 3 baths

$395,000

4 beds3 baths1,400 sq ft

1505 NW 32nd St, Ankeny, IA 50023

Property at 5414 Longview Ct #2, Johnston, IA 50131, 2 beds, 2.5 baths

$209,900

2 beds2.5 baths1,407 sq ft

5414 Longview Ct #2, Johnston, IA 50131

Property at 1042 17th St, Des Moines, IA 50314, 3 beds, 2 baths

$189,900

3 beds2 baths1,088 sq ft

1042 17th St, Des Moines, IA 50314

Property at 2450 E Grand Ave Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317, 2 beds, 1 bath

$164,900

2 beds1 bath1,001 sq ft

2450 E Grand Ave Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317

Property at 1201 4th St NW, Altoona, IA 50009, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$279,900

3 beds2.5 baths1,500 sq ft

1201 4th St NW, Altoona, IA 50009

Property at 1325 E Tiffin Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316, 4 beds, 2.5 baths

$245,000

4 beds2.5 baths1,410 sq ft

1325 E Tiffin Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316

Property at 1370 SW Magazine Rd #215, Ankeny, IA 50023, 2 beds, 2 baths

$110,000

2 beds2 baths1,229 sq ft

1370 SW Magazine Rd #215, Ankeny, IA 50023

Property at 1404 SW Campus Ln, Ankeny, IA 50023, 3 beds, 3 baths

$310,000

3 beds3 baths1,320 sq ft

1404 SW Campus Ln, Ankeny, IA 50023

Property at 2132 SE 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50315, 2 beds, 1 bath

$224,999

2 beds1 bath1,008 sq ft

2132 SE 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50315

Property at 6672 NW 4th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50313, 4 beds, 1.5 baths

$310,000

4 beds1.5 baths1,708 sq ft

6672 NW 4th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50313

Property at 709 Ninth St, West Des Moines, IA 50265, 3 beds, 1 bath

$254,900

3 beds1 bath1,209 sq ft

709 Ninth St, West Des Moines, IA 50265

Property at 5204 NE Briarwood Dr, Ankeny, IA 50021, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$294,900

3 beds2.5 baths1,470 sq ft

5204 NE Briarwood Dr, Ankeny, IA 50021

Property at 307 SW 50th St, Ankeny, IA 50023, 4 beds, 2.5 baths

$325,000

4 beds2.5 baths1,711 sq ft

307 SW 50th St, Ankeny, IA 50023

Property at 605 E Vista Lake Ave, Polk City, IA 50226, 4 beds, 3 baths

$437,000

4 beds3 baths2,671 sq ft

605 E Vista Lake Ave, Polk City, IA 50226

Property at 1532 Vine St, West Des Moines, IA 50265, 4 beds, 1.5 baths

$295,000

4 beds1.5 baths1,249 sq ft

1532 Vine St, West Des Moines, IA 50265

Property at 4541 Woodland Ave #6, West Des Moines, IA 50266, 2 beds, 1.5 baths

$138,000

2 beds1.5 baths1,152 sq ft

4541 Woodland Ave #6, West Des Moines, IA 50266

Property at 1715 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316, 2 beds, 2 baths

$134,000

2 beds2 baths1,098 sq ft

1715 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316

Property at 1070 50th St Unit 13D, West Des Moines, IA 50266, 2 beds, 2.5 baths

$190,000

2 beds2.5 baths1,036 sq ft

1070 50th St Unit 13D, West Des Moines, IA 50266

Property at 5711 SW 2nd St, Des Moines, IA 50315, 3 beds, 1 bath

$199,900

3 beds1 bath1,449 sq ft

5711 SW 2nd St, Des Moines, IA 50315

Property at 1209 Bel Aire Rd, Polk City, IA 50226, 4 beds, 2 baths

$300,000

4 beds2 baths1,000 sq ft

1209 Bel Aire Rd, Polk City, IA 50226

Property at 508 NW 10th Cir, Grimes, IA 50111, 4 beds, 2.5 baths

$335,000

4 beds2.5 baths1,589 sq ft

508 NW 10th Cir, Grimes, IA 50111

Property at 4621 Lockner Dr #6, Urbandale, IA 50322, 2 beds, 2 baths

$189,900

2 beds2 baths918 sq ft

4621 Lockner Dr #6, Urbandale, IA 50322

Property at 2837 Orinoco Ct SW, Altoona, IA 50009, 2 beds, 2.5 baths

$208,000

2 beds2.5 baths1,148 sq ft

2837 Orinoco Ct SW, Altoona, IA 50009

Property at 105 SE Little Beaver Ct, Grimes, IA 50111, 2 beds, 2.5 baths

$210,000

2 beds2.5 baths1,164 sq ft

105 SE Little Beaver Ct, Grimes, IA 50111

Property at 625 22nd Ave SW, Altoona, IA 50009, 4 beds, 2 baths

$310,000

4 beds2 baths1,040 sq ft

625 22nd Ave SW, Altoona, IA 50009

Property at 1023 NE 41st St, Ankeny, IA 50021, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$317,500

3 beds2.5 baths1,374 sq ft

1023 NE 41st St, Ankeny, IA 50021

Property at 1200 Herold Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315, 2 beds, 1 bath

$179,500

2 beds1 bath1,072 sq ft

1200 Herold Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

Property at 108 13th St NW, Bondurant, IA 50035, 4 beds, 2.5 baths

$385,000

4 beds2.5 baths1,840 sq ft

108 13th St NW, Bondurant, IA 50035

Property at 3619 SE 18th St, Des Moines, IA 50320, 3 beds, 2 baths

$299,500

3 beds2 baths1,248 sq ft

3619 SE 18th St, Des Moines, IA 50320

Property at 1824 Hillside St, West Des Moines, IA 50265, 3 beds, 2 baths

$265,000

3 beds2 baths912 sq ft

1824 Hillside St, West Des Moines, IA 50265

Property at 4004 Grand Ave #203, Des Moines, IA 50312, 2 beds, 2 baths

$290,000

2 beds2 baths1,850 sq ft

4004 Grand Ave #203, Des Moines, IA 50312

Property at 947 Red Hawk Way SE, Altoona, IA 50009, 2 beds, 2.5 baths

$212,000

2 beds2.5 baths1,397 sq ft

947 Red Hawk Way SE, Altoona, IA 50009

Property at 7509 SW 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50315, 4 beds, 1 bath

$209,900

4 beds1 bath1,092 sq ft

7509 SW 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50315

Property at 4970 NE 38th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317, 2 beds, 1 bath

$180,000

2 beds1 bath720 sq ft

4970 NE 38th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317

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Cheap Homes for Sale in Polk County

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