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Great investment and development opportunity at 2807 NE Broadway Ave! This 2,171 sq ft, 3-bedroom, 1-bath single-family home is zoned residential/commercial and is currently rented, offering immediate income potential. Situated on a large 1.101-acre lot, the property offers tons of potential for a rental, flip project, home business, or future development. The residential/commercial zoning also provides flexibility for a construction business or other permitted business use. The neighboring lot to the west is also available, creating an opportunity to acquire additional land and expand your plans.

$150,000

3 beds1 bath2,171 sq ft

2807 NE Broadway Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317

Large lot • 1.1 acre lot • Garage

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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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Remodeled and refreshed, this 1.5 story home has 4 beds & 2 baths - 2 beds & ½ bath upstairs & 2 beds with a full bath on the main. Almost all flooring has been replaced; custom trim has been installed & there is new paint throughout. The kitchen has been remodeled & walls have been opened up to allow more space & more flow in the main living area. Oversized deck and large, privacy fenced backyard with a storage shed for yard items & space to build your own garage. Close to shopping and highway access. Home is move-in ready!

$215,000

4 beds1.5 baths1,404 sq ft

7302 SW 16th St, Des Moines, IA 50315

Move-in ready • Oversized deck • Storage shed

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Welcome home to this beautifully maintained Urbandale ranch, offered for the first time by its original owners. Pride of ownership shows in every room, and the major updates have already been taken care of. The entire main level has been freshly painted and fitted with new flooring, giving the home a bright, move-in-ready feel. The updated bathrooms add a modern touch, and the eat-in kitchen is the perfect spot for everyday meals and morning coffee. Large eat in kitchen! A new stove, dishwasher, and microwave are included, and all appliances stay with the home. The big-ticket items are done. The home has a new roof (2021), the garage has a new roof (2024), and the home has a new AC (2024) a

$285,000

3 beds1.5 baths1,117 sq ft

3828 79th St, Urbandale, IA 50322

New stove • New flooring • Updated bathrooms

OPEN FRI, 4PM TO 6PMFLOOR PLAN

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Cheap Home for sale in Polk County, IA:
Welcome home to this beautifully maintained two-story in Ankeny, offering a great combination of comfortable living space, recent updates, and an outdoor setting you’ll love. With 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a finished lower level, and a 3-car garage, this home has plenty of room to settle in and enjoy. Inside, the main level offers an inviting layout with plenty of space for everyday living and gathering. Upstairs, you’ll find all three bedrooms, while the newly finished basement, completed in 2021, adds a spacious family room and additional bathroom—giving you even more room to relax or entertain. Recent updates include a new HVAC system in 2022, plus a new washer, dryer, a

$395,000

3 beds3.5 baths1,971 sq ft

2306 NW Park Meadows Dr, Ankeny, IA 50023

Hot tub • Storage shed • Fully fenced yard

Property at 300 Walnut St #1306, Des Moines, IA 50309, 1 bed, 1 bath

$162,950

1 bed1 bath680 sq ft

300 Walnut St #1306, Des Moines, IA 50309

Property at 813 Red Hawk Way SE, Altoona, IA 50009, 2 beds, 2.5 baths

$218,000

2 beds2.5 baths1,385 sq ft

813 Red Hawk Way SE, Altoona, IA 50009

Property at 1409 SW Kenworthy Dr, Ankeny, IA 50023, 3 beds, 1 bath

$259,900

3 beds1 bath1,052 sq ft

1409 SW Kenworthy Dr, Ankeny, IA 50023

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

$330,000

3 beds3 baths1,572 sq ft

818 NE Meadow Landing Dr, Ankeny, IA 50021

Property at 926 28th St, Des Moines, IA 50312, 2 beds, 1 bath

$169,000

2 beds1 bath886 sq ft

926 28th St, Des Moines, IA 50312

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 1004 Spring St, Des Moines, IA 50315, 3 beds, 2 baths

$199,900

3 beds2 baths964 sq ft

1004 Spring St, Des Moines, IA 50315

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 3210 88th St, Urbandale, IA 50322, 3 beds, 3.5 baths

$399,000

3 beds3.5 baths1,568 sq ft

3210 88th St, Urbandale, IA 50322

Property at 371 N Hickory Blvd, Pleasant Hill, IA 50327, 3 beds, 1.5 baths

$250,000

3 beds1.5 baths1,086 sq ft

371 N Hickory Blvd, Pleasant Hill, IA 50327

Property at 3301 E 52nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$310,000

3 beds2.5 baths1,797 sq ft

3301 E 52nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Property at 4021 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313, 3 beds, 2 baths

$195,000

3 beds2 baths1,387 sq ft

4021 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313

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 105 NW 8th St #301, Grimes, IA 50111, 2 beds, 2 baths

$139,000

2 beds2 baths913 sq ft

105 NW 8th St #301, Grimes, IA 50111

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 2916 Capitol Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317, 4 beds, 1 bath

$155,000

4 beds1 bath1,352 sq ft

2916 Capitol Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317

Property at 463 SW 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50309, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$420,000

3 beds2.5 baths1,782 sq ft

463 SW 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50309

Property at 811 Burr Oaks Dr #206, West Des Moines, IA 50266, 2 beds, 1.5 baths

$229,900

2 beds1.5 baths1,279 sq ft

811 Burr Oaks Dr #206, West Des Moines, IA 50266

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 2715 SW Prairie Trail Pkwy, Ankeny, IA 50023, 3 beds, 3 baths

$354,900

3 beds3 baths1,327 sq ft

2715 SW Prairie Trail Pkwy, Ankeny, IA 50023

Property at 1426 34th St, Des Moines, IA 50311, 2 beds, 1 bath

$175,000

2 beds1 bath768 sq ft

1426 34th St, Des Moines, IA 50311

Property at 1708 26th St, Des Moines, IA 50310, 2 beds, 1 bath

$194,900

2 beds1 bath648 sq ft

1708 26th St, Des Moines, IA 50310

Property at 1026 Mckinley Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315, 3 beds, 2 baths

$254,900

3 beds2 baths960 sq ft

1026 Mckinley Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

Property at 2101 Meadow Ct #503, Des Moines, IA 50320, 2 beds, 2.5 baths

$177,000

2 beds2.5 baths1,373 sq ft

2101 Meadow Ct #503, Des Moines, IA 50320

Property at 109 SW Hickory Gln, Grimes, IA 50111, 3 beds, 3 baths

$264,900

3 beds3 baths1,224 sq ft

109 SW Hickory Gln, Grimes, IA 50111

Property at 400 Crestmoor Dr, Polk City, IA 50226, 3 beds, 2 baths

$275,000

3 beds2 baths892 sq ft

400 Crestmoor Dr, Polk City, IA 50226

Property at 2805 NE Broadway Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317, 3 beds, 1 bath

$80,000

3 beds1 bath864 sq ft

2805 NE Broadway Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317

Property at 5210 NW 62nd Ave, Johnston, IA 50131, 3 beds, 2 baths

$300,000

3 beds2 baths1,092 sq ft

5210 NW 62nd Ave, Johnston, IA 50131

Property at 7011 Lincoln Cir, Johnston, IA 50131, 5 beds, 3 baths

$425,000

5 beds3 baths1,548 sq ft

7011 Lincoln Cir, Johnston, IA 50131

Property at 4203 62nd St #6, Urbandale, IA 50322, 2 beds, 1.5 baths

$120,000

2 beds1.5 baths960 sq ft

4203 62nd St #6, Urbandale, IA 50322

Property at 2805 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA 50317, 2 beds, 1 bath

$150,000

2 beds1 bath832 sq ft

2805 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Property at 1906 E Bell Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320, 3 beds, 2 baths

$183,500

3 beds2 baths1,176 sq ft

1906 E Bell Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320

Property at 5404 Longview Ct #3, Johnston, IA 50131, 2 beds, 2.5 baths

$209,900

2 beds2.5 baths1,407 sq ft

5404 Longview Ct #3, Johnston, IA 50131

Property at 1606 NW 31st St, Ankeny, IA 50023, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$430,000

3 beds2.5 baths1,787 sq ft

1606 NW 31st St, Ankeny, IA 50023

Property at 1237 SW Twin Gates Dr, Ankeny, IA 50023, 2 beds, 1.5 baths

$210,000

2 beds1.5 baths1,120 sq ft

1237 SW Twin Gates Dr, Ankeny, IA 50023

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