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Well maintained end-unit townhome nestled on a low-traffic street! The functional floorplan offers easy flow through the living and dining areas with light and bright finishes throughout. The eat-in kitchen features updated Cambria granite countertops and a convenient walk-in pantry offering plenty of space to help you maintain a clutter free space. An unfinished basement provides abundant storage or flexible space to suit your needs. Relax outdoors on the covered front porch or enjoy the open patio. Schedule your showing today!

$224,900

3 beds1.5 baths1,454 sq ft

2432 NW Heritage Ave, Ankeny, IA 50023

Covered front porch • End-unit townhome • Unfinished basement

OPEN SUN, 1PM TO 3PM

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Welcome home to this beautifully maintained two story in Urbandale, within the sought after Johnston school district! This spacious home offers space for everyone with 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms and thoughtful updates throughout. The kitchen is designed to impress with 42 inch upper cabinetry, under cabinet lighting, quartz countertops and plenty of workspace for cooking and entertaining. Major mechanical updates provide peace of mind, including a new roof in 2023, high efficiency furnace and a/c. The maintenance free Hardie siding enhances both curb appeal and durability, while the backyard offers a private retreat backing to trees and a creek. Garden enthusiasts will appreciate the establi

$359,000

4 beds3.5 baths1,650 sq ft

10106 Hickory Ln, Urbandale, IA 50322

Quartz countertops • New roof • 8,589 sq ft lot

NEW CONSTRUCTION

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Why choose between space, style, and a great location when you can have all three? Meet 305 E Granger, a new construction home with personality, plenty of room to spread out, and a location that puts you close to the action without dropping you right in the middle of it. Just minutes from downtown, the East Village, bike trails, some of Des Moines’ favorite local spots, this is city living made easy. Inside, you’ll find 4 bedrooms, including a massive primary suite with a private ensuite, plus a first-floor bedroom with a full bathroom that’s perfect for guests, an office, or flexible living. And while it’s brand new, it doesn’t feel cookie-cutter. The home bri

$420,000

4 beds3 baths2,031 sq ft

305 E Granger Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

New construction • Bike trails • Character and charm

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Move-in ready on a corner lot, this 2-story townhome in Altoona offers the space you want without the upkeep worries. The main level opens to a spacious living room with cozy fireplace, flowing into the updated kitchen and dining area. A half bath and main-floor laundry add everyday convenience. Upstairs, two bedroom suites each feature a private en-suite bath and generous walk-in closet. A flexible loft provides bonus space for reading, work or relaxing. Enjoy the lovely covered front patio and attached 2 car garage with storage space. The next homeowner will have peace of mind with the thoughtful updates including: new HVAC 2026, new water heater 2025, updated kitchen with new refrigerato

$214,900

2 beds2.5 baths1,385 sq ft

813 Red Hawk Way SE, Altoona, IA 50009

Updated kitchen • Cozy fireplace • Main-floor laundry

$124,900

2 beds2 baths1,005 sq ft

2724 College Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311

7,128 sq ft lot • Built 1896 • Listed 13 days

Property at 4326 NE 16th St, Ankeny, IA 50021, 3 beds, 2 baths

$325,000

3 beds2 baths1,669 sq ft

4326 NE 16th St, Ankeny, IA 50021

Property at 3912 53rd St, Des Moines, IA 50310, 2 beds, 1 bath

$185,000

2 beds1 bath828 sq ft

3912 53rd St, Des Moines, IA 50310

Property at 1715 York St, Des Moines, IA 50316, 3 beds, 1 bath

$185,000

3 beds1 bath1,190 sq ft

1715 York St, Des Moines, IA 50316

Property at 1006 NE Trilein Dr, Ankeny, IA 50021, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$385,000

3 beds2.5 baths2,408 sq ft

1006 NE Trilein Dr, Ankeny, IA 50021

Property at 3209 NW 13th St, Ankeny, IA 50023, 4 beds, 3 baths

$425,000

4 beds3 baths1,580 sq ft

3209 NW 13th St, Ankeny, IA 50023

Property at 5221 NE Hillcrest Dr, Ankeny, IA 50021, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$355,000

3 beds2.5 baths1,404 sq ft

5221 NE Hillcrest Dr, Ankeny, IA 50021

Property at 925 36th St SW, Bondurant, IA 50035, 3 beds, 2 baths

$297,500

3 beds2 baths1,299 sq ft

925 36th St SW, Bondurant, IA 50035

Property at 2525 Logan Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317, 2 beds, 2 baths

$179,900

2 beds2 baths940 sq ft

2525 Logan Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317

Property at 214 11th St SE, Bondurant, IA 50035, 3 beds, 1 bath

$215,000

3 beds1 bath960 sq ft

214 11th St SE, Bondurant, IA 50035

Property at 3144 Lakeview Dr SE, Altoona, IA 50009, 5 beds, 3.5 baths

$450,000

5 beds3.5 baths2,204 sq ft

3144 Lakeview Dr SE, Altoona, IA 50009

Property at 4725 E Valdez Dr, Des Moines, IA 50317, 4 beds, 2.5 baths

$315,000

4 beds2.5 baths1,655 sq ft

4725 E Valdez Dr, Des Moines, IA 50317

Property at 2735 College Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311, 3 beds, 3 baths

$225,000

3 beds3 baths1,037 sq ft

2735 College Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311

Property at 3028 S Union St, Des Moines, IA 50315, 1 bed, 1 bath

$119,900

1 bed1 bath532 sq ft

3028 S Union St, Des Moines, IA 50315

Property at 3131 Fleur Dr #206, Des Moines, IA 50321, 1 bed, 1 bath

$215,000

1 bed1 bath815 sq ft

3131 Fleur Dr #206, Des Moines, IA 50321

Property at 1158 35th St SW, Altoona, IA 50009, 4 beds, 2.5 baths

$357,000

4 beds2.5 baths2,053 sq ft

1158 35th St SW, Altoona, IA 50009

Property at 2703 College Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311, 5 beds, 2 baths

$225,000

5 beds2 baths1,110 sq ft

2703 College Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311

Property at 2923 SW Glenbrooke Blvd, Ankeny, IA 50023, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$315,000

3 beds2.5 baths1,374 sq ft

2923 SW Glenbrooke Blvd, Ankeny, IA 50023

Property at 6394 NE 9th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50313, 4 beds, 3 baths

$450,000

4 beds3 baths1,715 sq ft

6394 NE 9th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50313

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

$394,000

3 beds3.5 baths1,568 sq ft

3210 88th St, Urbandale, IA 50322

Property at 1895 Andrews Dr, Pleasant Hill, IA 50327, 3 beds, 3 baths

$440,000

3 beds3 baths1,891 sq ft

1895 Andrews Dr, Pleasant Hill, IA 50327

Property at 3910 Cornell St, Des Moines, IA 50313, 2 beds, 1 bath

$129,900

2 beds1 bath768 sq ft

3910 Cornell St, Des Moines, IA 50313

Property at 4213 NW Abilene Rd, Ankeny, IA 50023, 5 beds, 3.5 baths

$435,000

5 beds3.5 baths1,780 sq ft

4213 NW Abilene Rd, Ankeny, IA 50023

Property at 3921 Clinton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310, 2 beds, 1.5 baths

$224,900

2 beds1.5 baths817 sq ft

3921 Clinton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310

Property at 6860 NW 5th St, Des Moines, IA 50313, 4 beds, 2 baths

$319,990

4 beds2 baths981 sq ft

6860 NW 5th St, Des Moines, IA 50313

Property at 1038 10th Ave NW, Altoona, IA 50009, 2 beds, 1.5 baths

$160,000

2 beds1.5 baths1,056 sq ft

1038 10th Ave NW, Altoona, IA 50009

Property at 1404 Oak Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313, 2 beds, 1.5 baths

$224,900

2 beds1.5 baths816 sq ft

1404 Oak Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313

Property at 9914 Marnewood Dr, Johnston, IA 50131, 3 beds, 2 baths

$389,900

3 beds2 baths1,410 sq ft

9914 Marnewood Dr, Johnston, IA 50131

Property at 603 NE Oak Ridge Dr, Ankeny, IA 50021, 4 beds, 2.5 baths

$372,000

4 beds2.5 baths2,221 sq ft

603 NE Oak Ridge Dr, Ankeny, IA 50021

Property at 2707 College Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311, 4 beds, 2 baths

$220,000

4 beds2 baths1,098 sq ft

2707 College Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311

Property at 1218 NW 32nd St, Ankeny, IA 50023, 4 beds, 3 baths

$424,900

4 beds3 baths1,431 sq ft

1218 NW 32nd St, Ankeny, IA 50023

Property at 2505 Adams Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310, 2 beds, 1.5 baths

$164,900

2 beds1.5 baths552 sq ft

2505 Adams Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310

Property at 1070 50th St Unit 7F, West Des Moines, IA 50266, 2 beds, 1.5 baths

$235,000

2 beds1.5 baths1,060 sq ft

1070 50th St Unit 7F, West Des Moines, IA 50266

Property at 3131 Fleur Dr #503, Des Moines, IA 50321, 2 beds, 2 baths

$340,000

2 beds2 baths1,115 sq ft

3131 Fleur Dr #503, Des Moines, IA 50321

Property at 3838 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50313, 2 beds, 1 bath

$139,000

2 beds1 bath716 sq ft

3838 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50313

Property at 2405 NW 44th St, Ankeny, IA 50023, 3 beds, 3 baths

$440,000

3 beds3 baths1,598 sq ft

2405 NW 44th St, Ankeny, IA 50023

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

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Cheap Homes for Sale in Polk County

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