Fixer Upper homes for sale & real estate in Polk County, IA

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Welcome to 3901 SW 56th St in Des Moines. Tucked away on nearly an acre, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers tons of privacy and even more potential. With plenty of space inside and out, this property is ready for someone to come in, make it their own. The location is hard to beat, with easy highway access and just about 10 minutes from West Des Moines and downtown Des Moines. Whether you're looking for your next investment, flip, or a property you can put some sweat equity into, this one is worth a look! All information obtained from seller and public record.

$415,000

3 beds3 baths2,578 sq ft

3901 SW 56th St, Des Moines, IA 50321

Tons of privacy • Nearly an acre • Easy highway access

ABOUT THIS HOME
Fixer Upper for sale in Polk County, IA:
Investor opportunity in the Drake neighborhood! Priced at $85,000 with a current assessed value of $118,400, this property offers plenty of potential for the buyer ready to bring their vision to life. This 2-bedroom, 1-bath story-and-a-half home features tall ceilings and sits on a DOUBLE LOT, with an additional parcel included in the sale. A standout feature is the oversized 2-car attached garage, offering valuable space for vehicles, storage, a workshop, or future possibilities. Alley access provides convenient entry to the paved concrete area at the rear of the property. Located near Drake University, the University Avenue corridor, local restaurants and businesses, with convenient acces

$85,000

2 beds1 bath695 sq ft

1345 21st St, Des Moines, IA 50311

Alley access • Double lot • 6,280 sq ft lot

ABOUT THIS HOME
Fixer Upper for sale in Polk County, IA:
INCREDIBLE OPPORTUNITY IN A FANTASTIC LOCATION! Bring your vision and unlock the potential of this 2-bedroom, 1-bath home! Situated in a desirable area, this property is ready for someone with the creativity and ambition to bring it back to life. Whether you’re an investor looking for your next project or a buyer ready to build some sweat equity, the possibilities are endless! This home needs TLC, but the location and potential make it an opportunity worth exploring. Private backyard with tons of space! Close to the interstate and shopping!

$125,000

2 beds1 bath1,002 sq ft

3933 E 27th St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Private backyard • Close to interstate • Close to shopping

NEW 18 HRS AGO

$85,000

2 beds1 bath629 sq ft

2711 Chicago Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317

Full bathroom • Main-level laundry • Fenced backyard

$195,000

3 beds2 baths907 sq ft

1602 Army Post Rd, Des Moines, IA 50315

Move-in ready • Fresh flooring • Nice-sized backyard

Property at 1518 E 32nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317, 2 beds, 1 bath

$80,000

2 beds1 bath800 sq ft

1518 E 32nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Property at 2814 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50317, 4 beds, 2 baths

$120,000

4 beds2 baths1,162 sq ft

2814 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Property at 4125 Knob Hill Dr, Des Moines, IA 50317, 4 beds, 1.5 baths

$99,900

4 beds1.5 baths1,160 sq ft

4125 Knob Hill Dr, Des Moines, IA 50317

Property at 2831 SE 10th St, Des Moines, IA 50315, 3 beds, 2 baths

$229,900

3 beds2 baths1,180 sq ft

2831 SE 10th St, Des Moines, IA 50315

Property at 206 Davis Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315, 3 beds, 1 bath

$145,000

3 beds1 bath1,149 sq ft

206 Davis Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

Property at 2601 24th St, Des Moines, IA 50310, 3 beds, 1 bath

$140,000

3 beds1 bath925 sq ft

2601 24th St, Des Moines, IA 50310

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 4023 E Seneca Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317, 3 beds, 1 bath

$140,000

3 beds1 bath864 sq ft

4023 E Seneca Ave, 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 3941 E 26th St, Des Moines, IA 50317, 2 beds, 2 baths

$195,000

2 beds2 baths876 sq ft

3941 E 26th St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Property at 1105 Euclid Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313, 4 beds, 2 baths

$87,500

4 beds2 baths2,412 sq ft

1105 Euclid Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313

Property at 1308 Lewis Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315, 2 beds, 1 bath

$70,000

2 beds1 bath624 sq ft

1308 Lewis Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

Property at 2901 Maple St, West Des Moines, IA 50265, 3 beds, 3 baths

$290,000

3 beds3 baths1,427 sq ft

2901 Maple St, West Des Moines, IA 50265

Property at 902 24th St, Des Moines, IA 50312, 3 beds, 1.5 baths

$99,900

3 beds1.5 baths1,108 sq ft

902 24th St, Des Moines, IA 50312

Property at 7306 SW 16th St, Des Moines, IA 50315, 3 beds, 2 baths

$200,500

3 beds2 baths1,404 sq ft

7306 SW 16th St, Des Moines, IA 50315

Property at 1543 33rd St, Des Moines, IA 50311, 3 beds, 1 bath

$122,000

3 beds1 bath1,011 sq ft

1543 33rd St, Des Moines, IA 50311

Property at 1440 21st St, Des Moines, IA 50311, 4 beds, 2 baths

$170,000

4 beds2 baths2,196 sq ft

1440 21st St, Des Moines, IA 50311

Property at 2803 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317, 5 beds, 2 baths

$160,000

5 beds2 baths2,081 sq ft

2803 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317

Property at 1608 Southlawn Dr, Des Moines, IA 50315, 3 beds, 1 bath

$179,000

3 beds1 bath1,147 sq ft

1608 Southlawn Dr, Des Moines, IA 50315

Property at 6525 NE Rising Sun Dr, Pleasant Hill, IA 50327, 2 beds, 1 bath

$149,000

2 beds1 bath772 sq ft

6525 NE Rising Sun Dr, Pleasant Hill, IA 50327

Property at 3518 Easton Blvd, Des Moines, IA 50317, 2 beds, 1 bath

$93,500

2 beds1 bath670 sq ft

3518 Easton Blvd, Des Moines, IA 50317

Property at 1725 Grand Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50265, 2 beds, 1.5 baths

$225,000

2 beds1.5 baths1,189 sq ft

1725 Grand Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50265

Property at 5205 SE 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50315, 3 beds, 2 baths

$220,000

3 beds2 baths1,044 sq ft

5205 SE 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50315

Property at 3909 SW 13th St, Des Moines, IA 50315, 2 beds, 1 bath

$175,000

2 beds1 bath1,192 sq ft

3909 SW 13th St, Des Moines, IA 50315

Property at 4518 90th Cir, Urbandale, IA 50322

$210,000

Land0.52 acre (lot)

4518 90th Cir, Urbandale, IA 50322

Property at 4517 90th Cir, Urbandale, IA 50322

$220,000

Land0.51 acre (lot)

4517 90th Cir, Urbandale, IA 50322

Property at 4500 90th Cir, Urbandale, IA 50322

$302,500

Land1.15 acres (lot)

4500 90th Cir, Urbandale, IA 50322

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Fixer Upper Homes for Sale in Polk County

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