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Single Story Home for sale in Polk County, IA:
Enjoy open living spaces, room to entertain, and a backyard backing to open space in this Polk City home! Featuring 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and a fully insulated 3-car garage, the layout offers comfortable everyday living with additional space in the finished lower level. Natural light fills the main floor, where the kitchen, dining area, and living room flow together seamlessly. The primary suite features a tile shower with a glass door and a spacious closet, while two additional bedrooms and a full bathroom complete the main level. Downstairs, a large living area with a wet bar makes a great setting for game days, movie nights, or gatherings, along with a fourth bedroom and full bathroom

$489,900

4 beds3 baths1,512 sq ft

508 E Vista Lake Ave, Polk City, IA 50226

Large living area • Wet bar • Spacious closet

NEW CONSTRUCTION

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Single Story Home for sale in Polk County, IA:
Come and see this new DS Solid Construction build which includes five bedrooms and three bathrooms plus a three car garage! Plenty of space for the whole family with the craftsmanship that DS Solid Construction is known for. Located in the Pine Lake Estates neighborhood, your new home will be a very short drive to Costco, Heritage Park, and the interstate with Ames and Des Moines both being just minutes away. Don't forget about the one year builders warranty which comes included in the home! All information obtained from seller and public record.

$549,900

5 beds3 baths1,563 sq ft

1613 NE 24th Ct, Ankeny, IA 50021

0.36 acre lot • 3 garage spots • Built 2026

ABOUT THIS HOME
Single Story Home for sale in Polk County, IA:
Brand new sewer line! This well-maintained 2-bedroom bungalow in the desirable Highland Park neighborhood offers plenty of charm and functionality, featuring two bedrooms and a full bathroom on the main level, plus additional office space. A welcoming front porch and cozy fireplace add character to the home, while the spacious corner lot, fenced yard, and attractive curb appeal provide great outdoor appeal. Recent updates include newer flooring and interior paint. The detached 2-car garage offers ample space for parking and extra storage. Conveniently located near bus lines, interstate access, schools, and other amenities, this home is a great opportunity in a sought-after neighborhood.

$155,000

2 beds1 bath782 sq ft

3121 Cornell St, Des Moines, IA 50313

Fenced yard • Front porch • Cozy fireplace

ABOUT THIS HOME
Single Story Home for sale in Polk County, IA:
Opportunity awaits with this 2-bedroom, 1-bath ranch on Des Moines' south side! Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or an investor looking to add to your portfolio, this home offers plenty of potential. Inside, you'll find a spacious family room plus a finished attic that provides flexible bonus space. Outside, enjoy a fully fenced yard and back deck, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Conveniently located just off SW 9th Street with easy access to downtown Des Moines, schools, shopping, dining, and more.

$165,000

2 beds1 bath1,161 sq ft

808 Philip St, Des Moines, IA 50315

Finished attic • Back deck • Fully fenced yard

NEW CONSTRUCTION

ABOUT THIS HOME
Single Story Home for sale in Polk County, IA:
Step inside this beautifully designed 2,842 square foot ranch home and discover easy single-story living with plenty of room to spread out. The open-concept layout blends the kitchen, living and dining areas, with a kitchen island at the heart of the home and a cozy fireplace in the living room. Step out to the covered deck for year-round outdoor moments. The generous first-floor owner’s suite offers a private retreat with its own full bathroom and walk-in closet, while two secondary bedrooms sit near a full bathroom on the opposite side of the home. A convenient mudroom and powder room are just off the three-car garage. The finished basement adds a spacious family room, two additiona

$546,990

5 beds3.5 baths1,733 sq ft

2733 E Red Cedar Dr, Polk City, IA 50226

Covered deck • Kitchen island • Cozy fireplace

Property at 712 5th St NW, Bondurant, IA 50035, 3 beds, 2 baths

$344,500

3 beds2 baths1,166 sq ft

712 5th St NW, Bondurant, IA 50035

Property at 1603 Red Cedar Ln, Granger, IA 50109, 4 beds, 3 baths

$380,000

4 beds3 baths1,340 sq ft

1603 Red Cedar Ln, Granger, IA 50109

Property at 1400 E 18th St, Des Moines, IA 50316, 3 beds, 1 bath

$225,000

3 beds1 bath873 sq ft

1400 E 18th St, Des Moines, IA 50316

Property at 3232 13th Ave SE, Altoona, IA 50009, 3 beds, 3 baths

$609,500

3 beds3 baths1,820 sq ft

3232 13th Ave SE, Altoona, IA 50009

Property at 1753 SW Maplewood Dr, Grimes, IA 50111, 5 beds, 3 baths

$589,900

5 beds3 baths1,560 sq ft

1753 SW Maplewood Dr, Grimes, IA 50111

Property at 702 Walker Cir, Polk City, IA 50226, 4 beds, 3 baths

$459,900

4 beds3 baths1,499 sq ft

702 Walker Cir, Polk City, IA 50226

Property at 5082 Grandview Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317, 3 beds, 2 baths

$340,000

3 beds2 baths1,270 sq ft

5082 Grandview Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317

Property at 3040 Lake Hill Dr, Des Moines, IA 50320, 5 beds, 3 baths

$424,990

5 beds3 baths1,498 sq ft

3040 Lake Hill Dr, Des Moines, IA 50320

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 1149 Hillside Pl, Polk City, IA 50226, 4 beds, 3 baths

$404,990

4 beds3 baths1,498 sq ft

1149 Hillside Pl, Polk City, IA 50226

Property at 1644 NW Savannah Dr, Ankeny, IA 50023, 3 beds, 2 baths

$315,000

3 beds2 baths1,166 sq ft

1644 NW Savannah Dr, Ankeny, IA 50023

Property at 9967 NW 119th Ct, Granger, IA 50109, 3 beds, 3 baths

$549,000

3 beds3 baths1,778 sq ft

9967 NW 119th Ct, Granger, IA 50109

Property at 741 34th St SE, Altoona, IA 50009, 4 beds, 3 baths

$540,000

4 beds3 baths1,591 sq ft

741 34th St SE, Altoona, IA 50009

Property at 8212 Mahon Ct, Johnston, IA 50131, 4 beds, 3 baths

$507,000

4 beds3 baths1,700 sq ft

8212 Mahon Ct, Johnston, IA 50131

Property at 2524 Boston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310, 3 beds, 1 bath

$215,000

3 beds1 bath936 sq ft

2524 Boston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310

Property at 901 NE 21st St, Grimes, IA 50111, 4 beds, 3 baths

$494,900

4 beds3 baths1,684 sq ft

901 NE 21st St, Grimes, IA 50111

Property at 1216 SW 18th Ct, Grimes, IA 50111, 4 beds, 3 baths

$489,900

4 beds3 baths1,514 sq ft

1216 SW 18th Ct, Grimes, IA 50111

Property at 5924 NE Verona Dr, Ankeny, IA 50021, 4 beds, 3.5 baths

$372,990

4 beds3.5 baths1,498 sq ft

5924 NE Verona Dr, Ankeny, IA 50021

Property at 4456 E 48th St, Des Moines, IA 50317, 3 beds, 2 baths

$315,000

3 beds2 baths1,284 sq ft

4456 E 48th St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Property at 1300 Mulberry Dr NW, Bondurant, IA 50035, 4 beds, 3 baths

$401,990

4 beds3 baths1,579 sq ft

1300 Mulberry Dr NW, Bondurant, IA 50035

Property at 1704 SW Sienna Ct, Grimes, IA 50111, 4 beds, 3 baths

$439,900

4 beds3 baths1,410 sq ft

1704 SW Sienna Ct, Grimes, IA 50111

Property at 5634 Walnut Ridge Dr, Des Moines, IA 50317, 4 beds, 3 baths

$411,990

4 beds3 baths1,579 sq ft

5634 Walnut Ridge Dr, Des Moines, IA 50317

Property at 145 Timberly Ct SE, Wdm, IA 50265, 4 beds, 3 baths

$422,490

4 beds3 baths1,579 sq ft

145 Timberly Ct SE, Wdm, IA 50265

Property at 805 Fireside Dr NW, Bondurant, IA 50035, 4 beds, 3 baths

$319,990

4 beds3 baths1,272 sq ft

805 Fireside Dr NW, Bondurant, IA 50035

Property at 2915 10th Ave SE, Altoona, IA 50009, 4 beds, 3 baths

$425,490

4 beds3 baths1,579 sq ft

2915 10th Ave SE, Altoona, IA 50009

Property at 8216 Mahon Ct, Johnston, IA 50131, 4 beds, 3 baths

$497,900

4 beds3 baths1,499 sq ft

8216 Mahon Ct, Johnston, IA 50131

Property at 1009 Chayse St SW, Bondurant, IA 50035, 4 beds, 3.5 baths

$419,990

4 beds3.5 baths1,659 sq ft

1009 Chayse St SW, Bondurant, IA 50035

Property at 2532 Onawa St, Des Moines, IA 50317, 3 beds, 2 baths

$269,900

3 beds2 baths1,096 sq ft

2532 Onawa St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Property at 590 NW Cherrywood Ln, Grimes, IA 50111, 2 beds, 2 baths

$322,500

2 beds2 baths1,220 sq ft

590 NW Cherrywood Ln, Grimes, IA 50111

Property at 4116 NE 12th St, Ankeny, IA 50021, 4 beds, 3 baths

$371,990

4 beds3 baths1,498 sq ft

4116 NE 12th St, Ankeny, IA 50021

Property at 1305 Mulberry Dr NW, Bondurant, IA 50035, 5 beds, 3.5 baths

$439,990

5 beds3.5 baths1,733 sq ft

1305 Mulberry Dr NW, Bondurant, IA 50035

Property at 312 13th St NW, Bondurant, IA 50035, 4 beds, 3 baths

$419,990

4 beds3 baths1,579 sq ft

312 13th St NW, Bondurant, IA 50035

Property at 926 2nd St NE, Altoona, IA 50009, 4 beds, 3.5 baths

$377,990

4 beds3.5 baths1,659 sq ft

926 2nd St NE, Altoona, IA 50009

Property at 1200 Mulberry Dr NW, Bondurant, IA 50035, 3 beds, 2 baths

$404,990

3 beds2 baths1,577 sq ft

1200 Mulberry Dr NW, Bondurant, IA 50035

Property at 2603 NW Fairfield Dr, Ankeny, IA 50023, 3 beds, 2 baths

$409,990

3 beds2 baths1,427 sq ft

2603 NW Fairfield Dr, Ankeny, IA 50023

Property at 515 Coyote St, Mitchellville, IA 50169, 4 beds, 3 baths

$391,490

4 beds3 baths1,579 sq ft

515 Coyote St, Mitchellville, IA 50169

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Single Story Homes for Sale in Polk County

There are currently 1092 single story homes for sale in Polk County at a median listing price of $305K. Some of these homes are "Hot Homes," meaning they're likely to sell quickly. Most homes for sale in Polk County stay on the market for 66 days and receive 1 offers. This map is refreshed with the newest listings in Polk County every 15 minutes.

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