Vintage homes for sale & real estate in Polk County, IA

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ABOUT THIS HOME
Vintage Home for sale in Polk County, IA:
The Westwood Cottage Set in historic Westwood, within the sought-after Waterbury neighborhood, this 1919 brick residence has a character all its own. Known locally as & ldquo; the home with the green roof, & rdquo; it sits back from the street behind a generous front lawn and established perennial landscaping. Beds of hostas return each season, giving the grounds a strong sense of place with relatively little upkeep. The home & rsquo; s historic character has been thoughtfully considered and preserved for over a century. Earlier owners consulted architectural historian Robert Schweitzer on remodeling and paint choices informed by historic precedent. Nearly every window in the

$559,000

4 beds3 baths2,032 sq ft

429 56th St, Des Moines, IA 50312

Green roof • Front lawn • Historic westwood

FOR SALE BY OWNER

ABOUT THIS HOME
Vintage Home for sale in Polk County, IA:
Charming brick bungalow with 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, a detached on-car garage, and a full basement. New appliances, Updated bathroom, New windows (approximately 1 year ago), Roof and chimney sealed (approximately 6 months ago). Brand-new asphalt driveway (1 month ago). Classic charm meets important updates in this inviting home. Whether you're looking for a place to call home or your next investment opportunity, this one is worth a look.

$186,750

2 beds1 bath725 sq ft

908 13th St, West Des Moines, IA 50265

Brick bungalow • Full basement • New appliances

FOR SALE BY OWNER3D WALKTHROUGH

ABOUT THIS HOME
Vintage Home for sale in Polk County, IA:
FALL IN LOVE WITH THIS EXCEPTIONAL WINDSOR HEIGHTS RANCH! Prepare to fall in love with this incredible 3-bedroom ranch nestled on an oversized corner lot in desirable Windsor Heights! With an in-ground swimming pool, mature trees, gorgeous landscaping, and 2 two-car garages, this home offers an exceptional combination of space, comfort, and outdoor enjoyment. Inside, you& apos; ll discover inviting living spaces, beautiful features, and plenty of room to entertain, relax, and make lasting memories. Step into the spacious formal living room, where beautiful, and durable luxury vinyl plank (LVP) flooring, a cozy gas burning fireplace, and a generous bank of windows create a warm, welcomin

$412,000

2 beds4 baths1,761 sq ft

6803 Reite Ave, Windsor Heights, IA 50324

Koi pond • Three season porch • Built in desk

FOR SALE BY OWNER

ABOUT THIS HOME
Vintage Home for sale in Polk County, IA:
Completely updated two-bedroom home in a very desirable West Des Moines neighborhood, backing up to fabulous American Legion Park! Enjoy stylish interior improvements and major system updates, including a new furnace and air conditioner (HVAC) in 2024, a new water heater in 2024, and a completely new roof in 2020. Updated kitchen and dining lighting, an updated bathroom, stainless steel appliances, interior paint, and trim complement the home & rsquo; s refreshed feel. Brand-new luxury vinyl plank flooring and carpet are currently being installed to complete the remodel. The inviting open floor plan flows naturally from the bright living room into the dining area and adjoining kitchen,

$228,000

2 beds1 bath1,102 sq ft

636 Linnwill Pl, West Des Moines, IA 50265

New furnace • New air conditioner • New water heater

FOR SALE BY OWNER

ABOUT THIS HOME
Vintage Home for sale in Polk County, IA:
This home features 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and over 1,200 sq ft of living space. The oversized 2 car garage (24x28) is perfect for the hobbyist. The roof on home and garage were replaced in 2023, new gutters in 2018. Fresh exterior paint on house and garage in 2023. New carpet in 2018. New washer and dryer in 2023. New water heater in 2022. New dishwasher in 2020. First-floor laundry.

$244,000

3 beds2 baths1,264 sq ft

710 Phillips St, Polk City, IA 50226

New carpet • New washer and dryer • New gutters

Property at 1643 York St, Des Moines, IA 50316, 3 beds, 1.5 baths

$289,000

3 beds1.5 baths1,743 sq ft

1643 York St, Des Moines, IA 50316

Property at 4221 Sheridan Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$335,000

3 beds2.5 baths1,619 sq ft

4221 Sheridan Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310

Property at 1128 17th St, Des Moines, IA 50314, 3 beds, 1 bath

$174,900

3 beds1 bath1,253 sq ft

1128 17th St, Des Moines, IA 50314

Property at 2024 35th St, Des Moines, IA 50310, 3 beds, 2 baths

$299,000

3 beds2 baths1,932 sq ft

2024 35th St, Des Moines, IA 50310

Property at 2316 Wakonda View Dr, Des Moines, IA 50321, 3 beds, 2 baths

$334,500

3 beds2 baths1,168 sq ft

2316 Wakonda View Dr, Des Moines, IA 50321

Property at 213 38th Pl, Des Moines, IA 50312, 3 beds, 1.5 baths

$399,000

3 beds1.5 baths1,872 sq ft

213 38th Pl, Des Moines, IA 50312

Property at 1342 73rd St, Windsor Heights, IA 50324, 3 beds, 2 baths

$229,900

3 beds2 baths1,196 sq ft

1342 73rd St, Windsor Heights, IA 50324

Property at 3530 E 38th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317, 3 beds, 2 baths

$245,000

3 beds2 baths1,008 sq ft

3530 E 38th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317

Property at 688 Polk Blvd, Des Moines, IA 50312, 3 beds, 1 bath

$279,900

3 beds1 bath1,479 sq ft

688 Polk Blvd, Des Moines, IA 50312

Property at 1546 41st St, Des Moines, IA 50311, 3 beds, 2 baths

$342,900

3 beds2 baths1,409 sq ft

1546 41st St, Des Moines, IA 50311

Property at 3724 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA 50321, 3 beds, 1 bath

$274,000

3 beds1 bath1,500 sq ft

3724 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA 50321

Property at 6201 Winona Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312, 3 beds, 1.5 baths

$220,000

3 beds1.5 baths1,415 sq ft

6201 Winona Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312

Property at 303 51st St, Des Moines, IA 50312, 4 beds, 2 baths

$784,000

4 beds2 baths2,160 sq ft

303 51st St, Des Moines, IA 50312

Property at 5300 Harwood Dr, Des Moines, IA 50312, 4 beds, 4.5 baths

$1,700,000

4 beds4.5 baths4,956 sq ft

5300 Harwood Dr, Des Moines, IA 50312

Property at 1815 E 9th St, Des Moines, IA 50316, 3 beds, 1 bath

$320,000

3 beds1 bath— sq ft

1815 E 9th St, Des Moines, IA 50316

Property at 1431 E Vine St, Des Moines, IA 50316, 3 beds, 1 bath

$165,000

3 beds1 bath1,217 sq ft

1431 E Vine St, Des Moines, IA 50316

Property at 6216 Holcomb Ave, Des Moines, IA 50322, 3 beds, 1 bath

$199,900

3 beds1 bath1,049 sq ft

6216 Holcomb Ave, Des Moines, IA 50322

Property at 663 19th St, Des Moines, IA 50314, 3 beds, 2 baths

$290,000

3 beds2 baths1,519 sq ft

663 19th St, Des Moines, IA 50314

Property at 2403 36th St, Des Moines, IA 50310, 3 beds, 2 baths

$169,900

3 beds2 baths1,323 sq ft

2403 36th St, Des Moines, IA 50310

Property at 4406 Beaver Crest Dr, Des Moines, IA 50310, 3 beds, 2 baths

$265,000

3 beds2 baths1,605 sq ft

4406 Beaver Crest Dr, Des Moines, IA 50310

Property at 1024 Pennsylvania Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316, 4 beds, 2.5 baths

$159,900

4 beds2.5 baths1,792 sq ft

1024 Pennsylvania Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316

Property at 6045 N Waterbury Rd, Des Moines, IA 50312, 3 beds, 2 baths

$535,000

3 beds2 baths1,725 sq ft

6045 N Waterbury Rd, Des Moines, IA 50312

Property at 1350 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA 50311, 4 beds, 2 baths

$202,000

4 beds2 baths1,568 sq ft

1350 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA 50311

Property at 623 Rose Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315, 3 beds, 1.5 baths

$244,900

3 beds1.5 baths1,441 sq ft

623 Rose Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

Property at 4108 Ardmore Rd, Des Moines, IA 50310, 3 beds, 2 baths

$238,000

3 beds2 baths964 sq ft

4108 Ardmore Rd, Des Moines, IA 50310

Property at 1623 Center St, Des Moines, IA 50314, 4 beds, 2.5 baths

$995,000

4 beds2.5 baths4,264 sq ft

1623 Center St, Des Moines, IA 50314

Property at 4111 Allison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310, 4 beds, 2 baths

$299,900

4 beds2 baths1,495 sq ft

4111 Allison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310

Property at 2410 Terrace Rd, Des Moines, IA 50312, 3 beds, 3.5 baths

$535,000

3 beds3.5 baths2,080 sq ft

2410 Terrace Rd, Des Moines, IA 50312

Property at 5905 Walnut Hill Dr, Des Moines, IA 50312, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$394,900

3 beds2.5 baths1,512 sq ft

5905 Walnut Hill Dr, Des Moines, IA 50312

Property at 1835 Payton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315, 4 beds, 2 baths

$287,500

4 beds2 baths1,476 sq ft

1835 Payton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

Property at 1144 35th St, Des Moines, IA 50311, 3 beds, 2 baths

$130,000

3 beds2 baths1,527 sq ft

1144 35th St, Des Moines, IA 50311

Property at 418 60th St, Des Moines, IA 50312, 3 beds, 2 baths

$235,500

3 beds2 baths822 sq ft

418 60th St, Des Moines, IA 50312

Property at 6619 Sunset Ter, Windsor Heights, IA 50324, 4 beds, 2.5 baths

$339,500

4 beds2.5 baths1,588 sq ft

6619 Sunset Ter, Windsor Heights, IA 50324

Property at 6701 Carpenter Ave, Windsor Heights, IA 50324, 3 beds, 2 baths

$290,000

3 beds2 baths1,258 sq ft

6701 Carpenter Ave, Windsor Heights, IA 50324

Property at 2500 Kenway Dr, Des Moines, IA 50310, 3 beds, 1.5 baths

$299,000

3 beds1.5 baths1,660 sq ft

2500 Kenway Dr, Des Moines, IA 50310

Property at 625 12th St, West Des Moines, IA 50265, 5 beds, 3 baths

$211,900

5 beds3 baths1,536 sq ft

625 12th St, West Des Moines, IA 50265

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Vintage Homes for Sale in Polk County

There are currently 698 vintage 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 65 days and receive 3 offers. This map is refreshed with the newest listings in Polk County every 15 minutes.

In the past month, 617 homes have been sold in Polk County. In addition to houses in Polk County, there were also 653 condos, 51 townhouses, and 2 multi-family units for sale in Polk County last month. Find your dream home in Polk County using the tools above. Use filters to narrow your search by price, square feet, beds, and baths to find homes that fit your criteria. Our top-rated real estate agents in Polk County are local experts and are ready to answer your questions about properties, neighborhoods, schools, and the newest listings for sale in Polk County. If you're looking to sell your home in the Polk County area, our listing agents can help you get the best price. Redfin is redefining real estate and the home buying process in Polk County with industry-leading technology, full-service agents, and lower fees that provide a better value for Redfin buyers and sellers.

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