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

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No water in this basement! This 1 1/2 story features: three bedrooms, two bathrooms, good sized living room, fenced in backyard, one car attached garage, newer furnace, a/c, and interior tile system with sump pump that will keep it nice and dry! This property is eligible under the Freddie Mac First Look Initiative through 10/17/2026.

$164,900

3 beds2 baths1,188 sq ft

7508 SW 13th St, Des Moines, IA 50315

Interior tile system • Newer furnace • Sump pump

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Vintage Home for sale in Polk County, IA:
Nicely refreshed, this open-concept home lives comfortably thanks to its dramatic vaulted ceilings and welcoming natural light. The main level features a fluid layout perfect for modern living, updated with brand-new paint and new carpet throughout. Three bedrooms sit on the main floor, while the partially finished basement expands your living space with a bonus room and a 4th non-conforming bedroom?ideal for a private home office, gym, or guest suite. Daylight windows bring natural sunshine into the lower level, adding warmth to the extra square footage. Combining classic 1958 character this versatile gem is move-in ready and a must-see.

$160,000

4 beds1 bath894 sq ft

412 Gray St, Des Moines, IA 50315

Open-concept home • Bonus room • Fluid layout

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Vintage Home for sale in Polk County, IA:
A great opportunity for an investor or first-time buyer looking to build equity! This home offers a mid-life HVAC system, waterproofed basement, newer windows, a kitchen that can stay as-is, and a roof with plenty of life left. The bath needs updating, but there's plenty of room to add value. A killer lot, newer oversized 2-car garage, and plenty of newer concrete round out the package. A solid opportunity with sweat-equity potential

$149,000

3 beds1 bath1,182 sq ft

3120 E Clinton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317

Newer windows • 0.44 acre lot • 2 garage spots

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Investor alert! Add to your portfolio or start your real estate empire by taking a look at this 2 story duplex right next to Drake University for under $200k! The main floor is a spacious 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom unit. The 2nd floor unit includes a finished attic & has 4 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms. Both units have access to the basement with laundry but laundry hookups are upstairs as well. There is a 2+ car detached garage & extra parking off the driveway. This prime location offers everything the Drake area has to offer. Schedule your showing today!

$199,900

6 beds2.5 baths1,842 sq ft

1175 21st St, Des Moines, IA 50311

Finished attic • 2 story duplex • Prime location

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Vintage Home for sale in Polk County, IA:
Perfect for a first-time homebuyer or a smart investor, this charming 3 bedroom, 1 bath bungalow offers great flexibility. It?s currently tenant occupied, providing immediate rental income, but the cozy layout and classic style also make it an ideal starter home for someone looking to move in down the road. A versatile property that fits any plan! Schedule your showing today! * It's currently tenant occupied *

$125,900

3 beds1 bath816 sq ft

1404 Clark St, Des Moines, IA 50314

4,250 sq ft lot • Garage • Built 1914

Property at 6900 SE 120th St, Runnells, IA 50237, 3 beds, 1 bath

$310,000

3 beds1 bath1,309 sq ft

6900 SE 120th St, Runnells, IA 50237

Property at 918 Watrous Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315, 2 beds, 1 bath

$120,000

2 beds1 bath853 sq ft

918 Watrous Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

Property at 3909 Adams Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$367,500

3 beds2.5 baths1,734 sq ft

3909 Adams Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310

Property at 1414 Harrison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314, 3 beds, 1 bath

$199,999

3 beds1 bath1,448 sq ft

1414 Harrison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314

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

$315,900

3 beds2 baths1,932 sq ft

2024 35th St, Des Moines, IA 50310

Property at 2003 60th St, Des Moines, IA 50322, 2 beds, 1 bath

$199,900

2 beds1 bath672 sq ft

2003 60th St, Des Moines, IA 50322

Property at 912 E 25th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317, 3 beds, 2 baths

$200,900

3 beds2 baths1,040 sq ft

912 E 25th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317

Property at 1731 56th St, Des Moines, IA 50310, 2 beds, 1 bath

$227,500

2 beds1 bath768 sq ft

1731 56th St, Des Moines, IA 50310

Property at 400 Walnut St #704, Des Moines, IA 50309, 2 beds, 2 baths

$265,000

2 beds2 baths1,324 sq ft

400 Walnut St #704, Des Moines, IA 50309

Property at 525 25th St, West Des Moines, IA 50265, 3 beds, 1 bath

$298,000

3 beds1 bath1,042 sq ft

525 25th St, West Des Moines, IA 50265

Property at 1009 27th St, Des Moines, IA 50311, 3 beds, 2 baths

$259,000

3 beds2 baths1,208 sq ft

1009 27th St, Des Moines, IA 50311

Property at 120 SW 5th St #704, Des Moines, IA 50309, 2 beds, 2 baths

$469,900

2 beds2 baths1,739 sq ft

120 SW 5th St #704, Des Moines, IA 50309

Property at 1132 26th St, Des Moines, IA 50311, 4 beds, 2.5 baths

$479,900

4 beds2.5 baths1,932 sq ft

1132 26th St, Des Moines, IA 50311

Property at 4303 SW 9th St, Des Moines, IA 50315, 2 beds, 3 baths

$180,000

2 beds3 baths955 sq ft

4303 SW 9th St, Des Moines, IA 50315

Property at 3511 Keyes Dr, Des Moines, IA 50315, 4 beds, 2 baths

$250,000

4 beds2 baths1,600 sq ft

3511 Keyes Dr, Des Moines, IA 50315

Property at 1504 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA 50316, 4 beds, 3.5 baths

$330,000

4 beds3.5 baths2,104 sq ft

1504 E 13th 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 424 E Locust St Unit B, Des Moines, IA 50309, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$1,200,000

3 beds2.5 baths5,075 sq ft

424 E Locust St Unit B, Des Moines, IA 50309

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

$349,000

3 beds2 baths1,409 sq ft

1546 41st St, Des Moines, IA 50311

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 746 31st St, Des Moines, IA 50312, 3 beds, 1.5 baths

$279,900

3 beds1.5 baths1,467 sq ft

746 31st St, Des Moines, IA 50312

Property at 7005 NE 142nd Ave, Maxwell, IA 50161, 3 beds, 2 baths

$215,000

3 beds2 baths1,550 sq ft

7005 NE 142nd Ave, Maxwell, IA 50161

Property at 620 NE Aurora Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313, 2 beds, 1 bath

$110,000

2 beds1 bath780 sq ft

620 NE Aurora Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313

Property at 1649 Northwest Dr, Des Moines, IA 50310, 2 beds, 2 baths

$210,000

2 beds2 baths876 sq ft

1649 Northwest Dr, Des Moines, IA 50310

Property at 2432 Mansfield Dr, Des Moines, IA 50317, 3 beds, 1.5 baths

$210,000

3 beds1.5 baths1,120 sq ft

2432 Mansfield Dr, Des Moines, IA 50317

Property at 4207 Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310, 2 beds, 1 bath

$179,900

2 beds1 bath971 sq ft

4207 Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310

Property at 1113 27th St, Des Moines, IA 50311, 3 beds, 2 baths

$200,000

3 beds2 baths1,065 sq ft

1113 27th St, Des Moines, IA 50311

Property at 1326 Bundy St, Des Moines, IA 50315, 2 beds, 1 bath

$167,000

2 beds1 bath784 sq ft

1326 Bundy St, Des Moines, IA 50315

Property at 2513 33rd St, Des Moines, IA 50310, 2 beds, 1 bath

$182,900

2 beds1 bath804 sq ft

2513 33rd St, Des Moines, IA 50310

Property at 1203 Arthur Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316, 2 beds, 2 baths

$155,000

2 beds2 baths944 sq ft

1203 Arthur Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316

Property at 3010 3rd St, Des Moines, IA 50313, 2 beds, 1 bath

$99,900

2 beds1 bath975 sq ft

3010 3rd St, Des Moines, IA 50313

Property at 1807 60th St, Des Moines, IA 50322, 2 beds, 1 bath

$235,000

2 beds1 bath903 sq ft

1807 60th St, Des Moines, IA 50322

Property at 1015 Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315, 4 beds, 3 baths

$310,000

4 beds3 baths1,812 sq ft

1015 Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

Property at 1602 Milton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316, 3 beds, 2 baths

$240,000

3 beds2 baths1,010 sq ft

1602 Milton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316

Property at 2028 Lay St, Des Moines, IA 50317, 4 beds, 1.5 baths

$159,900

4 beds1.5 baths1,556 sq ft

2028 Lay St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Property at 400 Walnut St #903, Des Moines, IA 50309, 1 bed, 1 bath

$140,000

1 bed1 bath925 sq ft

400 Walnut St #903, Des Moines, IA 50309

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Vintage Homes for Sale in Polk County

There are currently 658 vintage homes for sale in Polk County at a median listing price of $308K. 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, 595 homes have been sold in Polk County. In addition to houses in Polk County, there were also 644 condos, 64 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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