Real Estate Investment Properties for Sale in Iowa

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Investment Property for Sale in Iowa

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PROPERTY	DETAILS	SALE PRICE	INVESTMENT PERFORMANCE
1301 3rd Ave SE #107 LeMars, IA New construction units at Heritage Estates. This is an established 55 yr. old or older co...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,295 sq.ft.	$328,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 4.98% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2143 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 4.98%
1103 13Th Street Boone, IA Welcome to 1103 13th Street in Boone, Iowa! This charming 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom home is 76...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 768 sq.ft.	$125,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.98% Traditional cash on cash: 4.15% Airbnb Rental Income: $1166 Traditional Rental Income: $924 Airbnb ROI: 2.98% Traditional ROI: 4.15%
614 NW Reinhart Drive Ankeny, IA Discover your dream home with this four-bedroom, three-bath ranch home located on the NW s...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,603 sq.ft.	$439,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.22% Traditional cash on cash: 3.08% Airbnb Rental Income: $3217 Traditional Rental Income: $2432 Airbnb ROI: 3.22% Traditional ROI: 3.08%
314 NE 7th Street Ankeny, IA Sellers are offering a $2K paint allowance with an acceptable offer! Welcome to this charm...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 960 sq.ft.	$264,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 8.93% Traditional cash on cash: 4.95% Airbnb Rental Income: $3697 Traditional Rental Income: $1901 Airbnb ROI: 8.93% Traditional ROI: 4.95%
1608 W Lincoln Way Marshalltown, IA Welcome Home!! This home features a spacious living room with fireplace, a formal dining r...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,870 sq.ft.	$349,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 5.35% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2716 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 5.35%
2103 Governor Road Marshalltown, IA This amazing home is move in ready! Every room has been updated. New LVP flooring througho...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,292 sq.ft.	$315,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 5.3% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2258 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 5.3%
1104 Phillips Street Polk City, IA This exquisitely renovated residence is situated in a prime location in Polk City! The hom...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,676 sq.ft.	$327,500	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 5.37% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2616 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 5.37%
5379 Destiny Drive Pleasant Hill, IA This stunning ranch home, located in the charming Pleasant Ridge Community, offers a seaml...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,500 sq.ft.	$365,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.08% Traditional cash on cash: 4.62% Airbnb Rental Income: $3080 Traditional Rental Income: $2563 Airbnb ROI: 4.08% Traditional ROI: 4.62%
503 24th Place SW MASON CITY, IA WELCOME HOME TO THIS BRIGHT AND AIRY 3 BDRM 3 BATH HOME! Featuring a large 3-stall attache...	3 beds \| 4 baths \| 1,936 sq.ft.	$324,720	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.69% Traditional cash on cash: 3.71% Airbnb Rental Income: $2191 Traditional Rental Income: $1949 Airbnb ROI: 2.69% Traditional ROI: 3.71%
2700 N Shore Drive #401 CLEAR LAKE, IA Gorgeous completely remodeled one bedroom condo at The Harbourage. Tons of upgrades, all n...	1 beds \| 1 baths \| 796 sq.ft.	$229,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 5.21% Traditional cash on cash: 2.62% Airbnb Rental Income: $2471 Traditional Rental Income: $1310 Airbnb ROI: 5.21% Traditional ROI: 2.62%
2226 165th Street Spirit Lake, IA Wonderful opportunity in the heart of the Iowa Great Lakes that includes 5 acres of land a...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,988 sq.ft.	$895,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.34% Traditional cash on cash: 0.84% Airbnb Rental Income: $3108 Traditional Rental Income: $1986 Airbnb ROI: 1.34% Traditional ROI: 0.84%
935 15th Avenue SW Cedar Rapids, IA Great investment property or starter home with this nicely decorated 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 678 sq.ft.	$129,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.4% Traditional cash on cash: 7.66% Airbnb Rental Income: $1378 Traditional Rental Income: $1366 Airbnb ROI: 4.4% Traditional ROI: 7.66%
2003 Glenway Dr SE Marion, IA Step into elegance and history with this beautifully preserved grand home that seamlessly ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,882 sq.ft.	$249,500	Airbnb cash on cash: 5.97% Traditional cash on cash: 7.44% Airbnb Rental Income: $2776 Traditional Rental Income: $2471 Airbnb ROI: 5.97% Traditional ROI: 7.44%
2202 Sunflower Street Perry, IA Welcome to this stunning 4 bed 3 bath split foyer home, nestled in a serene and quiet neig...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,108 sq.ft.	$284,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 6.27% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2452 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 6.27%
124 Polk St Burlington, IA Welcome to your dream home, where luxury meets functionality in a picturesque setting. Thi...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 4,380 sq.ft.	$438,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.77% Traditional cash on cash: 3.78% Airbnb Rental Income: $3203 Traditional Rental Income: $2483 Airbnb ROI: 3.77% Traditional ROI: 3.78%
1015 Grand Park Drive Fairfield, IA Charming home with a blend of comfort and convenience, located close to schools and local ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,024 sq.ft.	$169,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 5.96% Traditional cash on cash: 7.15% Airbnb Rental Income: $1980 Traditional Rental Income: $1653 Airbnb ROI: 5.96% Traditional ROI: 7.15%
809 W 6th Street S Newton, IA	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,214 sq.ft.	$160,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 11.97% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2368 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 11.97%
1203 Arbor Trace Drive Oskaloosa, IA Check out this one of a kind property! 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 2-story with a finished walk...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,188 sq.ft.	$419,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 4.69% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $3018 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 4.69%
102 135th Drive Amana, IA This well-maintained condo offers convenient living next to the Amana Golf Course, providi...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,307 sq.ft.	$289,500	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 5.69% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2370 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 5.69%
1903 Edgebrook Drive Marshalltown, IA Stunning four bedroom home in the heart of Marshalltown! This recently renovated home offe...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,246 sq.ft.	$279,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 7.47% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2743 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 7.47%
1201 W Broadway Street Eagle Grove, IA Welcome home to this move-in ready spacious 4 bedroom 2 bathroom ranch style property! It ...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,728 sq.ft.	$219,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 9.4% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2503 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 9.4%
410 S Massachusetts MASON CITY, IA 3 bedroom, 3 bath home with beautiful oak floors and trim throughout the house. New furnac...	3 beds \| N/A baths \| 2,407 sq.ft.	$183,525	Airbnb cash on cash: 7.03% Traditional cash on cash: 9.87% Airbnb Rental Income: $2191 Traditional Rental Income: $2132 Airbnb ROI: 7.03% Traditional ROI: 9.87%
1416 S Main Street Iowa City, IA Two story home on Main St with character and detail throughout! This spacious home offers...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,976 sq.ft.	$175,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 10.53% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2359 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 10.53%
310 E Baker Street Mount Pleasant, IA BEAUTIFUL HOME IN A WONDERFUL NEIGHBORHOOD! This home has been fully remodeled! You will f...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,040 sq.ft.	$220,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 7.53% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2099 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 7.53%
813 4th SE MASON CITY, IA Very spacious 4 Bedroom 3 Bath Ranch on an almost 1/2 acre lot on Mason City's east side. ...	4 beds \| N/A baths \| 2,858 sq.ft.	$259,500	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 7.11% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2463 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 7.11%
2501 Meadow Lane West Des Moines, IA Come see this well-taken care of charmer in West Des Moines! Stepping in to the entryway y...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 892 sq.ft.	$249,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 8.77% Traditional cash on cash: 4.94% Airbnb Rental Income: $3489 Traditional Rental Income: $1813 Airbnb ROI: 8.77% Traditional ROI: 4.94%
212 12th Street NW Cedar Rapids, IA Set up your showing now for this wonderful 1st time buyer home. Min to schools, shopping, ...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 843 sq.ft.	$129,500	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.43% Traditional cash on cash: 8.01% Airbnb Rental Income: $1378 Traditional Rental Income: $1406 Airbnb ROI: 4.43% Traditional ROI: 8.01%
916-4 Williams Drive Fort Dodge, IA Discover your dream townhome on Williams Drive! This charming 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath gem feat...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,057 sq.ft.	$170,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.8% Traditional cash on cash: 8.24% Airbnb Rental Income: $1429 Traditional Rental Income: $1883 Airbnb ROI: 2.8% Traditional ROI: 8.24%
221 Hardy Street Akron, IA Beautiful brick ranch style home waiting for its new owner. This home features our most p...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,325 sq.ft.	$205,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 11.41% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2744 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 11.41%
210 W Larson Street Knoxville, IA Comfort Centered 3 Bed / 2 Bath ~ Roomy open concept with newer furnace/AC, LVP flooring, ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,056 sq.ft.	$220,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.59% Traditional cash on cash: 6.6% Airbnb Rental Income: $1093 Traditional Rental Income: $1973 Airbnb ROI: 0.59% Traditional ROI: 6.6%
1161 S Goodrich Street Colfax, IA Welcome home! Are you looking for small-town living with a short commute? Check out Colfax...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,888 sq.ft.	$325,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 6.15% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2743 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 6.15%
508 W Centennial Drive Huxley, IA Growing Huxley awaits you. This 4BR ranch home, with 3 baths has room to roam. A covered p...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,579 sq.ft.	$450,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.43% Traditional cash on cash: 3.59% Airbnb Rental Income: $3869 Traditional Rental Income: $2683 Airbnb ROI: 4.43% Traditional ROI: 3.59%
352 450th Avenue Grinnell, IA This amazing 3BR, 2BA 2 car garage attached & 2 car detached garage, there is plenty of ro...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,400 sq.ft.	$375,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 3.68% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2106 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 3.68%
9840 Hickory Drive Urbandale, IA This spacious 3,800+ sq ft family home is designed for both relaxation and productivityâ...	4 beds \| 5 baths \| 2,748 sq.ft.	$528,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.15% Traditional cash on cash: 6.1% Airbnb Rental Income: $3739 Traditional Rental Income: $4382 Airbnb ROI: 3.15% Traditional ROI: 6.1%
7010 Monroe Court Urbandale, IA Great ranch home in Urbandale that features: three bedrooms, hardwood floors, finished low...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 936 sq.ft.	$225,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.5% Traditional cash on cash: 5.04% Airbnb Rental Income: $1635 Traditional Rental Income: $1714 Airbnb ROI: 2.5% Traditional ROI: 5.04%
1712 N 24th St CLEAR LAKE, IA Seize the opportunity to own a stunning residence nestled along the tranquil shores of Fie...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,194 sq.ft.	$599,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.43% Traditional cash on cash: 3.14% Airbnb Rental Income: $3986 Traditional Rental Income: $2971 Airbnb ROI: 3.43% Traditional ROI: 3.14%
408 S Bloomfield Avenue Bloomfield, IA Move- In Ready, 3 Bedroom, One Level Home in Bloomfield! Ranch Style Home Built in 1996 Si...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 960 sq.ft.	$135,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 9.52% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1699 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 9.52%
501 County Avenue Sheldahl, IA Welcome home to this darling 3 bedroom/2 bath that will charm your socks off. You will lo...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,416 sq.ft.	$239,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.78% Traditional cash on cash: 7.45% Airbnb Rental Income: $1933 Traditional Rental Income: $2250 Airbnb ROI: 3.78% Traditional ROI: 7.45%
616 S Indiana MASON CITY, IA EVER SO CHARMING AND MOVE IN READY! 4 BEDROOM BRICK BEAUTY WITH TERRIFIC LOCATION! Walking...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,873 sq.ft.	$209,913	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 10.72% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2712 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 10.72%

Real Estate investment in Iowa

There are 6,477 properties available for sale in the state of Iowa. Eldora, Charles City and Sioux City are the best rental property markets in Iowa. The average median price of properties for sale in these cities are $186,233 and the average price per square foot is $0. Their average monthly cash on cash return is 11.00%.

Iowa Real Estate Investing: FAQs for Buyers, Sellers and Investors

There are 6,477 investment properties available for sale in Iowa.

In 2024, Eldora is the best city to buy investment properties. Find more investment properties today!

In 2024, Eldora (14%) and Charles City (12%) has the highest cash on cash return for long term rentals in Iowa.

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Investment Property for Sale in Iowa

1301 3rd Ave SE #107

LeMars, IA

2 beds | 2 baths | 1,295 sq.ft.

$328,000

Airbnb cash on cash: N/A

Traditional cash on cash: 4.98%

Airbnb Rental Income: $null

Traditional Rental Income: $2143

Airbnb ROI: N/A

Traditional ROI: 4.98%

1103 13Th Street

Boone, IA

2 beds | 1 baths | 768 sq.ft.

$125,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 2.98%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.15%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1166

Traditional Rental Income: $924

Airbnb ROI: 2.98%

Traditional ROI: 4.15%

614 NW Reinhart Drive

Ankeny, IA

4 beds | 3 baths | 1,603 sq.ft.

$439,900

Airbnb cash on cash: 3.22%

Traditional cash on cash: 3.08%

Airbnb Rental Income: $3217

Traditional Rental Income: $2432

Airbnb ROI: 3.22%

Traditional ROI: 3.08%

314 NE 7th Street

Ankeny, IA

3 beds | 2 baths | 960 sq.ft.

$264,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 8.93%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.95%

Airbnb Rental Income: $3697

Traditional Rental Income: $1901

Airbnb ROI: 8.93%

Traditional ROI: 4.95%

1608 W Lincoln Way

Marshalltown, IA

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,870 sq.ft.

$349,900

Airbnb cash on cash: N/A

Traditional cash on cash: 5.35%

Airbnb Rental Income: $null

Traditional Rental Income: $2716

Airbnb ROI: N/A

Traditional ROI: 5.35%

2103 Governor Road

Marshalltown, IA

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,292 sq.ft.

$315,000

Airbnb cash on cash: N/A

Traditional cash on cash: 5.3%

Airbnb Rental Income: $null

Traditional Rental Income: $2258

Airbnb ROI: N/A

Traditional ROI: 5.3%

1104 Phillips Street

Polk City, IA

3 beds | 3 baths | 1,676 sq.ft.

$327,500

Airbnb cash on cash: N/A

Traditional cash on cash: 5.37%

Airbnb Rental Income: $null

Traditional Rental Income: $2616

Airbnb ROI: N/A

Traditional ROI: 5.37%

5379 Destiny Drive

Pleasant Hill, IA

4 beds | 3 baths | 1,500 sq.ft.

$365,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 4.08%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.62%

Airbnb Rental Income: $3080

Traditional Rental Income: $2563

Airbnb ROI: 4.08%