Safest Neighborhoods in Des Moines, IA

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Linden Heights

Linden Heights is tucked into a deep elbow of the Raccoon River and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Much of the community comprises homes mostly built between 1912 and 1956. The community is surrounded by lush woodland and parks and is accessible only along 42nd Street, adding to the neighborhood's provincial charm. "It is a
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  $924K
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  $540K - $3.8M
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Salisbury Oaks

In a world attempting to make all old things new, Salisbury Oaks intends to keep the same old-fashioned atmosphere maintained since the mid-19th century. “So much of Des Moines is getting built up lately,” says Angel Erickson, president of the Salisbury Oaks Neighborhood Association. “It’s nice to live in an area that’s established and unique all
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  $526K
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  $213K - $3.3M
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  5 Listings
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Waterbury

Waterbury residents can enjoy a quiet life about 4 miles from Downtown Des Moines. The neighborhood offers a feeling of suburban comfort and urban convenience, and the well-established suburb generates a neighborly feeling shared among its residents. “It has really wonderful people,” says Realtor Rose Green, who lives in Waterbury and sells homes
- Average Value
  
  $468K
- List Price
  
  $281K - $1.1M
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  13 Listings
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Westwood

Situated at the furthest western boundaries of Des Moines proper, the community of Westwood is a unique blend of classic suburban comfort and bucolic greenery. Bordered on three sides by woodlands, rivers and public parks, historic residential zones are cupped in a palm of nature, creating a sense of seclusion from the busier, more developed
- Average Value
  
  $443K
- List Price
  
  $208K - $1.1M
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  5 Listings
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Ingersoll Park

With stunning homes and walkable streets, Ingersoll Park satisfies residents looking for an upscale environment within minutes of downtown. Considered the smallest neighborhood association in Des Moines, Ingersoll Park lies between 42nd and 46th streets. The neighborhood association charges annual dues and hosts several annual events, and most
- Average Value
  
  $382K
- List Price
  
  $132K - $636K
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  4 Listings
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Southwestern Hills

With the Des Moines International Airport as its focal point, Southwestern Hills offers scenic beauty and commercial accessibility. Additionally, this highly walkable community features miles of recreational spaces and nearby shopping and dining, which residents appreciate. "I can wake up in the morning and see a herd of deer or a flock of geese
- Average Value
  
  $374K
- List Price
  
  $141K - $1.5M
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  32 Listings
Southwestern Hills
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Waveland Park

Waveland Park earns the "park" half of its name, considering more than half of the neighborhood is rolling hills, trees and green space. A large cemetery and 18-hole golf course are on the western half, but the eastern half is not void of greenery itself. "The area has old homes and equally as old trees," says Martha Miller Johnson, a Realtor and
- Average Value
  
  $291K
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  $178K - $565K
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  6 Listings
Waveland Park
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Waveland Woods

Tucked against the greenery and natural charm of Waveland Park, the little community of Waveland Woods offers residents the secluded charm of suburbia while keeping them close to creature comforts and local conveniences. “You’ve got well-maintained homes in an excellent neighborhood surrounded by amenities, like schools, aquatic centers and a
- Average Value
  
  $284K
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  $149K - $753K
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  4 Listings
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Marquisville

At first glance, also known as North De Moines, might not stand out among neighboring communities — just a few pockets of neighborhoods scattered within Saylor Township. But there's something about the neighborhood that brings people back. "I have people who grew up there, and now they come to me and say, 'I want a house in this specific area,'"
- Average Value
  
  $284K
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  $143K - $717K
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  22 Listings
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Meredith

With its proximity to a variety of parks, shopping and entertainment, the residential suburb of Meredith “offers residents a unique blend of suburban tranquility and urban convenience,” says Rich Montanaro, a real estate agent at The American Real Estate Company with more than nine years of industry experience. Situated approximately 6 miles
- Average Value
  
  $281K
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  $183K - $448K
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  6 Listings
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Beaverdale

Northwest Des Moines’ Beaverdale neighborhood began to take shape and blossom once the old Fort Dodge State Road transitioned to Beaver Avenue in 1903. But it was at the height of the Great Depression when contractor E.T. McMurray built what would become the neighborhood’s most instantly recognizable feature. “Beaverdale was one of the first
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  $262K
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  $146K - $561K
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  19 Listings
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Lower Beaver

Lower Beaver is an established neighborhood that bridges convenience with a tranquil, green setting. Tucked away on the north side of Des Moines, the community has a population of roughly 6,500 people, most of whom are homeowners. Clean, low-traffic streets are hallmarks of this enduring community, as are the stunning views of the Des Moines River
- Average Value
  
  $253K
- List Price
  
  $171K - $394K
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  14 Listings
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Sheridan Gardens

At the furthest northeastern edge of the Des Moines city limits, Sheridan Gardens offers a quieter suburban experience without sacrificing proximity to the city. This atmosphere is accentuated by real estate prices that fall far below the statewide average. “People come here for the affordability and stay for the community,” says Tori Shanks,
- Average Value
  
  $206K
- List Price
  
  $120K - $275K
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  10 Listings
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Norwoodville

Bordering the meandering waters of Fourmile Creek, Norwoodville offers serene living with amenities such as a senior center, proximity to a Walgreens pharmacy, grocery stores and recreation. “Although the neighborhood is not really in the central Des Moines metropolitan area, it has easy access to the interstate,” says Jenn Ho Goh, Realtor at
- Average Value
  
  $190K
- List Price
  
  $70K - $331K
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  1 Listing
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Fairmont Park

This small Des Moines neighborhood is centered around Fairmont Park, a community space with an array of unique amenities, including a hillside slide. Jarod Snover, a local real estate agent with Iowa Realty Mills Crossing, says that this general area “is the new place to go because of its proximity to downtown with affordable home prices.” A
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  $187K
- List Price
  
  $125K - $325K
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  5 Listings
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Gray's Woods

Brimming with natural beauty, Gray’s Woods is a scenic community in Des Moines that is home to Strasser Woods State Preserve and Copper Creek Park. Partitioned by the meandering waters of Fourmile Creek, Gray’s Woods offers abundant recreation and water access within walking distance of area homes. The neighborhood is also in proximity to shops
- Average Value
  
  $177K
- List Price
  
  $101K - $294K
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  7 Listings
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Accent

Nestled into the furthest northeastern corner of Des Moines, the neighborhood of Accent represents a shift as the busier, noisier regions of the city devolve into quiet stretches of suburbia. Bordered by natural beauty and retail creature comforts, the area has attracted an equally eclectic population, with families, retirees and young
- Average Value
  
  $176K
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  $106K - $288K
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  12 Listings
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Chesterfield

Even with a large population and thriving city landscape, the Des Moines urban center quickly gives way to wide open spaces heading east of downtown. Chesterfield sits within this transitional space, a semi-urban enclave of modest homes, industrial parks and undeveloped land on the northern banks of the Des Moines River. The neighborhood is a
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  $167K
- List Price
  
  $116K - $285K
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  3 Listings
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Laurel Hill

Laurel Hill is a quiet neighborhood for at least 11 months of the year; however, all that changes when the Iowa State Fair comes to town in August. As next-door neighbors to the fairgrounds, residents experience over a million visitors. Taking this in stride, many resourceful community members rent out parking spots on their lawns to fairgoers.
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  $157K
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  $47K - $282K
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