– Real estate experts advise prospective residents looking to settle in Des Moines to consider a variety of factors, such as neighborhood amenities, affordability, and safety before making a move. (Oh, and if you’re not set about Iowa and still considering Hawaii, good luck with those bungalow-insanity prices.)
– Downtown Des Moines tops the chart for the walkers’ paradise. It offers easy access to offices, shopping malls, restaurants, and nightspots, without much need for a car. Perfect if you’re into metropolis vibes and less thrilled about suburban lawn-mowing activities.
– Beaverdale is loved for its charming brick homes and a rooted sense of community. This little gem fosters a small-town vibe, right in the heart of the city, with annual festivals to boot. (Matching Beaverdale T-shirts not included.)
– Sherman Hills pulls in history buffs with some of the city’s oldest homes. Still sound after all these years (like your aunt Mildred), these houses possess exquisite construction that screams character, not to mention fantastic views of Downtown.
– The young’uns and newlyweds are mostly seen flocking to Ingersoll Park. Surrounded by trendy bars, eateries, and live music venues, it’s got vibrant city life written all over it. Renters also appreciate it for its affordable apartments. (No, a swanky loft doesn’t come with a personal barista – sorry!)
– Other honorable mentions on the list include Gray’s Woods, Waterbury, Salisbury Oaks, Southwestern Hills, Waveland Woods, Greater South Side, Somerset, and Indianola Hills.
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As anyone who’s been apartment hunting in a new city knows, it’s like a dizzying roller coaster ride – one that occasionally drops you in seedy back alleys or face-to-face with the lair of the world’s loudest dog. So, hats off to our Iowan friends who’ve made the process a tad less torturous with this handy guide to the 12 “must-consider” neighborhoods in Des Moines.
Each area comes with its distinctive quirks and charm, whether that’s the historical grandeur of buildings in Sherman Hills or Beaverdale’s infectious community spirit. And let’s not forget downtown, a pedestrian’s paradise, where they wave goodbye to tiresome commutes and embrace the city’s thrum like a newfound hobby. Now, if only every city had “neighborhood handbooks” like this. But then again, this isn’t any old city — it’s Des Moines, after all. Cue the applause for small-town charm with big-city convenience.
Original article: https://www.redfin.com/blog/des-moines-ia-neighborhoods/
