Drake Neighborhood

Drake Neighborhood is one of the oldest, largest, and most diverse neighborhoods in Des Moines.

Welcome to the Drake Neighborhood

Anchored by Drake University, this is without question one of Des Moines’ most vibrant neighborhoods. Minutes from downtown Des Moines by car, bike or bus, the neighborhood is home to beautiful boulevards, mature trees, established churches, and a unique mix of turn-of-the-century homes.

Many amenities are within walking and cycling distance: Best of all, residents come from all walks of life and take pride in their vibrant, friendly sense of community.

Why Choose the Drake Neighborhood?

The Drake neighborhood embodies a vibrant, walkable community with easy access to shops, restaurants, and entertainment, plus beautiful homes and a strong sense of neighborhood pride.

There’s always something to do in the neighborhood. Enjoy live music at the many music venues; catch a movie at the iconic Varsity Theater; grab a bite at a local eatery or coffee shop; attend a Drake Bulldog Division I athletic event; explore local boutiques, art galleries, and farmers' markets; or simply relax and enjoy the neighborhood's many parks and green spaces.

The Drake neighborhood offers a sophisticated blend of convenient local businesses and highly sought-after residences.

Our partnership with Invest DSM

To make the Drake Neighborhood an even better place to live, the neighborhood has been designated a Special Investment District (SID). With help from Invest DSM, homeowners and developers can tap into grants and other resources to help them renovate homes, build new ones, and bring fresh life to the neighborhood.

We help our clients leverage Invest DSM programs to upgrade their current home or purchase a professionally restored classic.

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Drake Neighborhood Real Estate Trends

Today’s Drake Neighborhood real estate market is competitive, with high demand and generally quick sale times. We benefit from a decent inventory of classic homes ready for renovation; as well as professionally completed renovations ready for their new owners

Graph of the median sale price in Drake, IA

Your Drake Neighborhood Real Estate Team

Choosing the right partner is a big decision, and we want you to feel confident in your choice. Take a look at how we work with our clients; and If our work resonates with you we'd love to talk to you..

What do you want to do?

I want to buy a house

As your Buyer's Agent, we will simplify the process and save you time and money on the road to your new home.

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I want to sell my house

As your Seller’s Agent, we will make your selling experience as rapid, painless, and profitable as possible.

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I want to renovate my house

Do you own a classic home in need of a makeover? We can manage your project from beginning to end.

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Explore Our Renovation Portfolio

Choosing the right partner for your home renovation is a big decision, and we want you to feel confident in your choice. Take a look at some of the transformations we've delivered for other clients.

If our work resonates with you, we'd love to talk to you about how we can bring your vision to life!

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Featured Drake Neighborhood Renovation

988 26th St. | Des Moines

Drake Neighborhood