Why settle for standard when you can have custom charm? Built in 2021 and located in Ankeny’s sought-after Deer Creek Estates, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers the clean, modern feel buyers love—paired with thoughtful custom touches you rarely find in new construction at this price point.
From the moment you step inside, you’ll notice upgraded lighting throughout, adding warmth and personality beyond the builder standard. The kitchen stands out with a finished tile backsplash, upgraded double oven stove (hello built in air fryer!), trendy handles, and polished design details, while the primary suite brings extra character with custom wallpaper in the bathroom. Even the laundry room gets a designer touch, making everyday spaces feel intentional and elevated.
The unfinished basement offers a blank slate for future living space—perfect for a family room, home gym, and an additional bedroom/bathroom. Set in a growing neighborhood, moments away from Costco, and the incredible shopping and dining planned in the new Spectrum 36 District. Surrounded by newer homes, this property delivers the benefits of newer construction without sacrificing style or waiting on timelines.
If you’re looking for a move-in-ready home with just a little more personality than the rest, this one is worth a closer look.
Listing Courtesy of IOWA AOR / Century 21 Signature Real Estate / Thomas Payne
$329,900 (USD)
Bondurant Area Single Family Home
Pending
3306 Hawthorn Drive SW Bondurant, IA 50035
4 Bed
3 Baths
1342 sqft
MLS# 733868
This isn’t just another home — it’s an entertainer’s dream with a basement that steals the show. Welcome to this beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 3-bath ranch in Bondurant’s desirable Wolf Creek Estates—where modern updates meet everyday functionality.
The heart of the home is the completely remodeled kitchen (2023), featuring stylish finishes and a layout that flows effortlessly into the main living space. New flooring throughout main area (2023) gives the entire home a fresh, cohesive feel and makes it truly move-in ready.
Downstairs, the fully finished basement steals the show with a trendy movie room, complete with a wet bar (you will LOVE the leathered granite countertops)—perfect for hosting game nights, movie marathons, or entertaining friends and family. You’ll also love the abundant storage and smart updates that make this home as practical as it is impressive. Outside is a fully fenced backyard, extended patio setup and fresh curb appeal. With access to a community clubhouse, playground and pool your hosting options are endless.
With generous living space, thoughtful upgrades, and an unbeatable setup for entertaining, this home checks every box for comfort, style, and fun.
Listing Courtesy of IOWA AOR / Century 21 Signature Real Estate / Thomas Payne
$299,900 (USD)
West Des Moines Area Single Family Home
Active
5016 Westwood Drive West Des Moines, IA 50265
3 Bed
3 Baths
1364 sqft
MLS# 733457
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Affordable homes in West Des Moines often come with trade-offs—needing significant work, being in a less-desirable location, or offering limited space to grow. This home avoids all three.
A wide open entryway welcomes you in and flows seamlessly into a spacious main level designed for entertaining. The living and dining room are open to each other with large gatherings or everyday life in mind. The updated kitchen anchors the space, taking the guess work out of meal prep. The finished basement adds valuable additional living space, perfect for movie nights, game days, a home office, or guests.
Important updates provide peace of mind, including a furnace replaced in 2022 and exterior paint completed in 2025, making this a move-in-ready option rather than a project. With room to grow, thoughtful updates already completed, and spaces that truly support entertaining, this home stands out as a rare affordable opportunity in West Des Moines.
Listing Courtesy of IOWA AOR / Century 21 Signature Real Estate / Thomas Payne
$283,000 (USD)
Ankeny Area Single Family Home
Active
118 SW Arlan Drive Ankeny, IA 50023
3 Bed
2 Baths
1167 sqft
MLS# 733209
Updated with care and an eye toward the home’s original character, this established Ankeny bungalow offers improvements that feel natural to the era rather than overly forced or trendy.
Beautifully restored hardwood floors throughout much of the main level. The kitchen was remodeled in 2021 with finishes that feel intentional to the style of the house, followed by a bathroom remodel in 2023 that continues the same cohesive approach. In 2025, the entire home was freshly painted, new lighting was added throughout, and a radon mitigation system was installed, creating a move-in-ready feel while maintaining the home’s original warmth.
The main floor offers two bedrooms, with an additional room upstairs provides a private third bedroom or flexible bonus space. The finished basement features an incredible movie room complete with LED accent lighting and wiring for surround sound, along with an unfinished storage room featuring an epoxied floor for clean, durable storage.
Outside, the yard adds to the home’s charm with two apple trees, a peach tree, and raspberry plants, offering both beauty and seasonal enjoyment. Large 8x21 deck in front plus patio in the back. Garage is fully insulated and heated. Updated windows, and siding replaced in 2014!
With updates completed over time, quality craftsmanship, and improvements that feel true to the age of the home, this bungalow offers a rare combination of character, confidence, and comfort.
Listing Courtesy of IOWA AOR / Century 21 Signature Real Estate / Thomas Payne
$278,000 (USD)
Grimes Area Single Family Home
Active
700 NE 6th Street Grimes, IA 50111
4 Bed
2 Baths
853 sqft
MLS# 731713
Welcome home to this beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 2-bath split foyer in the heart of Grimes. Thoughtfully refreshed throughout, this low-maintenance home features stylish quartz countertops, updated finishes, newer furnace, and a functional layout designed for everyday living. The split-level design offers two comfortable living spaces—perfect for entertaining, privacy, and everything in between! You will love entertaining for the holidays in this spacious layout!
Step outside to enjoy a fully fenced backyard ideal for pets, play, or summer gatherings, along with a spacious 2-car detached garage providing plenty of storage. Located within walking distance to Lions Park and just minutes from the new sports complex, this home offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and community. A move-in-ready opportunity in a sought-after Grimes location—don’t miss it.
Listing Courtesy of IOWA AOR / Century 21 Signature Real Estate / Thomas Payne
From the moment you step inside, you’ll notice upgraded lighting throughout, adding warmth and personality beyond the builder standard. The kitchen stands out with a finished tile backsplash, upgraded double oven stove (hello built in air fryer!), trendy handles, and polished design details, while the primary suite brings extra character with custom wallpaper in the bathroom. Even the laundry room gets a designer touch, making everyday spaces feel intentional and elevated.
The unfinished basement offers a blank slate for future living space—perfect for a family room, home gym, and an additional bedroom/bathroom. Set in a growing neighborhood, moments away from Costco, and the incredible shopping and dining planned in the new Spectrum 36 District. Surrounded by newer homes, this property delivers the benefits of newer construction without sacrificing style or waiting on timelines.
If you’re looking for a move-in-ready home with just a little more personality than the rest, this one is worth a closer look.