MR. MOTO REALTY · Grimes, IOWA
Homes for sale in Grimes, Iowa
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Living in Grimes
A local’s guide to buying in Grimes
Grimes sits northwest of Des Moines, about 12 miles from downtown, in both Polk and Dallas counties. A Grimes address can fall in either county, so the assessor record you need depends on the property. Mr. Moto Realty will confirm which one applies and set up alerts for new Grimes listings, then bring recent nearby sales so your offer reflects the market. If you also want to see Johnston, Waukee, or Dallas Center, we can schedule those tours on the same day. Owners can start with a no-cost comparable sales review of their home. Grimes is about 13.7 square miles in Polk and Dallas counties. School district boundaries vary by address, so we confirm the district for any home you consider. Not sure where to start? Tell us your budget and timing, and we will tell you what Grimes has on the market now and what has recently sold. The homes below are current MLS listings for Grimes.
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Homes for sale in Grimes
Listing information is provided by Participants of the Des Moines Area Association of Realtors. IDX information is provided exclusively for personal, non-commercial use, and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Copyright 2026, Des Moines Area Association of Realtors.
Last checked: 2026-10-22 01:18 AM UTC
Questions about Grimes
Grimes home buying FAQ
What should I know before buying a home in Grimes?
Grimes sits northwest of Des Moines, in both Polk and Dallas counties. Before you start, decide your price range and timeline, then ask us to set up an alert for new Grimes listings. Property assessments and tax records come from the county assessor for the property's county, and we can pull recent sales near any Grimes address you like so you know what similar homes have sold for.
What should I know about buying a rental or flip in Grimes?
Start with the numbers for the specific address: purchase price, likely rent, repairs, taxes and insurance. Some cities require rental registration or inspections, so we confirm Grimes's current rules with the city before you commit. Mr. Moto Realty works with investors across the metro and can pull comparable sales and rental comps for Grimes.
Can Mr. Moto Realty show me homes in other nearby cities?
Yes. Our team works across the Des Moines metro, so you can tour homes in Grimes and other cities on the same day. Cities near Grimes include Urbandale, Johnston, Clive, Granger, Windsor Heights and Waukee.
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Mr. Moto Realty LLC is a real estate team licensed in the State of Iowa with Keller Williams Realty Greater Des Moines (Company Lic ID: F05542000), 4001 Westown Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA 50266. Equal Housing Opportunity.
Affiliated Business Disclosure: Mr. Moto Realty has a business relationship with Growth Construction LLC and Growth Investments LLC, which are owned in whole or in part by members of our team. You are not required to use any affiliated company as a condition of working with us. You are free to choose any contractor or service provider.
Lender and Program Information: Mr. Moto Realty is not a lender. Loan and program eligibility is determined by the lender or program administrator. Buyers are free to choose any lender.