Looking for Halloween fun around Ankeny and Des Moines? From trick-or-treating and Night Eyes to Halloween in Uptown, Living History Farms and haunted attractions, here's your guide to Halloween events around Central Iowa in 2026.

Looking for more room at an affordable price? Explore this 3-bedroom Luther, Iowa home on 1.13 acres with a large fenced backyard, detached 3-car garage, chicken coop and unfinished basement with room for future possibilities.

Pumpkin patches, apple picking, corn mazes, fall colors and Halloween fun—there's plenty to do around Ankeny this fall. Here are some of the best fall activities and pumpkin patches to add to your 2026 bucket list.

Choosing the right listing agent can have a major impact on your home sale. Here are the questions Ankeny homeowners should ask—and what to look for—before deciding who will represent their home.

Hoping to be in a new home by Christmas? Whether you’re buying, selling, or doing both, timing matters. Here’s what Ankeny buyers and sellers should know about starting the process, planning for closing, and making a move before the holidays.

Get your Iowa home ready for winter with this first-freeze checklist, including outdoor faucets, pipes, gutters, furnaces and other fall maintenance.

Should you renovate your home before selling in Ankeny, Iowa? Learn which updates can increase buyer interest, which projects may not be worth the investment, and how to maximize your home's value before listing.

Explore 5713 NE Sherman in Ankeny’s Harvest Ridge neighborhood. This $1.2M home offers 6 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, 5,400+ sq ft, 0.69 acres, five garage stalls, incredible outdoor living, and a finished lower level.

Looking for a spacious townhome in Ankeny with main-level living? Tour 321 NE 31st St in Briarwood, featuring approximately 2,600 finished sq ft, 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a sunroom, two fireplaces, and a finished walkout lower level.

A spacious 4-bedroom home for sale in Carlisle, Iowa! 520 N 1st Street offers nearly 2,200 finished square feet, 3.5 bathrooms, a finished basement, two-story living room, two-sided fireplace, large deck, hot tub, and attached 2-car garage—all for $315,000.

Getting ready for an open house? From decluttering and deep cleaning to improving curb appeal and preparing for buyers, here’s how Ankeny homeowners can get their home ready to make a strong first impression.

Ranch homes are one of the most popular home styles in Ankeny, Iowa. Learn why buyers love single-level living, what features to look for, and whether a ranch home is the right fit for your lifestyle.

Touring a home is about more than deciding if you like the kitchen or backyard. Here are the questions every buyer should ask during a home showing in Ankeny, Iowa, so you can make a more informed decision before writing an offer.

Take a look inside 2022 NW Lakeside Drive, a completely updated 4-bedroom ranch for sale in NW Ankeny. With 2,597 finished square feet, an updated kitchen and bathrooms, finished basement with a large bar, fenced backyard, and a location near Ankeny Centennial High School and Prairie Ridge Sports Complex, this home offers space, updates, and a convenient location for $379,900.

Looking for an acreage for sale in Madrid, Iowa? Explore 1555 Q Ave, featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1.55 acres and three detached outbuildings with plenty of room for hobbies, storage and more.

Wondering which home improvements are actually worth making before you sell? From fresh paint and curb appeal to flooring and minor kitchen updates, here are the projects that can make the biggest impact—and where you may be better off saving your money.

Thinking about selling your home this fall in Ankeny, Iowa? Learn how to prepare your home, attract motivated buyers, maximize curb appeal, and make the most of the fall real estate market.

Inside 1103 NW Mils Dr: A $595K Ranch in NW Ankeny’s Kidman Estates Step inside this 5-bedroom ranch in NW Ankeny’s Kidman Estates, featuring 2,500 finished square feet, an open main level, spacious primary suite, finished basement with wet bar, covered deck, and 3-car garage.

Welcome to 30649 Deer Drive in Huxley! This spacious 1.5-story home offers 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 2,344 square feet, a main-level primary suite, oversized heated garage, and a beautifully updated outdoor living space with a new patio, fire pit, and landscaping.

Looking for an affordable home in Roland, Iowa? Tour 222 N Erickson St, a 3-bedroom ranch featuring a remodeled kitchen, unfinished basement, detached 2-car garage, and nice-sized backyard—all for $189,900.