Useful information and links about the Des Moines area communities. Parks, shopping, schools and community attractions. What you need to know about areas when you are looking to purchase a home.

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As 2020 nears its end, I have been reflecting on all the challenges the year brought in its wake. Despite all of this, however, I am focusing this month on finding the good in our world. When the storms are gathering, I have a few simple steps to let the sunshine break through.

Surviving 2020

As 2020 nears its end, I have been reflecting on all the challenges the year brought in its wake. The pandemic, the derecho, economic instability, hard discussions about race and…

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Broadband Search, has an in-depth blog page dedicated to the best internet providers in the Des Moines area

Best Internet Providers in Des Moines, IA

The following is a guest blog from Broadband Search | Photo: Canva Broadband Search have put thousands of hours into our extensive research and our rankings are completely unbiased. They…

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Norwalk

Norwalk, Iowa is a family-friendly, economically strong community that offers metro living with a small-town atmosphere. Just 10 minutes from the metro south of the metro area. The area started…

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Altoona

AltoonaThe Altoona community is the northeastern suburb of the Des Moines metro area, located directly off the Interstate 80 and the Highway 65 bypass. It is only a 15-minute drive…

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Grimes

Grimes Grimes is located on the northwest side of Greater Des Moines area. It offers the amenities of city living while maintaining all the advantages of a small hometown. Convenient…

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Johnston

The city of Johnston is another fast-growing Northern suburb of the Des Moines Metro area. Johnston is home to numerous businesses and organizations, parks and bike trails.  There is always something…

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Waukee

Waukee Waukee, the western most suburbs of Des Moines is one of the areas fastest growing communities.  Located west of Interstate 35 and straddling Interstate 80. Waukee is a great…

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Ankeny

AnkenyAnkeny is north of the metropolitan area it has one of the areas fastest growing housing markets.   Many successful businesses have settled in Ankeny, attracted by its highly skilled and…

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