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MidCentury, technicolor Ranch w/yard, w+d, parking
- Ranch home in Des Moines' friendly Beaverdale neighborhood - Steps from grocery store, ice cream shop+dining - Blocks to more dining+shops - Less than 5 minutes from Drake University - Around 10 minutes from downtown, Des Moines, Arts Center, parks - Easy access within 15 minutes to suburbs - 1000+ feet with open living, dining and kitchen, 2 beds, 1 bath, laundry and on-site parking - Outdoor front porch, back patio+fire pit - Perfect for a family or two couples ***Send your special requests!

Enjoy golf course views with hot tub and fire pit.
Leann and I are your hosts and our goal is not only to provide you with a clean and safe environment but also the opportunity to create lasting memories with friends and family. Our home is adjacent to Terrace Hills GC and you will find outdoor deck amenities that you will not find at any other Altoona area daily rental; golf course views, hot tub, and fire pit! Our calendar nightly rate is for 2 guests. Additional guest(s), $20.00 per person, per night. Thanks for viewing our information!

Effortless Landing near Airport
Welcome to the Effortless Landing! Our super clean and comfy, Boho style retreat. Private keyless entry with off street parking. Enjoy a queen bed, additional pull out queen bed in couch, local coffee, & all the amenities like fiber wifi, TV, linens, full kitchen, & laundry. Add that to the wonderful surroundings of the city of Des Moines, in a quiet, centrally located neighborhood. Conveniently located 4 minutes from the Des Moines International Airport, & 7 minutes to Downtown Des Moines!

Peaceful Setting & Modern Style
Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and retreat to your own private oasis with this charming 2 Bedroom Airbnb. The house provides present-day amenities while still honoring the original 1930s character. You’ll enjoy a new and sparkling clean kitchen, complete with all the appliances and utensils you need. The bathroom, laundry, dining room, reading nook and living room have all been beautifully updated as well, ensuring that you'll feel right at home from the moment you arrive.

The Carol Anne-Charming 2bd/2ba Victorian near DT!
This Victorian-era duplex is the perfect mix of Victorian and modern for all the comforts of home. Perfect for quick or extended trips. Location can't be beat: Walking distance to Drake University. Minutes by car to downtown, hospitals, Ingersoll district and proximity to I-235 gets you anywhere in the city. Off street parking/electronic locks make check-in a easy. 2 large bedrooms w/queen beds, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, laundry, closets, and more making it ideal for multiple guests!

Luxury 4 BR Mid-Century Modern home
Mid-Century Modern home unlike any other! This home was built by an architect who designed it with such quality and appeal that you will be amazed. Inside, an open layout allows a seamless flow where multiple entertainment spaces beckon. A fabulous location means you are only moments away from some of Des Moines’ best attractions. This home sits less than 10 minutes from downtown and close to biking trails, putting you within blocks of the city’s many restaurants, bars and shops.

Cozy Spa Home Close to Downtown
Enjoy the feeling of a cozy home while you visit Des Moines! This wonderful home is close to downtown, bike trails, and Riverview park where you can walk the Des Moines river. Lots of light, beautiful fenced backyard with porch, fire pit, and large charcoal grill! Full kitchen with Everything you need to cook an amazing meal. Bathroom with a large double head shower, and large soaking tub. Hulu, Netflix, and Amazon are set up on three televisions. Washer and dryer for your use!

Newly Remodeled Home with Walk-In Shower
My home is located in a safe and quiet neighborhood of Ankeny with a 16 min. drive to downtown Des Moines and Wells Fargo Arena. The high trestle trail is about 8 blocks away with a nice park 1 block away. The highlight of my home is the newly remodeled bedrooms and bathroom. There are queen beds in each of the bedrooms. The guest bed is brand new. The living room has a 55” LG OLED 4k TV with a PlayStation 5. I have high-speed cable internet with cable through slingTV.

Woodland Heights hist. district house on the hill.
Beautiful historic duplex house in the heart of woodland heights. Walking distance to downtown and next to Ingersoll avenue which is full of shops, bars, restaurants and more. Our place allows 2 parking spots on site with a side entrance to your upstairs Airbnb. The 800+ sq ft space includes a private kitchen, bathroom, bedroom, living room, and balcony with views of downtown. Picnic table and grassy area below balcony can be used on those nice Iowa days.

Quintessential Iowa Stay -Quiet, Cozy & Convenient
Bring the family and settle into our newer ranch home in tranquil Bondurant — just minutes from Des Moines and all the area’s top attractions! *Adventureland Park 2 miles *Prairie Meadows Casino 2 miles *Outlets of DSM 2 miles *Civic Center 12 miles *Jack Trice Stadium Ames 34 miles *Newton Speedway 27 miles *The District at Prairie Trail Ankeny 12 miles *Blank Park Zoo 17 miles *Iowa State Fairgrounds 11 miles *Des Moines Farmers’ Market 12 miles

Large Home Near Adventureland, Fair, downtown DSM
Speedy access to the best that Des Moines and eastern Polk County have to offer--downtown, the fairgrounds, and Adventureland! Spacious, comfortable, and classic home tucked away in a quiet, lush, established Pleasant Hill neighborhood just minutes away from most of the capital's popular destinations. The Hill on Tyler provides space for multi-family getaways or medium- and large-sized groups. Walking and biking trails are quite close.

White Oak Hillside Oasis
Our 3 bedroom hilltop 1950’s home with wonderful views of the capital and city of Des Moines is the perfect place for your stay. Nestled just south of downtown in a quiet historic Italian neighborhood, you are within walking distance from a world class brewery, bars, restaurants and miles of walking and biking trails surrounding Gray’s Lake. We are within a few miles of everything else that the downtown area of Des Moines has to offer!
Popular amenities for Altoona house rentals
House rentals with a pool

Comfortable and Spacious Five Bedroom Home

Urbandale Oasis

Ankeny Stay | Gym | Game Room | Spa | BBQ | I-35

New Arrival Bright Neat Nascent Neighborly Garage

Big Groups/GameRM/Pool/Hot tub/Large backyard/Pets

Summer House DSM

Urban Oasis with Pool & Hot Tub

Grimes Getaway with pool
Weekly house rentals

Newer two bedroom home in the heart of Des Moines.

Central DSM Sleeps 6 Walk to Shops and Dining

The Norwood

Modern Comfort in Ankeny

CozyHouse w/ HotTub, Sleeps 8,3BR,2BA,2LvngRms

Warm and inviting ranch

Pet-Friendly w/ Fenced Yard! Sleeps 4- Central DSM

Close to Adventureland & State Fair -Privacy Fence
Private house rentals

Des Moines Bungalow in Drake University Area

Retro 2 Bedroom APT in Waukee, IA

The 515 House - Stylish Stay Near Dwntwn + Airport

Cozy Cute Bungalow

The Modern Getaway

The Draper-MCM Spacious Ranch minutes to it all

The Rehoboth - Iowa (Entire Home) Deluxe & Elegant

Rest At Ease in Ankeny
When is the best time to visit Altoona?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | G$20,677 GYD | G$20,885 GYD | G$19,423 GYD | G$21,512 GYD | G$21,512 GYD | G$24,227 GYD | G$26,316 GYD | G$27,151 GYD | G$26,525 GYD | G$34,461 GYD | G$30,702 GYD | G$30,075 GYD |
| Avg. temp | -6°C | -3°C | 4°C | 10°C | 16°C | 21°C | 23°C | 22°C | 18°C | 11°C | 3°C | -3°C |
Quick stats about house rentals in Altoona

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Explore 30 vacation rentals in Altoona

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Altoona vacation rentals start at G$6,266 GYD per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly vacation rentals
20 properties offer extra space & kid-friendly amenities

Pet-friendly vacation rentals
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Rentals with dedicated workspaces
10 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
20 of Altoona vacation rentals include wi-fi access

Popular amenities for guests
Guests love Kitchen, Wifi, and Pool across Altoona rentals

4.9 Average rating
Altoona stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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