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The Des Moines Register

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Steel plant executive offers SE Iowa promises — and hope

FORT MADISON — In a carpeted Quality Inn & Suites conference room, an executive in a navy-blue vest made promises to residents in the southeast corner of Iowa. First, Mesabi Metallics CEO Joe Broking promised the farmers, mechanics, local officials and others gathered there that his company would be transparent. Then, he promised them the world. Broking displayed a rendering of the company's plan: a sprawling industrial campus where employees will melt iron and turn it into rolled steel. He provided a long list of industries that could buy from the plant, from automakers to appliance manufacturers and construction materials suppliers. It will be “the cleanest, most environmentally friendly steel in the world at the lowest cost,” Broking said. “And we can do that right here in the U.S., right here in Iowa.” The promises kept coming. “Your schools are going to improve. Your housing market’s going to improve. Access to community amenities is going to improve,” Broking said. People in the crowd of about 100 whispered among themselves as he went on. “This is absolutely a fantastic opportunity for Mesabi Metallics and a fantastic opportunity for each and every one of you. And I can’t wait to actually come

Fort Madison, IA · 21h

Axios Des Moines

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WDM housing development could bring 2,200 homes

A new housing development could bring 2,200 homes to the western side of West Des Moines . Why it matters: The Trail West project will bring more housing and pricing options to the growing western suburbs. The big picture: The development would add to a growing stretch of western West Des Moines, near other major projects, including the planned Grand Experience and MidAmerican Energy RecPlex expansion, says West Des Moines economic development director Ryan Moffatt. State of play: Caliber Homes and Jerry's Homes are partnering to develop about 300 acres of farmland north of Booneville Road and west of Grand Prairie Parkway. The total project could reach around 760 acres. Zoom in: The first phase includes 130 single-family home lots. The number of phases is not yet known, and the project could take 10 to 15 years to build out. Caliber would focus on homes ranging from $800,000 to $3 million, while Jerry's Homes would offer lower-priced options. Jerry's Homes did not immediately respond to Axios' request for comment. The development could eventually include townhomes, apartments, rental condos and neighborhood-scale retail. It's an urban area with a "country aesthetic" with rolling hills and tree-lined waterways, Ryan Kauffman of Caliber Homes

West Des Moines, IA · 2d

The Financial Wire

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Senior homeowners in South Dakota, Idaho, Arizona and Iowa can file in 2027 for property tax freezes and credits, including Idaho’s cut of up to $1,500 due April 15

Idaho homeowners who are 65 or older can cut their property tax bill by as much as $1,500, but the application has to arrive between Jan. 1 and April 15. Three other states run their own 2027 programs for older owners: South Dakota freezes assessed value for applicants who file by April 1, Maricopa County... The post Senior homeowners in South Dakota, Idaho, Arizona and Iowa can file in 2027 for property tax freezes and credits, including Idaho’s cut of up to $1,500 due April 15 appeared first on The Financial Wire .

Idaho · 3d

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Git-N-Go denies rumors of closure amid store shutdowns and inventory issues

Git-N-Go convenience stores, part of the Des Moines-based chain, are facing business challenges, including store closures and inventory shortages, but the company has denied rumors of shutting down. Several locations, including stores in Winterset, Norwalk and Altoona and the Keo Way store in downtown Des Moines, are listed for sale...

Des Moines, IA · 23h
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Housing Finance

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Iowa Finance Authority Awards LIHTCs to Advance 595 Affordable Homes

The Iowa Finance Authority (IFA) has reserved nearly $9 million in federal low-income housing tax credits (LIHTCs) to help create four developments in Council Bluffs, Dubuque, Waterloo, and West Des Moines. The communities will provide 595 affordable homes for individuals and families. The recent awards were made through the 4%...

West Des Moines, IA · 1d

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CBRE closes sale of 540-unit multifamily portfolio in Des Moines market

CBRE arranged the sale of a two-property multifamily portfolio totaling 540 units in the Des Moines suburbs of Waukee and Johnston, Iowa. The transaction ranks among the largest multifamily portfolio sales for the Iowa market. CBRE’s Cy Fox, Ray Hamilton and Clark Matthews represented the sellers, ARTISAN Capital Group and...

Des Moines, IA · 2d

FinanceBuzz

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11 Small Towns Where Retirees Can Live Like Millionaires on $75,000 a Year

See how a $75,000 retirement budget stretches across 11 small towns, from rents and home values to Social Security taxes, health care, and local character.

Ames, IA · 3d

Western Iowa Today

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Trapping Season Underway in Iowa as Fur Prices Increase

(Lewis) Iowa’s trapping season is underway, with about 15,000 people trapping statewide. Populations of most fur-bearing species remain stable or are slightly increasing. The season opened Saturday, November 7, and rising fur prices could make this a good year for those considering trapping for the first time or returning to the activity.

Iowa · 4d

Realtor.com News & Insights

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Des Moines Inventory Grows Well Above the National Pace as Homes Sit Longer

Des Moines buyers gained breathing room as inventory grew well above the national pace and homes spent more time on the market.

Des Moines, IA · 5d

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New Iowa Land Records Service Helps Protect Property Owners

Iowa homeowners and business owners now have a new way to keep an eye on activity involving their property through a free statewide notification service. The Iowa County Recorders and Iowa Land Records (ILR) have announced the launch of the ILR Notification System. The service is designed to help Iowans stay informed about recently recorded documents that may involve their names or businesses.

Iowa · 3d

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Iowa Developer Consider Housing Development in Specer

(Spencer)--Spencer Economic Development Corporation is in talks with a developer about the potential for a new housing development in Spencer. SEDC hosted Iowa-based housing developer Kading in July to showcase Spencer’s housing opportunities, workforce needs, and ongoing development efforts. SEDC President Jason Warren. Each year, Kading selects five communities...

Iowa · 3d

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Des Moines Breaks Ground on 6 Affordable Homes in River Bend, 27 Years in Waiting

A patch of land on Seventh Street that Urban Dreams has owned since 1999 is finally getting the affordable homes the organization always planned for it. Construction began this week on a six-unit development at 1411 Seventh St. in Des Moines’ River Bend neighborhood, a $1.9 million project aimed at working individuals and families priced out of the local housing market.

Des Moines, IA · 5d

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Former Arizona Brewers Lease East Village's Old Twisted Vine Space for Atrum Brewing

A craft brewing group has signed a lease for the 7,000-square-foot building at 114 E. Fourth St. in Des Moines' East Village, the former home of Twisted Vine Brewery, with plans to open a new spot called Atrum Brewing by mid-December. The deal brings new life to a space that sat empty after Twisted Vine closed in early July.

Des Moines, IA · 7d

Des Moines Business Record

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Davidson Building among 8 Iowa projects awarded historic preservation tax credits

The historic Davidson Building in downtown Des Moines has been awarded nearly $1.46 million in state historic preservation tax credits to support its rehabilitation, one of eight projects across Iowa receiving a combined $18.5 million in tax credits. The Iowa Economic Development Authority announced the awards this week through its...

Des Moines, IA · 6d

Agriculture Online

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More Than 20,800 Acres of Iowa Farmland Are Headed to the Auction Block in November

More than 20,428 acres of farmland are scheduled to be auctioned in Iowa during November 2026. Listings span 56 counties and range from 14–1,300 acres. Here’s a closer look at several notable sales. Emmet County. More than 1,300 acres of Iowa farmland in Emmet County will be offered...

Emmet County, IA · 8d

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Urban Dreams, Hubbell Break Ground on New Affordable Housing in Des Moines Northside infill project expands access to quality housing in DSM neighborhood

DES MOINES, Iowa – Urban Dreams, alongside Hubbell Construction Services, has announced a new affordable housing addition to Des Moines with the construction of a six-unit multifamily building at 1411 7th Street. The homes will be built in the River Bend community in Des Moines, in an area where...

Des Moines, IA · 8d

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Apartment Complex in Jefferson Alleviates Flooding Concerns, on Track to Open Next Summer

A rental housing project is seeing some big strides in Jefferson. City Administrator Scott Peterson says the Wheldon project, next to Ace Hardware, on North Maple Street, is shaping up nicely with the 50 rental units that are being developed by KCG Companies. “There’s a bunch of eight-plexes. There’s six...

Jefferson, IA · 8d

The Des Moines Register

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Live the ultimate East Village experience inside this $1.2M condo

With a footprint larger than a typical home, a sprawling East Village loft-style condo offers the rare chance to live, work or combine the two in a space Realtor BJ Knapp calls a “one-of-one” experience. Locals and visitors passing The Creamery ice cream shop and Aimée fashion boutique at 424 E. Locust St. might never guess that a sprawling 5,075-square-foot residence sits just above them. “There's so much room, so much space,” Knapp said. The condo’s size, location and possibilities are unusual, and so is its $1.2 million asking price, which was set using sales of smaller penthouses across the metro as comparisons. The condo delivers classic downtown loft style with hardwood floors, exposed brick, a gas fireplace and a wall of windows that fills the expansive main space with natural light. The open-plan kitchen includes an island and existing equipment, and Knapp noted that if future owners were considering remodeling, there is immediate potential to create a showstopping kitchen. The entire building and some of its neighbors date back to 1880, with this section undergoing extensive renovations in 2012. Knapp explained the loft has “a nice little flow to it,” and acknowledged the next tenant might decide to decorate

Des Moines, IA · 10d

expansionsolutionsmagazine.com

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Iowa Awards More Than $18.5M in Historic Preservation Tax Credits for Eight Redevelopment Projects

DES MOINES, Iowa (Nov. 2, 2026) — The Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) has awarded more than $18.5 million in State Historic Preservation Tax Credits to support the rehabilitation of eight historic properties across Iowa. The projects are located in Burlington, Des Moines, Dubuque, Iowa City, Ottumwa and Waterloo....

Iowa · 9d

iheart.com

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Des Moines Area Housing Market Sees More Inventory, Sales in September

(Des Moines, IA) -- Last month was another strong month for the Des Moines housing market. September saw increases in inventory in the Des Moines area housing market as well as strong sales and an increase in home values. Despite expectations of a fall market cooldown, active listings in the Des Moines area rose 14.2% in September to 5,028 active listings. Last month also saw an increase of 4.8% in closed sales to a total of 1,207, up from 1,152 in September of 2025.

Des Moines, IA · 10d