Des Moines, Iowa?
You bet. Des Moines is a great place to live and work.
Greater Des Moines is one of the fastest-growing metros in the country and it is no wonder. U.S. News & World Report call us the #1 Best Affordable Place to Live. Forbes ranks Des Moines in the top 5 Best Places for Business and Careers.
Residents love living here and take pride in cultivating a dynamic city where professionals of all ages want to live and work. We have a long-standing reputation for being a wonderful place to raise a family, but the benefits of living in Des Moines go far beyond that.
In Greater Des Moines (DSM), it's easy to live life without giving up the excitement of living in a happening city. As a local, you'll find affordable living, vibrant Downtown amenities, welcoming suburbs, world-class education and commute times averaging 20 minutes or less. Des Moines has it all.
DSM hosts a nationally renowned farmers market.
We host a nationally renowned Farmers Market and Art Festival and attract top Broadways and musical entertainment from around the world.
Bike trails run throughout the city there is a huge network of trails across the state. The countryside surrounding Des Moines is gorgeous with rolling green hills, forests, rivers and lakes.
Sound good? It is! People love living here. Check us out. You'll be glad you did. 515-270-0280
World Class Restaurants
International Cuisine, Seafood and Steak, Farm to Table. We have it all! In addition to numerous James Beard-nominated chefs, local eateries featured on "The Food Network" and "The Travel Channel" is a frequent occurrence in Des Moines.
Exciting Entertainment
From Broadway shows, to big name musical entertainers, to outdoor festivals, this is a community that has cultivated an environment of culture and the arts. You’ll quickly learn to love Des Moines’ vibrant patios, happy hours, neighborhood watering holes and much more.
Bike Trails
Explore more than 800 miles of trail systems throughout Greater Des Moines. Great for walking, hiking, biking, running, and even cross country skiing and snowshoeing.
Affordable Living
Our Downtown area has exciting options from converted lofts, to townhomes on the river, and modern condos. The suburbs are varied and none are more than 20 minutes from Downtown by freeway.
