Des Moines & Surrounding Communities

Helping You Find More Than a House.

Personal guidance, local expertise, and a better real estate experience from the first conversation to closing.

Serving Des Moines and Surrounding Communities
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Featured $589,000
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,840 Sq. Ft.
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1247 Hawthorne Ridge
West Des Moines, IA
$589,000
4Beds
3Baths
2,840Sq. Ft.
Single Family
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6821 Aspen Court
Waukee, IA
$469,500
4Beds
3Baths
2,415Sq. Ft.
Single Family
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3908 Rosewood Lane
Clive, IA
$725,000
5Beds
4Baths
3,620Sq. Ft.
Single Family
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914 Willow Creek Drive
Ankeny, IA
$419,900
3Beds
3Baths
2,180Sq. Ft.
New Construction
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2815 Woodland Avenue
Des Moines, IA
$349,500
3Beds
2Baths
1,940Sq. Ft.
Townhome
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15680 Brookview Drive
Urbandale, IA
$539,900
4Beds
3Baths
2,710Sq. Ft.
Single Family
Buying

Buying Should Feel Exciting, Not Overwhelming.

Finding the right home involves more than scrolling through listings. I'll help you understand the market, evaluate your options, prepare a competitive offer, and navigate the process from search to closing.

Start Your Home Search
1

Define Your Search

We'll talk about what you need, where you want to live, and what matters most.

2

Find the Right Home

We'll narrow the search and evaluate properties based on your priorities.

3

Make Your Move

From the offer through closing, you'll know what is happening and what comes next.

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Home Presentation
Prepared for a standout first impression.
Selling

Thinking About Selling?

The right strategy starts before your home ever reaches the market. Pricing, presentation, photography, marketing, and negotiation all play a role.

Market Analysis

Understand how your property compares to the current market.

Pricing Strategy

Develop a thoughtful pricing approach based on the property and market conditions.

Property Marketing

Present the home professionally across appropriate digital and traditional channels.

Negotiation & Closing

Navigate offers, negotiations, inspections, and the closing process.

Home Valuation

What's Your Home Worth?

Tell me a little about your property and let's start with a conversation about its potential market value.

Submitting this form requests a follow-up regarding your property and does not constitute a formal appraisal.
Des Moines residential neighborhood

Des Moines

Flexible urban living with established neighborhoods, local dining, parks, and easy access to the metro.

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West Des Moines community with homes and tree-lined streets

West Des Moines

A well-established community combining residential neighborhoods, shopping, dining, recreation, and convenient metro access.

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Waukee neighborhood with family homes and landscaped streets

Waukee

A growing community offering newer neighborhoods, convenient amenities, parks, and easy access to the western metro.

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Clive neighborhood streets with homes and landscaping

Clive

Comfortable family neighborhoods, well-kept homes, and a welcoming community feel close to everyday conveniences.

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Urbandale residential area with homes and green space

Urbandale

Balanced suburban living with welcoming streets, practical convenience, and a mix of established and newer homes.

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Ankeny residential neighborhood with attractive homes

Ankeny

Practical, convenient living with approachable neighborhoods, shopping access, and a strong sense of community.

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Claire Bennett Residential Real Estate Professional
About

A personal approach to finding the right place.

Real estate is personal. Whether you're buying your first home, making room for a growing family, relocating, or preparing to sell, you deserve an agent who listens first.

My approach is straightforward: understand what matters to you, communicate clearly, and help you make confident decisions throughout the process.

Local Perspective

Knowledge of communities throughout the Des Moines metro.

Clear Communication

Straightforward guidance and regular communication throughout the process.

Personal Service

Real estate advice built around your priorities rather than a one-size-fits-all process.

Sample testimonials for demonstration purposes.
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Claire made the process feel straightforward and organized. She was responsive, easy to reach, and kept us informed from the first tour to the final walkthrough.

Home Buyer West Des Moines
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We appreciated how calm and clear the process felt. Claire helped us understand the market, guided our timing, and kept every step moving without stress.

Home Seller Waukee
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Moving across town was stressful, but Claire made the transition feel manageable. Her communication was excellent and she helped us focus on what mattered most.

Relocation Client Des Moines

Local Knowledge

Understanding the communities, neighborhoods, and considerations that make each home search different.

Personal Attention

You work directly with your agent rather than feeling like another transaction in a large system.

Clear Communication

Know what's happening, what's coming next, and what decisions need to be made.

Modern Marketing

Professional presentation and thoughtful digital marketing designed to showcase properties effectively.

Contact

Let's start the conversation.

Whether you're planning a move, pricing your home, or simply exploring your options, I'm here to help.

Claire Bennett Bennett Residential
Location Des Moines, Iowa
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