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What's it like to live in 8th Street Southwest?
Is 8th Street Southwest a good place to live?
8th Street Southwest is a neighbourhood in Des-Moines. Homes for sale here run a median of about $200,000. There are 6 schools within the area. It's a quiet area with no major roads or rail lines running through it.
What are homes like in 8th Street Southwest?
There are 23 homes for sale in and around 8th Street Southwest, priced from $50,000 to $779,000 (median about $200,000). See the Homes page for current listings.
What schools are in 8th Street Southwest?
There are 6 schools in and around 8th Street Southwest including Willowbrook Elementary School, Centennial Elementary School, Altoona Elementary School. See the guide below for what's closest.
What's happening in 8th Street Southwest this week?
There are 30 events on this week in and around 8th Street Southwest, from local listings — see the Events page for dates and details.
Who is 8th Street Southwest best for?
Based on what's here, 8th Street Southwest suits first-time buyers.
Choose your own adventure - 8th Street Southwest
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Three hand-picked days through 8th Street Southwest, every stop a real place.
More things to do →Through the lens
Places in this neighbourhood, as photographed by the people who know it.
What it costs to live in 8th Street Southwest
From homes on the market right now in and around 8th Street Southwest.
Schools in 8th Street Southwest
6 schools mapped in and around 8th Street Southwest, closest first — ratings shown where families have left them.
Could you live here?
Falling for 8th Street Southwest? Ask our local insider what it's really like to call this neighbourhood home — schools, the commute, the quiet streets, what's on the market right now.
Around town this week
Fresh from local news covering 8th Street Southwest and the surrounding area.
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Local tips
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Good to know
What is there to do in 8th Street Southwest?
8th Street Southwest has 0 parks and green spaces, 0 places to eat, and landmarks like local landmarks. Use the curated day plan, or jump straight to Eat, Do, Events, Parks, Shop, or Homes.
Where should I park in 8th Street Southwest?
Most of 8th Street Southwest is residential with free street and lot parking near the parks and main streets. See Getting Here for mapped lots.
How do I get to 8th Street Southwest?
8th Street Southwest sits in Des Moines, Iowa, reachable by car, by transit, or by the local trails for cyclists.
Can I see homes for sale in 8th Street Southwest?
Yes — the Homes page lists houses currently for sale in and around 8th Street Southwest, and can connect you with a local agent.