A turnkey resort that's already booked and earning — heated pool, year-round hot tub, and tiki bar on nearly an acre. Licensed, furnished, five-star, and $78,698 already earned or booked for 2026 and beyond. We hand you the keys and the playbook to run it from day one.
This isn't a house with a pool — it's a running business. Licensed, furnished, five-star, and already booked, it pays you from the day you take the keys.
Built in 1918 on a 0.89-acre lot in central Des Moines, this 2,330 sq ft home blends vintage farmhouse character with resort-style amenities that command premium nightly rates year-round. It's also simply a joy to own — many buyers keep a few weeks each year for themselves, making it as much a part-time family getaway as an investment.
| Year Built | 1918 — vintage farmhouse character |
| Square Feet | 2,330 sq ft |
| Lot Size | 0.89 acres — fenced backyard |
| Bedrooms | 3 bedrooms |
| Bathrooms | 2 full baths |
| Sleeps | 9 guests |
| Address | 1380 McKinley Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 |
Only 4% of Des Moines STRs have a pool. Only 7% have a hot tub. Urban Oasis has both — plus a tiki bar, treehouse, and a covered outdoor living room that runs year-round.
Open late May through September. The #1 reason guests book and rebook — and the rarest amenity in the market.
Covered patio hot tub runs 365 days a year — a major revenue driver that keeps bookings strong through the off-season.
Full outdoor bar setup with seating. Guests love it — it shows up in nearly every five-star review.
Fenced backyard with a treehouse and playset. Perfect for families — a high-demand, high-rate niche.
Gas range, full appliances, and a dedicated coffee bar. Guests stay longer when they can cook.
Keyless entry, Smart TVs in every room, and fast Wi-Fi. Zero friction for guests, zero hassle for the operator.
Proven 2024 revenue of $81,690, with room to grow above that through active, year-round management.
| Property taxes | $7,700 |
| Insurance | $3,500 |
| Utilities | $5,800 |
| Pool / hot tub | $5,550 |
| Supplies & maintenance | $3,000 |
| Total operating expenses | ~$25,600 |
Cleaning is guest-paid (pass-through). Owner records, unaudited.
A buyer purchasing today inherits a calendar that is already filling well into 2027, with summer as the peak — June through August delivered $41,772, and August is nearly full at 25 of 31 nights ($16,382). Realized average nightly rate: 2024 ~$342 · 2025 ~$392 · 2026 ~$354 year-to-date. Peak summer weekends run $500–$800+, and early-2027 forward bookings are pacing higher.
You're not starting from scratch. You're inheriting a proven system — the bookings, the brand, the pricing strategy, and the marketing playbook that built this business. We'll document everything and walk you through it so you can hit the ground running.
1380 McKinley Ave, fully furnished, equipped, and stocked. 2,330 sq ft · 3 BR · 2 BA · sleeps 9 · 0.89-acre lot. Move-in ready from day one.
Confirmed future reservations and guest deposits already on the calendar through 2027 — you collect them from the day you close.
Active Vrbo and Booking.com listings transfer. Direct-booking site iowapropertyrentals.com and the Urban Oasis brand transfer. Note: Airbnb listings and reviews are tied to the host account and do not transfer — the buyer creates a new Airbnb listing.
We'll share the pricing strategy that lifted the realized blended nightly rate to ~$354 and pushed peak-weekend rates to $500–$800+ — plus our documented roadmap for growing revenue above the 2024 level.
A documented set of trusted service relationships for cleaning, pool, hot tub, and seasonal upkeep keeps the home running smoothly. Provider details are shared with a serious buyer at the appropriate stage.
Our full operating manual and SOPs — guest check-in, dynamic pricing, cleaning and pool-service schedules, and the service playbook that runs the business — handed over so you can operate from day one.
License #RENT-2025-017237 is active and transferable to a new owner under the City's short-term-rental program — a step the buyer confirms with the City of Des Moines during due diligence. Des Moines requires Board of Adjustment approval, a city inspection, and $500,000 liability insurance to operate legally; Urban Oasis has already cleared every hurdle. This is one of the most valuable and rare assets in this sale.
Most investors buy a short-term rental and spend the first six months figuring out what works. You won't have to. We'll share the exact strategy, documentation, and service framework that generated $81,690 in 2024 — so you can skip the learning curve and start earning at full capacity from day one.
Step-by-step documentation of how this property runs — from guest check-in to pool maintenance schedules. Years of trial, error, and refinement, handed to you.
The dynamic pricing approach that lifted the realized blended nightly rate to ~$354 and pushed peak weekends to $500–$800+ — and our documented strategy for growing revenue above the 2024 level.
A documented framework for cleaning, pool, hot tub, and seasonal upkeep, so nothing gets dropped. Provider details are shared with a serious buyer at the appropriate stage.
Our proven listing copy, photo strategy, and seasonal promotion approach that generated 128 reviews and a 4.81 overall rating.
Message templates for every guest touchpoint — booking confirmation, check-in instructions, mid-stay check-in, and review requests.
A clear roadmap showing exactly which levers to pull — off-season pricing, direct booking growth, and reclaiming owner-use nights — to grow revenue above the 2024 level.
"The goal is simple: hand you the keys and the confidence to earn from day one. We want this to be the easiest investment you've ever made."
We'll provide you with 30 days of direct access to our experienced property manager who knows this home inside and out. They'll walk you through every system and the home's service framework, help you set up your new Airbnb listing for maximum early ranking, and be available by phone or text to answer any question that comes up. You won't be figuring this out alone.
"Pool and hot tub are exactly as described — we spent every evening in the hot tub. The tiki bar made it feel like a real resort."
"Perfect for our family reunion. The yard, treehouse, and pool kept the kids busy all weekend. We'll be back every summer."
"Cleanest Airbnb we've ever stayed in. The outdoor space is truly resort-level. Kalen was incredibly responsive throughout."
Regulatory certainty is the #1 concern for STR investors in 2026. Urban Oasis has already cleared every hurdle Des Moines requires — and the license is transferable to a new owner, confirmed with the City as a standard step in due diligence.
| Status | Active |
| License # | RENT-2025-017237 |
| Issued | February 23, 2026 |
| Expires | September 14, 2029 |
| Transferable | Yes — buyer confirms with City |
| Inspection | Passed |
Send Kalen a note and she'll reply within one business day with information on the property, answers to your questions, or to set up a private tour.
Or reach Kalen directly:
515.402.3169 · Kalen@PeoplesCompany.com
Offered at $575,000 · Licensed · Furnished · 120 Five-Star Reviews · Turnkey
1380 McKinley Ave · Des Moines, IA 50315
Urban Oasis is offered at $575,000 — a complete, operating short-term rental business with a heated pool, year-round hot tub, active STR license, and $81,690 in proven annual revenue.
Call Kalen · 515.402.3169