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Maintenance-Free Homes in Clive

Trade lawn mowers and snow shovels for travel and hobbies. Find your perfect low-maintenance home in one of Des Moines' most desirable suburbs.

15 mi
To Downtown DSM
$400K
Median Price
Top 10
Safest Iowa Cities

Why Choose Maintenance-Free Living?

More time for what matters most

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Freedom to Travel

Lock your door and go! No worrying about lawn care or snow removal while you're away.

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Reclaim Your Weekends

No more Saturday yard work. Spend your time with family, hobbies, or relaxation.

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Predictable Costs

HOA fees cover exterior maintenance, so you won't face surprise repair bills for roofs or siding.

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Quality Construction

Many maintenance-free communities feature newer construction with modern amenities and energy efficiency.

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Built-In Community

Clubhouses, pools, and social events help you connect with neighbors who share your lifestyle.

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Prime Clive Location

Schools, excellent dining, shopping, and easy access to I-80 and I-35.

Moving to Maintenance-Free Homes in Clive, or helping a parent move there? Get the house side in writing.

I'm an independent REALTOR®. I'm not affiliated with Maintenance-Free Homes in Clive or its builder and take no fee from any community. Within 1 business day, by email: current listings and recent sales at Maintenance-Free Homes in Clive, what your current home would likely net, and the order to do both in so you are not carrying two homes.

Goes straight to Sarah — never a call center, never spam. Independent REALTOR®: no affiliation with, and no fee from, any community. Equal Housing Opportunity.

Tours are booked directly with the community. Prefer to talk first? Book a 30-minute call or call (563) 513-8771.

Maintenance-Free Options in Clive

From townhomes to 55+ communities

Courtyards at Shadow Creek

55+ Community by Epcon

  • 91 ranch-style homes
  • 1,330-2,930 sq ft floor plans
  • 3,700 sq ft clubhouse
  • Pool, fitness center, patio
  • Private courtyards
  • Single-level living

Townhomes & Patio Homes

Various Clive Communities

  • The Woodlands at Clive
  • Cobblestone community
  • Pinnacle Pointe
  • Ranch & two-story options
  • Attached garage parking
  • Walkout basements available

What's Typically Included

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Lawn Care

Mowing & edging

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Snow Removal

Driveways & walks

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Exterior Maintenance

Roof, siding, gutters

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Landscaping

Beds & common areas

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Irrigation

Lawn watering systems

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Trash Service

Often included in HOA

Find Your Clive Home

Let's match you with the perfect maintenance-free lifestyle

Sarah Ingles

REALTOR® SRES® | Smart Move Des Moines

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