Buying a Home in Clive
A quiet, well-kept residential community wrapped around the Greenbelt Trail.
Clive is a smaller, residential suburb tucked between West Des Moines and Urbandale, known for its quiet neighborhoods and the Clive Greenbelt Trail that runs through the heart of the city along Walnut Creek.
It appeals to buyers who want a calm, established setting with easy access to the west-metro's shopping and dining without being in the middle of it.
Highlights
- The Clive Greenbelt Trail — a scenic creek-side path through town
- Quiet, well-maintained residential neighborhoods
- Central west-metro position near Jordan Creek amenities
- A small-community feel with metro conveniences close by
Clive by the numbers
Home value, rent & market activity: Zillow Research (2026-06). Income & demographics: U.S. Census ACS (5-year).
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Schools
Split among several districts — primarily West Des Moines and Waukee, with some areas in Dallas Center–Grimes. The district can change block to block, so verify carefully.
Getting around
Sits right along the I-35/80 corridor and University Ave; central enough for an easy commute across the metro.
Metro context
Source: Realtor.com via FRED (metro); Zillow Research (value/rent); U.S. Census ACS (demographics) · Des Moines–West Des Moines, IA · updated 2026-06.
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General guide only — verify school boundaries, taxes, and current prices for any specific address. Not real-estate or financial advice.