Clive Homes for Sale & Real Estate Listings

Northwest Clive Luxury Corridor

The most significant recent residential development in Clive is concentrated in the northwest — addresses along NW 165th through NW 183rd Streets, Berkshire Parkway, Aurora Drive, Tanglewood Drive, and Valleyview Circle. This corridor features primarily new construction or recent builds from the 2010s through 2025, with homes ranging from approximately $700,000 to $2.65M+. Typical configurations run 5 to 6 bedrooms, 4 to 6 bathrooms, and 2,000 to 5,200 square feet. The area is served by Waukee CSD for the western portions, and is the destination for buyers seeking Clive's premium new construction product with larger lots and modern floor plans.

Country Club and Established Luxury ($600K–$1M)

Country Club Boulevard and the surrounding Clive Country Club area represent Clive's established luxury tier — well-maintained 1980s and 1990s builds on larger lots with mature landscaping and a quieter character than the northwest's new construction activity. Homes here typically run 3,000 to 4,500 square feet and are priced in the $600,000 to $1M range depending on condition and updates. The area is served by WDMCS and is within easy reach of the Clive Greenbelt Trail's southern sections and the city's established commercial corridor along University Avenue.

Midrange Clive ($350K–$650K)

Clive's mid-tier is its broadest segment, encompassing homes along Hawthorn Drive, Wildwood Drive, Rocklyn Place, Oakbrook Drive, and similar established streets built from the 1990s through the 2010s. These are predominantly 4-bedroom single-family homes on quarter-acre lots, priced from approximately $350,000 to $650,000, with WDMCS school access. This tier represents the strongest buyer demand in the Clive market — families purchasing their first or second Clive home who want WDMCS schools, Greenbelt Trail access, and proximity to the I-235/I-80 corridor without new-construction pricing.

Condos, Townhomes, and Entry ($160K–$390K)

Clive's entry market includes a meaningful supply of condos, townhomes, and smaller single-family homes priced from approximately $160,000 to $390,000 — located primarily along NW 81st and NW 91st Streets, along University Avenue, and in targeted condo developments throughout the city. This product serves first-time buyers, downsizers, and investors seeking Clive's location and school district access at a lower entry price. The presence of this tier gives Clive a broader buyer funnel than most western suburbs and makes it a city where residents at multiple life stages can find an appropriate home without leaving.

Dining and Shopping

Clive's dining scene includes Cooper's Hawk Winery and Restaurant, Cosi Cucina, Mi Mexico, 5 Borough Bagels, and Monarca Paletas — spanning upscale sit-down, casual family dining, and quick-service options along the University Avenue and Hickman Road corridors. Jordan Creek Town Center, the metro's premier regional mall with over 150 stores and restaurants, is minutes west in West Des Moines. Clive's own commercial stretch on University Avenue includes a dense mix of retail, service, and dining options that keeps most everyday errands within the city's boundaries.

Clive Greenbelt Trail

The Clive Greenbelt Trail is an 11.3-mile paved multi-use path that winds through the city from east to west, connecting Clive's residential neighborhoods to parks, the Aquatic Center, and the broader Des Moines metro trail network. The trail passes through natural greenspace along Walnut Creek, providing a genuine natural corridor within a suburban setting. Ongoing improvements through the Greenbelt Landing Project are expanding the amenity zone near the Aquatic Center with wetland restoration, playgrounds, and open-air gathering space. The trail is Clive's defining outdoor amenity and a significant factor in its quality of life appeal.

Parks and Recreation

Clive maintains 18 parks and the Clive Aquatic Center — a full-service outdoor water facility offering lap lanes, leisure pools, splash areas, and waterslides. Campbell Recreation Area at 12853 Woodlands Parkway features sand volleyball, basketball and tennis courts, and direct Greenbelt Trail access. The city hosts over 350 youth and adult sports teams annually across basketball, softball, sand volleyball, and additional leagues. Clive's parks department consistently ranks among the region's most active, offering year-round programming that serves families, seniors, and individual athletes.

Clive Festival and Community Events

The Clive Festival — held annually each July — is the western suburbs' premier community celebration, featuring free live music, fireworks, food trucks, a kids' art expo, and the Cardboard Boat Regatta at the Clive Aquatic Center. The event draws participants from across the metro and reflects Clive's emphasis on accessible, family-oriented civic life. Concerts in the Park and seasonal programming through the Clive Parks and Recreation department provide additional community gathering points throughout the year that reinforce the neighborhood identity that distinguishes Clive from purely transactional suburban development.

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By Air

Des Moines International Airport (DSM) is approximately 15 to 20 minutes southeast via I-235 south — one of the most airport-convenient positions in the metro. American, Delta, Southwest, and United serve DSM with nonstop routes to Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Minneapolis, Atlanta, and additional hubs. Clive residents can reach the airport without navigating downtown Des Moines traffic, making it a genuinely practical commuter option for professionals who travel regularly for work.

By Car

I-235 provides the primary eastbound connection to downtown Des Moines — approximately 14 minutes from Clive's center to downtown under normal conditions. I-80 and I-35 run along Clive's southern boundary, providing access to Iowa's east-west and north-south highway systems. University Avenue serves as the primary local arterial for Clive's commercial corridor, while Hickman Road provides an additional east-west route through the northern portions of the city. The Jordan Creek interchange at I-80 is one of the metro's most developed commercial nodes, within 5 minutes of most Clive addresses.

Around Clive and the Metro

Within Clive, the Greenbelt Trail provides non-motorized east-west connectivity through the city's residential neighborhoods and park system. Urbandale is directly north, West Des Moines directly southeast, and Waukee directly west — all within 10 minutes by car. Principal Financial Group, Wells Fargo's Iowa campus, and the Iowa Medical District at the University of Iowa Health Care campus in Des Moines are all within 20 minutes. Downtown Des Moines' entertainment district, performing arts venues, and the Iowa Events Center are a straight shot east on I-235.

West Des Moines Community Schools (WDMCS)

The majority of Clive is served by West Des Moines Community Schools — one of the Des Moines metro's most established districts with over 14,000 students across Clive, West Des Moines, Waukee, and Urbandale. Elementary schools with attendance zones in Clive include Clive Learning Academy (1600 73rd St) and Crestview School of Inquiry (8355 Franklin Ave). Middle school students attend Indian Hills Junior High (9401 Indian Hills Drive, Clive). All WDMCS Clive students feed into Valley High School for grades 10–12.

Valley High School

Valley High School in West Des Moines serves Clive's WDMCS students for grades 10–12, with an enrollment of approximately 2,178 students. US News ranks Valley #15 in Iowa. Academic performance shows 75% reading/language arts proficiency (above the 70% state average) and 68% math proficiency (at state average). Valley's 49% AP participation rate and strong athletic and arts programs make it one of the metro's most comprehensive comprehensive high schools.

Waukee CSD (West of NW 142nd St)

Clive addresses west of NW 142nd Street fall within the Waukee Community School District — one of Iowa's fastest-growing districts, serving approximately 14,000 students from Clive, Urbandale, Waukee, and West Des Moines. Waukee CSD is known for its technology integration, competitive athletics, and consistent academic growth. Buyers specifically seeking WDMCS or Waukee CSD school access should confirm attendance zone boundaries with Megan Mitchum + CO before purchasing in northwest Clive.