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BVZ Homes Team | Des Moines Real Estate

Beth Van Zee and Dan Ray connected at just the right time in 2025, bringing together experience, fresh perspective, and a shared belief that people come first. Always.

Beth brings many years of experience guiding buyers, sellers, and investors across the Des Moines market. She is known for being honest, strategic, and highly responsive, helping clients make confident decisions without pressure.

Dan entered real estate through investing, giving her a strong understanding of what it takes to turn a property into something meaningful. With a detail-driven mindset and a creative eye, she helps clients not just find a home, but make it their own.

Together, they combine smart strategy with genuine care. Beth focuses on protecting the deal. Dan focuses on helping you love where you live.

The result? A smoother process, better decisions, and homes that truly fit your life.

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Property Portfolio

  • Two-story red brick home with dormer windows and a lightly snow-covered lawn. Sold

    $928,000

    30196 Old Portland Road, Adel, IA 50003

    • 6 Beds
    • 6 Baths
    • 4,126 Sq.Ft.
  • Gray two-story home with a stone entry, red door, gravel driveway, and detached garage. Sold

    $650,000

    1748 Jesup Drive, Knoxville, IA 50138

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,143 Sq.Ft.
  • Modern home with stone accents, a three-car garage, and a broad green lawn. Sold

    $615,000

    10695 NW 72nd Lane, Johnston, IA 50131

    • 5 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,810 Sq.Ft.
  • Rural property with a white house, large metal outbuildings, and a pond. Sold

    $610,000

    10245 E 82nd Street S, Reasnor, IA 50232

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 2,304 Sq.Ft.
  • Gray two-story house with an attached garage, wide driveway, and mature trees on a spacious lawn. Sold

    $570,000

    2757 113th Avenue, Norwalk, IA 50211

    • 4 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 2,357 Sq.Ft.
  • Aerial view of homes beside green fields, with a curving road and one house under construction. Sold

    $559,000

    1703 Silver Maple Drive, Norwalk, IA 50211

    • 5 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,509 Sq.Ft.
  • Two-story brick and cream-sided home with a turreted entry, attached garage, and broad green lawn. Sold

    $550,000

    9618 Alpine Drive, Urbandale, IA 50322

    • 4 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 3,240 Sq.Ft.
  • 3663 Grand Avenue 906 & 907 Sold

    $500,000

    3663 Grand Avenue 906 & 907, Des Moines, IA 50312

    • 2 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 2,620 Sq.Ft.
  • Two-story beige home with a stone-accented entry and three-car garage. Sold

    $479,900

    14201 Brookview Drive, Urbandale, IA 50323

    • 4 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 2,046 Sq.Ft.
  • Two-story light-sided house with multiple gables, stone accents, and an attached three-car garage. Sold

    $455,000

    510 NW Georgetown Drive, Waukee, IA 50263

    • 6 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 2,018 Sq.Ft.
  • White house with stone accents, black garage doors, and a wide concrete driveway. Sold

    $447,500

    1808 Crabapple Lane, Granger, IA 50109

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,568 Sq.Ft.
  • Two-story beige home with dark shutters, a covered entry, and a two-car garage marked 118. Sold

    $441,900

    118 S 42nd Street, West Des Moines, IA 50265

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,150 Sq.Ft.
  • 609 Valley West Drive For Sale

    $435,000

    609 Valley West Drive, West Des Moines, IA 50265

    • 4 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 1,761 Sq.Ft.
  • Single-story home with a two-car garage, broad driveway, and small raised deck. Sold

    $420,000

    4555 NE 34th Court, Des Moines, IA 50317

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,456 Sq.Ft.
  • Home with a covered balcony overlooking raised garden beds and white gravel paths. Sold

    $412,000

    5101 S23 Highway, Carlisle, IA 50047

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,872 Sq.Ft.
  • 1250 NW Mill Springs Drive Sold

    $402,000

    1250 NW Mill Springs Drive, Waukee, IA 50263

    • 1,580 Sq.Ft.
  • Gray two-story home with brick accents, a covered porch, and a two-car garage marked 545. Sold

    $385,000

    545 Christie Lane, Pleasant Hill, IA 50327

    • 3 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 1,352 Sq.Ft.
  • Single-story white house with dark trim, stone accents, covered porch, and a two-car garage. Sold

    $374,990

    15219 Stonecrop Drive, Urbandale, IA 50111

    • 5 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,498 Sq.Ft.
  • House exterior with a two-car garage, autumn leaves on the lawn, and number 2002 beside the garage. Sold

    $370,000

    2002 Maple Circle, West Des Moines, IA 50265

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,508 Sq.Ft.
  • Suburban house with a double garage and a large shade tree in the front yard. Sold

    $361,500

    801 52nd Place, West Des Moines, IA 50265

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,822 Sq.Ft.
  • Single-story gray house with a three-car garage, covered porch, and stone exterior accents. Sold

    $354,990

    308 Cormorant Drive, Norwalk, IA 50211

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,498 Sq.Ft.
  • Two-story beige house with green shutters, a covered porch, and an attached garage. Sold

    $349,000

    2012 Country Cove Lane, Altoona, IA 50009

    • 4 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 2,026 Sq.Ft.
  • White single-story house with an attached two-car garage, broad concrete driveway, and green front lawn. Sold

    $344,990

    5610 NE Verona Drive, Ankeny, IA 50021

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,498 Sq.Ft.
  • Beige-sided house with a two-car garage, green lawn, and large leafless tree. Sold

    $340,000

    14550 Alpine Drive, Urbandale, IA 50323

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,553 Sq.Ft.
  • Two-story beige house with a covered porch, coral posts, and a front walkway. Sold

    $338,000

    45 SE Booth Avenue, Waukee, IA 50263

    • 3 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 1,888 Sq.Ft.
  • Two-story home with a two-car garage, landscaped entry, and broad green lawn. Sold

    $330,680

    10313 Stonecrest Drive, Johnston, IA 50131

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,336 Sq.Ft.
  • Gray single-story home with a two-car garage, broad lawn, and mature tree beside the driveway. Sold

    $330,000

    4729 E Merced Street, Des Moines, IA 50317

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,491 Sq.Ft.
  • Beige home with a covered porch, white garage door, and leafy trees surrounding a green lawn. Sold

    $327,000

    5304 Windsor Court, Pleasant Hill, IA 50327

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,500 Sq.Ft.
  • Pale yellow two-story home with a tall brick chimney and snowy front yard. Sold

    $326,600

    530 43rd Street, Des Moines, IA 50312

    • 6 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 2,201 Sq.Ft.
  • Single-story tan home with an attached two-car garage, broad lawn, and mature trees. Sold

    $320,000

    4213 95th Circle, Urbandale, IA 50322

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,470 Sq.Ft.
  • 1222 NW 2nd Street Sold

    $319,900

    1222 NW 2nd Street, Grimes, IA 50111

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,825 Sq.Ft.
  • Stone fire pit with a small flame beside a broad lawn and tree-lined yard. Sold

    $317,000

    409 Forest Street S, Colfax, IA 50054

    • 3 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,836 Sq.Ft.
  • White-sided home with stone accents, black shutters, and a wide two-car garage. Sold

    $309,990

    2509 Chan Drive, Adel, IA 50003

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,498 Sq.Ft.
  • Two-story tan house with a teal front door and railings, garage, and large leafless tree. Sold

    $301,000

    1343 43rd Street, Des Moines, IA 50311

    • 3 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,680 Sq.Ft.
  • Single-story brick-and-siding house with an attached garage, green lawn, and tiered retaining wall. Sold

    $295,000

    3815 81st Street, Urbandale, IA 50322

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,630 Sq.Ft.
  • Stone-fronted home with a blue door, rooftop solar panels, and a detached garage. Sold

    $289,000

    734 63rd Street, Des Moines, IA 50312

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,476 Sq.Ft.
  • Beige two-story home with a white porch, attached garage, and landscaped front garden. Sold

    $285,000

    2103 Vista View Drive, Granger, IA 50109

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,315 Sq.Ft.
  • Brown home with a covered carport, broad gravel driveway, and mature trees. Sold

    $273,000

    407 E Mckinney Street, Runnells, IA 50237

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,469 Sq.Ft.
  • Beige two-story house with blue shutters, twin dormers, and a small white-railed porch. Sold

    $264,098

    2317 33rd Street, Des Moines, IA 50310

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,333 Sq.Ft.
  • One-story gray and red brick house partly screened by a large front-yard tree. Sold

    $261,000

    318 SE 4th Street, Ankeny, IA 50021

    • 3 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,076 Sq.Ft.
  • Two-story green house with rust-red trim, framed by mature trees and a lush landscaped garden. Sold

    $256,524

    1130 35th Street, Des Moines, IA 50311

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 2,129 Sq.Ft.
  • Brick house with a single-car garage, bright blue front door, and curved brick walkway. Sold

    $255,000

    1412 Chautauqua Parkway, Des Moines, IA 50314

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,038 Sq.Ft.
  • One-story beige house with a red brick chimney, gabled roofs, and front shrubs. Sold

    $253,000

    3711 Adams Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50310

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,586 Sq.Ft.
  • Single-story beige ranch home with dark shutters, a gray roof, and a broad winter lawn. Sold

    $236,340

    4720 NW 51st Street, Des Moines, IA 50310

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,672 Sq.Ft.
  • White two-story house with twin roof dormers, a small porch, and a detached garage. Sold

    $230,000

    924 13th Street, West Des Moines, IA 50265

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,346 Sq.Ft.
  • 15442 Walnut Hills Drive For Sale

    $229,900

    15442 Walnut Hills Drive, Urbandale, IA 50323

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,349 Sq.Ft.
  • Home’s rear exterior with a large elevated wooden deck beneath mature trees. For Sale

    $229,000

    7020 Oak Brook Drive, Urbandale, IA 50322

    • 2 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 1,403 Sq.Ft.
  • Single-story house with blue shutters, concrete entry steps, a garden and lawn. Sold

    $228,000

    4641 Wakonda Drive, Norwalk, IA 50211

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,176 Sq.Ft.
  • Single-story blue-and-brick home with a broad lawn and large tree in front. Sold

    $222,000

    3513 E 38th Court, Des Moines, IA 50317

    • 3 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 912 Sq.Ft.
  • Gray single-story house with white trim and a front gable, set behind a leaf-covered yard. Sold

    $217,000

    6519 School Street, Windsor Heights, IA 50324

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,130 Sq.Ft.
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Testimonials

Dan made both buying our new home and selling our previous one an effortless experience - and our house sold in only two days! Her expertise and the tools she provides are amazing, and we’re so thankful we had the chance to work with her. She communicates clearly, offers great advice, and provides full transparency throughout the entire process.
Dan made both buying our new home and selling our previous one an effortless experience - and our house sold in only two days! Her expertise and the tools she provides are amazing, and we’re so thankful we had the chance to work with her. She communicates clearly, offers great advice, and provides full transparency throughout the entire process.
Kym B.
Highly recommend Beth as a realtor. Extremely trustworthy, great communicator, and makes the process as smooth as can be. There is nobody I trust more!
Highly recommend Beth as a realtor. Extremely trustworthy, great communicator, and makes the process as smooth as can be. There is nobody I trust more!
Claire B.
Beth is an incredible realtor. Being a first-time home buyer, I had many questions. Beth was responsive, very educated, and always advocated for what was best for my situation. I am so thankful for her guidance through this process and would recommend her to anyone and everyone! Thank you, Beth, for making my first home experience so wonderful!
Beth is an incredible realtor. Being a first-time home buyer, I had many questions. Beth was responsive, very educated, and always advocated for what was best for my situation. I am so thankful for her guidance through this process and would recommend her to anyone and everyone! Thank you, Beth, for making my first home experience so wonderful!
Matthew P.
Beth Van Zee is a spectacular realtor. She has a plethora of knowledge about everything in her field. My son is handicapped. Beth went above and beyond her responsibilities to guarantee he purchased the perfect house and property. She has unlimited and varied resources to assist with anything, such as loans, handymen, construction personnel, and whoever or whatever you require. They ensured my son had the additional handicapped-accessible tools for not only him but also for his service dog. I have already shared her contact information with others requiring a realtor. She is my "go-to" realtor until death do us part. Thank you, Beth Van Zee, for your superior skills and a personality made of gold.
Beth Van Zee is a spectacular realtor. She has a plethora of knowledge about everything in her field. My son is handicapped. Beth went above and beyond her responsibilities to guarantee he purchased the perfect house and property. She has unlimited and varied resources to assist with anything, such as loans, handymen, construction personnel, and whoever or whatever you require. They ensured my son had the additional handicapped-accessible tools for not only him but also for his service dog. I have already shared her contact information with others requiring a realtor. She is my "go-to" realtor until death do us part. Thank you, Beth Van Zee, for your superior skills and a personality made of gold.
Tawni
Beth has been very helpful in our home-buying process. She brings a lot of knowledge and advocates for us in all parts of the homebuying process (from visiting homes to inspection to final walkthrough and closing). She is easily accessible for questions and upfront with her responses. I hope we never move again, but if we did, she would be my first call.
Beth has been very helpful in our home-buying process. She brings a lot of knowledge and advocates for us in all parts of the homebuying process (from visiting homes to inspection to final walkthrough and closing). She is easily accessible for questions and upfront with her responses. I hope we never move again, but if we did, she would be my first call.
Kari M.
It has been a real pleasure to work with Beth. She is absolutely dependable, always gets back to us quickly with answers to our questions, and arranged to get cost estimates for some contingency items so that we could meet deadlines. I am happy to recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell a house.
It has been a real pleasure to work with Beth. She is absolutely dependable, always gets back to us quickly with answers to our questions, and arranged to get cost estimates for some contingency items so that we could meet deadlines. I am happy to recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell a house.
Barbara U.
Beth Van Zee is an outstanding realtor! She goes above and beyond to make the buying and selling process smooth and stress-free. Her professionalism, attention to detail, and knowledge of the Des Moines market are second to none. Beth is always available to answer questions and makes sure her clients feel confident every step of the way. Highly recommend Beth for anyone looking for a dedicated and trustworthy real estate professional!
Beth Van Zee is an outstanding realtor! She goes above and beyond to make the buying and selling process smooth and stress-free. Her professionalism, attention to detail, and knowledge of the Des Moines market are second to none. Beth is always available to answer questions and makes sure her clients feel confident every step of the way. Highly recommend Beth for anyone looking for a dedicated and trustworthy real estate professional!
Brantley T.
Words just don’t express how helpful Beth was during my selling process. She went above and beyond (her staff, too). Not living in the area and trying to sell my house, she continued to guide me through the sale, as well as being emotionally supportive during a transition in my life.
Words just don’t express how helpful Beth was during my selling process. She went above and beyond (her staff, too). Not living in the area and trying to sell my house, she continued to guide me through the sale, as well as being emotionally supportive during a transition in my life.
Angela
Beth did an amazing job helping us buy our new home and sell our old one! She answered all of our questions and kept open communication with us throughout the entire process! Beth also got our old home fast, which we needed to have happen! She went above and beyond to get our home sold for us, and I know she is a big reason why it sold so fast!
Beth did an amazing job helping us buy our new home and sell our old one! She answered all of our questions and kept open communication with us throughout the entire process! Beth also got our old home fast, which we needed to have happen! She went above and beyond to get our home sold for us, and I know she is a big reason why it sold so fast!
Emily C.
First-time home buyer here. Beth came recommended to me by a coworker and for very good reason. She was incredibly helpful in guiding me through the home-buying process. Her knowledge and resourcefulness took away any stress I had about buying my first home. Always quick to respond to any questions I had, along with explaining everything in detail so I would fully understand the process. I wish I could give more than 5 stars, as I would highly recommend Beth to anyone buying a home. Here I am, almost 5 years later, writing about how great Beth is again. I have since sold the house I bought in the above review through Beth, and bought a new one with my wife through her! Needless to say, I was very happy to have her helping us through the process again, and I highly recommend her to anyone buying or selling a home. If you choose Beth, you not only get a great realtor, but a friend! I stand by my previous 5-star review.
First-time home buyer here. Beth came recommended to me by a coworker and for very good reason. She was incredibly helpful in guiding me through the home-buying process. Her knowledge and resourcefulness took away any stress I had about buying my first home. Always quick to respond to any questions I had, along with explaining everything in detail so I would fully understand the process. I wish I could give more than 5 stars, as I would highly recommend Beth to anyone buying a home. Here I am, almost 5 years later, writing about how great Beth is again. I have since sold the house I bought in the above review through Beth, and bought a new one with my wife through her! Needless to say, I was very happy to have her helping us through the process again, and I highly recommend her to anyone buying or selling a home. If you choose Beth, you not only get a great realtor, but a friend! I stand by my previous 5-star review.
Ryan C.
A fantastic realtor that will stick with ya thru thick and thin! Great communication, steps you through all processes, and has the best contacts for inspections, mortgage lenders, contractors, and everything you could need for your big purchase.
A fantastic realtor that will stick with ya thru thick and thin! Great communication, steps you through all processes, and has the best contacts for inspections, mortgage lenders, contractors, and everything you could need for your big purchase.
Missy S.
I highly recommend Beth. She was always quick to get back to my messages and made the home-buying process as easy as it could be for a first-time home buyer like me.
I highly recommend Beth. She was always quick to get back to my messages and made the home-buying process as easy as it could be for a first-time home buyer like me.
Jayeon K.
Beth was amazing to work with. I have moved many times in my life, coming from a military background, but this move was by far the smoothest and easiest I have ever experienced. Beth knows her business and she works hard to get things done. I would highly recommend her to anyone buying or selling a home.
Beth was amazing to work with. I have moved many times in my life, coming from a military background, but this move was by far the smoothest and easiest I have ever experienced. Beth knows her business and she works hard to get things done. I would highly recommend her to anyone buying or selling a home.
Debbie B.
Beth was truly exceptional. She came highly recommended after assisting my daughter and son-in-law with their real estate needs. She made me feel at ease from the moment I met her. I was assisting my mother with the sale of her townhouse, and Beth was very knowledgeable about townhouse associations, their bylaws, HOA fees, and more. She was immensely patient with our seemingly endless questions and showed great compassion and empathy for us during this emotional process. Beth’s responses to my emails or texts were prompt, and she provided assistance when I needed to find a third-party for some repairs before listing the townhouse. As we received offers, she was very diligent in getting the information to us and guiding us through the decision-making process when writing counteroffers. I am blessed to now call her my friend. She is one of a kind.
Beth was truly exceptional. She came highly recommended after assisting my daughter and son-in-law with their real estate needs. She made me feel at ease from the moment I met her. I was assisting my mother with the sale of her townhouse, and Beth was very knowledgeable about townhouse associations, their bylaws, HOA fees, and more. She was immensely patient with our seemingly endless questions and showed great compassion and empathy for us during this emotional process. Beth’s responses to my emails or texts were prompt, and she provided assistance when I needed to find a third-party for some repairs before listing the townhouse. As we received offers, she was very diligent in getting the information to us and guiding us through the decision-making process when writing counteroffers. I am blessed to now call her my friend. She is one of a kind.
Liz V.
Wonderful to work with, quick to respond to questions and texts. She made the selling and buying process easy. Her connections were greatly appreciated as well—very professional pictures and great recommendations for inspections and mortgages.
Wonderful to work with, quick to respond to questions and texts. She made the selling and buying process easy. Her connections were greatly appreciated as well—very professional pictures and great recommendations for inspections and mortgages.
Dustin H.
Beth went above and beyond my expectations, making this process so easy. Very friendly and available. Her experience and caring are unmatched.
Beth went above and beyond my expectations, making this process so easy. Very friendly and available. Her experience and caring are unmatched.
Aaron D.
Beth was patient, viewing a lot of houses with us. She was prompt in responding when we had questions via text and email. She was a breeze to work with.
Beth was patient, viewing a lot of houses with us. She was prompt in responding when we had questions via text and email. She was a breeze to work with.
Megan D.
As a first-time home buyer, Beth was a wonderful resource to have available. With her knowledge, concerns were resolved as if they were never there, and we were fully informed of options and suggestions for moving forward. She went well above and beyond expectations and is humble enough to remind you that she works for you. She has your best interests in mind and will make sure you get a fair deal in your house-hunting adventures. Even with our busy schedules, she was always willing to find a time that works for everyone. I'd definitely recommend anyone thinking about buying or selling their home to reach out to Beth.
As a first-time home buyer, Beth was a wonderful resource to have available. With her knowledge, concerns were resolved as if they were never there, and we were fully informed of options and suggestions for moving forward. She went well above and beyond expectations and is humble enough to remind you that she works for you. She has your best interests in mind and will make sure you get a fair deal in your house-hunting adventures. Even with our busy schedules, she was always willing to find a time that works for everyone. I'd definitely recommend anyone thinking about buying or selling their home to reach out to Beth.
Kevin B.
Beth assisted my family and our father with the sale of his townhouse. Beth kept in contact with us throughout the process. Easiest real estate transaction I have ever been a part of. When looking for a realtor, there is no need to interview others. Go with Beth. You will be happy you chose her.
Beth assisted my family and our father with the sale of his townhouse. Beth kept in contact with us throughout the process. Easiest real estate transaction I have ever been a part of. When looking for a realtor, there is no need to interview others. Go with Beth. You will be happy you chose her.
John H.
At the end of the day, Beth gets it done. Everyone knows that buying or selling a home is almost never a smooth process, and I may have had a new curveball or two for her, but she never faltered. From answering all of my questions, literally being there when I could not, and making sure everything was in place because, as she would say, that’s her job.
At the end of the day, Beth gets it done. Everyone knows that buying or selling a home is almost never a smooth process, and I may have had a new curveball or two for her, but she never faltered. From answering all of my questions, literally being there when I could not, and making sure everything was in place because, as she would say, that’s her job.
Nicole G.

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  • West Des Moines
  • Urbandale
  • Altoona
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