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    Beth Van Zee | Des Moines & Central Iowa Realtor®

    Buying or selling a home comes with big decisions. I bring local expertise, smart negotiation, honest answers, and a personal approach to help you make the right move with confidence.

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Real Estate is Personal. Your Realtor® Should Be, Too.

Hi, I am Beth! A native Iowan, experienced Realtor®, creative problem-solver, and skilled negotiator who believes in honest advice, clear communication, and putting people before transactions.

Whether you are buying your first home, selling a place filled with memories, relocating to Central Iowa, or exploring investment opportunities, I am here to make the process easier, protect your interests, and help you make smart, confident decisions.

I believe real estate should be personal, not intimidating. I take my clients, their goals, and their investments seriously. That being said, I truly enjoy having a bit of fun and good conversation as we work together!

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Beth Van Zee | Des Moines & Central Iowa Real Estate

Real estate is about more than buying or selling a home. It is about making smart decisions, protecting your investment, and having someone in your corner who genuinely cares.


I am Beth Van Zee, a Central Iowa Realtor® with many years of experience helping buyers, sellers, and investors navigate the Des Moines real estate market.


As a native Iowan, I know this community, its neighborhoods, and the little things that make each area special. From Des Moines and West Des Moines to Waukee, Clive, Urbandale, and beyond, I bring local knowledge, honest advice, and a thoughtful strategy to every transaction.


My approach is simple: I listen first, tell you what you need to know (even when it is not what you expected to hear), and work hard to protect your best interests. Whether we are negotiating an offer, preparing your home for sale, or searching for the perfect place to land, you can count on clear communication, creative solutions, and a little humor along the way.


I believe great real estate service should feel personal, not transactional. You will never be just another address or number on a spreadsheet.


My goal? To make the process easier, the decisions clearer, and your next move one you feel great about.

Real Estate is Personal. So am I.

Helping buyers, sellers, investors, and relocating clients navigate the Des Moines metro with local expertise, personalized guidance, and a relationship-focused approach to real estate.

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Local Knowledge. Smart Strategy. Real Conversations.

Buying or selling a home is a big deal. Having the right Realtor® should make it feel a whole lot less overwhelming.

Meet Beth Van Zee, the face behind BVZ Homes. Known for her honest advice, quick communication, and genuine commitment to her clients, Beth combines real estate expertise with a refreshingly personal approach.

Whether you are buying, selling, relocating, or investing in Central Iowa, Beth is ready to help you make your next move with confidence.

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  • 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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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 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.
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.
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 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.
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  • Des Moines
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  • Urbandale
  • Altoona
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