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Meet Dan Ray

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Dan Ray

Hi, I’m Dan!

I’ve been a real estate agent since 2025, but I started in the Des Moines housing market as an investor. I know firsthand the time and dedication it takes to find a house and get it back into working condition – whether that’s to resell or to live in yourself.

My background as a music and arts journalist makes me extremely detail-oriented, organized, and deadline-driven. My ADHD means I’m great at recognizing patterns in the market and am always looking for a new puzzle to solve (AKA, finding you the right house for your needs). But the biggest reason you should work with me is that I believe self-expression is a vital part of the human experience.

My job is not only to find you a house you love, but also to connect you with the resources you need to make your home your own. Because life is too short not to have a life-size elephant-shaped fountain in your backyard, avocado green and bubblegum pink kitchen cabinets, or whatever else you want to look at every day, after all, it’s your house.

Contact Details

Email address [email protected]
Primary phone (515) 329-0713
Address 12345 University Ave Ste 100 Clive IA, 50265
License #S73340000
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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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  • 30196 Old Portland Road Sold

    $928,000

    30196 Old Portland Road, Adel, IA 50003

    • 6 Beds
    • 6 Baths
    • 4,126 Sq.Ft.
  • 10695 NW 72nd Lane Sold

    $615,000

    10695 NW 72nd Lane, Johnston, IA 50131

    • 5 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,810 Sq.Ft.
  • 2757 113th Avenue Sold

    $570,000

    2757 113th Avenue, Norwalk, IA 50211

    • 4 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 2,357 Sq.Ft.
  • 1703 Silver Maple Drive Sold

    $559,000

    1703 Silver Maple Drive, Norwalk, IA 50211

    • 5 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,509 Sq.Ft.
  • 609 Valley West Drive For Sale

    $485,000

    609 Valley West Drive, West Des Moines, IA 50265

    • 4 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 1,761 Sq.Ft.
  • 14201 Brookview Drive Sold

    $479,900

    14201 Brookview Drive, Urbandale, IA 50323

    • 4 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 2,046 Sq.Ft.
  • 510 NW Georgetown Drive Sold

    $455,000

    510 NW Georgetown Drive, Waukee, IA 50263

    • 6 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 2,018 Sq.Ft.
  • 1808 Crabapple Lane Sold

    $447,500

    1808 Crabapple Lane, Granger, IA 50109

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,568 Sq.Ft.
  • 118 S 42nd Street Sold

    $441,900

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

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,150 Sq.Ft.
  • 5101 S23 Highway 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.
  • 545 Christie Lane Sold

    $385,000

    545 Christie Lane, Pleasant Hill, IA 50327

    • 3 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 1,352 Sq.Ft.
  • 2002 Maple Circle Sold

    $370,000

    2002 Maple Circle, West Des Moines, IA 50265

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,508 Sq.Ft.
  • 308 Cormorant Drive Sold

    $354,990

    308 Cormorant Drive, Norwalk, IA 50211

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,498 Sq.Ft.
  • 2012 Country Cove Lane Sold

    $349,000

    2012 Country Cove Lane, Altoona, IA 50009

    • 4 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 2,026 Sq.Ft.
  • 5610 NE Verona Drive Sold

    $344,990

    5610 NE Verona Drive, Ankeny, IA 50021

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,498 Sq.Ft.
  • 14550 Alpine Drive Sold

    $340,000

    14550 Alpine Drive, Urbandale, IA 50323

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,553 Sq.Ft.
  • 4729 E Merced Street Sold

    $330,000

    4729 E Merced Street, Des Moines, IA 50317

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,491 Sq.Ft.
  • 5304 Windsor Court Sold

    $327,000

    5304 Windsor Court, Pleasant Hill, IA 50327

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,500 Sq.Ft.
  • 530 43rd Street Sold

    $326,600

    530 43rd Street, Des Moines, IA 50312

    • 6 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 2,201 Sq.Ft.
  • 1222 NW 2nd Street Sold

    $319,900

    1222 NW 2nd Street, Grimes, IA 50111

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,825 Sq.Ft.
  • 409 Forest Street S Sold

    $317,000

    409 Forest Street S, Colfax, IA 50054

    • 3 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,836 Sq.Ft.
  • 4213 95th Circle Pending

    $314,900

    4213 95th Circle, Urbandale, IA 50322

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,470 Sq.Ft.
  • 2509 Chan Drive Sold

    $309,990

    2509 Chan Drive, Adel, IA 50003

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,498 Sq.Ft.
  • 1343 43rd Street Sold

    $301,000

    1343 43rd Street, Des Moines, IA 50311

    • 3 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,680 Sq.Ft.
  • 3815 81st Street Sold

    $295,000

    3815 81st Street, Urbandale, IA 50322

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,630 Sq.Ft.
  • 734 63rd Street Sold

    $289,000

    734 63rd Street, Des Moines, IA 50312

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,476 Sq.Ft.
  • 2103 Vista View Drive Sold

    $285,000

    2103 Vista View Drive, Granger, IA 50109

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,315 Sq.Ft.
  • 407 E Mckinney Street Sold

    $273,000

    407 E Mckinney Street, Runnells, IA 50237

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,469 Sq.Ft.
  • 318 SE 4th Street Sold

    $261,000

    318 SE 4th Street, Ankeny, IA 50021

    • 3 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,076 Sq.Ft.
  • 1130 35th Street Sold

    $256,524

    1130 35th Street, Des Moines, IA 50311

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 2,129 Sq.Ft.
  • 1412 Chautauqua Parkway Sold

    $255,000

    1412 Chautauqua Parkway, Des Moines, IA 50314

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,038 Sq.Ft.
  • 3711 Adams Avenue Sold

    $253,000

    3711 Adams Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50310

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,586 Sq.Ft.
  • 4720 NW 51st Street Sold

    $236,340

    4720 NW 51st Street, Des Moines, IA 50310

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,672 Sq.Ft.
  • 924 13th Street Sold

    $230,000

    924 13th Street, West Des Moines, IA 50265

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,346 Sq.Ft.
  • 4641 Wakonda Drive Sold

    $228,000

    4641 Wakonda Drive, Norwalk, IA 50211

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,176 Sq.Ft.
  • 3513 E 38th Court Sold

    $222,000

    3513 E 38th Court, Des Moines, IA 50317

    • 3 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 912 Sq.Ft.
  • 6519 School Street Sold

    $217,000

    6519 School Street, Windsor Heights, IA 50324

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,130 Sq.Ft.
  • 2537 E Walnut Street Sold

    $206,000

    2537 E Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA 50317

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,499 Sq.Ft.
  • 4143 68th Street Sold

    $204,000

    4143 68th Street, Urbandale, IA 50322

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 720 Sq.Ft.
  • 211 E Leach Avenue Sold

    $201,900

    211 E Leach Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50315

    • 3 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,040 Sq.Ft.
  • 1521 Guthrie Avenue Sold

    $197,000

    1521 Guthrie Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50316

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,224 Sq.Ft.
  • 401 Payton Avenue Sold

    $169,900

    401 Payton Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50315

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 800 Sq.Ft.
  • 3720 Chicago Avenue Sold

    $164,900

    3720 Chicago Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50317

    • 3 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 840 Sq.Ft.
  • 1014 E 10th Street S Sold

    $160,000

    1014 E 10th Street S, Newton, IA 50208

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,176 Sq.Ft.
  • 206 Watson Avenue Sold

    $154,731

    206 Watson Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50313

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 680 Sq.Ft.
  • 2531 Patricia Drive Sold

    $153,000

    2531 Patricia Drive, Urbandale, IA 50322

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 979 Sq.Ft.
  • 512 S 10th Street Sold

    $152,000

    512 S 10th Street, Adel, IA 50003

    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • 576 Sq.Ft.
  • 1323 6th Street Sold

    $150,000

    1323 6th Street, Perry, IA 50220

    • 4 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,360 Sq.Ft.
  • 4900 Pleasant Street 14 Sold

    $130,500

    4900 Pleasant Street 14, West Des Moines, IA 50266

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 960 Sq.Ft.
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