Independence, IA

When people think of real estate, they typically think of large, expensive homes in suburban areas. However, there is a lot to be said for buying a home in an urban area as well. Independence is a great example of this.

Independence has a population of just over 10,000 people and it is located just east of Des Moines. This makes Independence an ideal place to live if you are looking for a small town atmosphere with all the amenities that come with larger cities.

One thing that sets Independence apart from other towns is its abundance of real estate options. There are plenty of homes available for sale in Independence and the prices reflect this fact. In fact, you can find some great deals on homes if you are willing to look hard enough.

One downside to living in Independence is that it can be quite spread out geographically. This means that it may take some time to get around town if you don't have a car. However, the proximity to major cities like Des Moines and Iowa City make up for this inconvenience in most cases.