Gray’s Station: Where Des Moines Is Growing, Gathering and Living Well
If you’re looking for live music, bike trails and awesome homes right in the heart of Downtown Des Moines (DSM), the answer may be closer than it appears.
From thoughtfully designed homes to vibrant community spaces like the new clubhouse and amphitheater, Gray’s Station is quickly becoming one of the most exciting places to call home in Greater Des Moines.
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A Neighborhood Designed for Today’s Lifestyle
Gray’s Station sits just south of downtown, creating a seamless link between the city’s business core and some of its most beloved outdoor destinations. With direct access to 150+ miles of bike/walking trails, connections to Gray’s Lake and Water Works Park and walkable connections to employers, this is where urban energy meets open space.
What sets Gray’s Station’s 75 acres apart from other neighborhoods is its intentional design. Whether you are commuting downtown, biking the regional trail system or meeting neighbors for a summer concert, everything feels connected.
The Clubhouse: A New Center of Community
At the heart of Gray’s Station is a $3 million investment in connection: the new clubhouse. Designed to serve as a social hub, the space has a modern kitchen, flexible lounge seating (most recently used as a podcast studio) and a fully equipped fitness center.
Outside, the energy continues with a resort style pool, fire pits, shaded pergolas and a spacious lawn designed with an amphitheater raised stage for live music. This is where neighbors meet, celebrations happen and community takes shape.
The Soundtrack of Summer
One of the defining features of Gray’s Station is its commitment to bringing people together through the Gray’s Summer Music Series.
Hosted at the neighborhood amphitheater, the monthly series runs from June through September and brings live music, food trucks and energy to the heart of the neighborhood. The lawn fills with residents, visitors, dogs, kids, food trucks and beverage vendors for the 3-hour series that is free to attend! This year is bringing national acts from the Talbott Brothers, DECOY, Tyler Richton & The High Bank Boys and XOLEX.
“It feels like there is always something happening here. You are not just moving into a home; you are stepping into a community.”
A Mix of Homes for Every Stage of Life
One of the biggest drivers behind Gray’s Station’s growth is its diverse rental and for sale housing options, offering multiple ways to live in the neighborhood.
- TELUS condos deliver a modern, low maintenance ownership experience with sleek design just steps from downtown. These for-sale condos are perfect for professionals seeking convenience without sacrificing style and budget. These homes start at just $235,000!
- LINC at Gray’s Station apartments and townhomes bring a dynamic rental option with multiple phases and finishes. The most recent LINC building features wrap around balconies, a spa retreat and one-and-two-bedroom homes with up to 1,400 square feet of space!
- For those looking for more space and long-term investment, Gray’s Station townhomes, built by Hubbell Homes, offer two- and three-story townhomes, attached garages and rooftop patios that elevate everyday living. With limited inventory, these homes are not staying on the market long.
- Finally, if you want a truly custom experience, you can purchase an exclusive home lot and build a custom home from scratch. Bring your own builder or use Embarq Signature Homes to build the home of your dreams!
Together, these options create a balanced, thriving community that welcomes a wide range of residents and lifestyles.
Why Gray’s Station Is a Place to Watch
With continued growth, new amenities and strong demand for housing, Gray’s Station represents a key piece of the metro’s future. ICON Water Trails’ Hubbell Trailhead is under construction, adding kayaking, tubing, fishing and surfing to the Raccoon River by spring 2028. Pro Iowa’s Soccer Stadium and Global Plaza is also under construction, adding practice fields, stadium and numerous businesses over the next 5-7 years.
For employers, residents and regional partners, Gray’s Station highlights the kind of development that supports talent attraction and quality of life across Iowa. Learn more about regional growth and opportunities through dsmpartnership.com and discover how neighborhoods like Gray’s Station are shaping the future of the region.
Come Experience It
From TELUS condos to LINC apartments and Hubbell Homes townhomes, this growing neighborhood continues to bring people together in meaningful ways.
At Gray’s Station, the future of Des Moines living is already here.
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Claire Brehmer
Claire Brehmer is the Communications Manager with Hubbell Realty Company in Greater Des Moines (DSM). Hubbell Realty Company is a 170-year-old real estate development company based out of West Des Moines, Iowa. With more than 400 associates and 16 divisions, Hubbell is one of the longest standing developers in DSM.