Home Sweet Des Moines

140 S. 68th Street, Suite 1105, West Des Moines, IA 50266
IA: B64124000
  •   5   (105 reviews)

Our sales performance at a glance

See how Home Sweet Des Moines has performed in the last 12 months on RateMyAgent*

27
Reviews
9
Properties for sale
57
Sold properties
$360k
Average sale price
$20.5m
Total sales value

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  • National Top 100United States
  • Region Top 10Midwest Region
  • State WinnerIowa
  • 2x National Top 100United States - 2026, 2025
  • 2x Region Top 10Midwest Region - 2026, 2025
  • 2x State WinnerIowa - 2026, 2025

Meet the team

Get to know the 5 agents at Home Sweet Des Moines .

Nora Crosthwaite
Nora Crosthwaite

REALTOR® / Team Leader / Broker Associate

  5   (59 reviews)
About Nora
Why work with me? Because I am like you! I understand first hand how painful moving can be. My goal is to be responsive, understanding, and knowledgeable about the market so I protect your interests. Let me handle the hassles of buying and selling, so you can enjoy the process of getting to the next stage of your life. Whether you are moving within the area, out of the area, or into the area, call me. I will be happy to help you get from "For Sale" to "Welcome Home"!
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Narda Strom
Narda Strom

REALTOR®

  5   (33 reviews)
About Narda
In 2009, I made the decision to obtain my real estate license in my home country of Brazil, and became dedicated to providing a full service experience for my clients. I joined VERHUUR Company as a Partner / Broker Director, working with local and international investors, builders, buyers, and sellers. In 2023, I joined Realty ONE Group Impact and the Home Sweet Des Moines team as a residential REALTOR. I have a bachelor in Business Administration and an International Real Estate Transaction Technician with a 1,218 h class. I am fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and am licensed to sell real estate in the state of Iowa. Outside of real estate, I love spending time with my husband, our son, and close friends. As a family, we enjoy biking together and exploring everything the Des Moines area has to offer. Lately, I’ve also been enjoying skiing and have started learning how to golf with my husband—something we’ve been having a lot of fun with together.
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Julia Stender
Julia Stender

REALTOR®

  5   (10 reviews)
About Julia
Hello! I’m Julia, your dedicated REALTOR® with a deep-rooted passion for Central Iowa and a commitment to making your real estate journey smooth and successful. Growing up in this vibrant community has given me a unique perspective on what makes Central Iowa special. With a strong background in Sales and Banking, coupled with my love for Real Estate, I bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to every transaction. My goal is to ensure a seamless buying and selling process tailored to your needs. When I’m not busy helping clients find their dream homes, you’ll likely find me cheering on my three kids at their various activities or enjoying a game of Pickleball with my husband. Volunteering for the Special Olympics and working to expand the program in Marion County is also a passion of mine. Central Iowa truly has something for everyone, and I’m here to help you discover what will make you light up. Whether you’re buying or selling, let’s make your real estate dreams a reality together.
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Latrice Brauckman
Latrice Brauckman

REALTOR®

  5   (8 reviews)
About Latrice
Hi, I’m Latrice Brauckman! Helping people find their dream homes is more than a career for me—it’s my passion. I approach every real estate transaction with dedication, expertise, and a personal touch, ensuring my clients feel supported and confident every step of the way. Over the years, I’ve built a reputation for truly understanding what my clients need and want, whether they’re buying their first home, selling a cherished property, or investing in something new. Clear communication, integrity, and a commitment to getting results are at the heart of everything I do. Outside of real estate, I’m a proud mom who believes in embracing life’s big and small moments. The same energy and care I bring to my family are what I bring to my work—helping you navigate the ever-changing real estate market with confidence and ease. If you’re ready to take the next step, I’d love to help make your real estate dreams a reality!
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About Breanna
I’ve worked in the OR and ICU—where being detail-oriented and calm under pressure isn’t optional, it’s critical. That’s exactly how I approach real estate. I advocate for my clients, communicate clearly, and make sure nothing gets missed. Because you’re not just making a move—you’re making a major life decision. And you deserve someone who takes that seriously. Whether buying or selling, I am dedicated to providing a seamless experience, ensuring my clients feel informed, empowered, and genuinely cared for every step of the way. Outside of real estate, I am spending quality time with my family. In my free time, I enjoy gardening and landscaping, finding creativity and relaxation in outdoor spaces, as well as practicing Pilates to stay active and balanced.
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About us

Why work with us? Because we are like you! We understand first hand how painful moving can be. Our goal is to be responsive, understanding, and knowledgeable about the market so we protect your interests. Let us handle the hassles of buying and selling, so you can enjoy the process of getting to the next stage of your life. Whether you are moving within the area, out of the area, or into the area, call us. We will be happy to help you get from "For Sale" to "Welcome Home"!

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Our qualities as told by our client reviews: pleasant, dedicated, friendly, supportive, responsive, clear communication, local expert.
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Buyer review
Excelentt knowledge and very detailed information
about 1 month ago
Excelentt knowledge and very detailed information

Professionalism and attention impecable.. I was scared to move forward buying a house here, but Narda was so warm , demonstrating confidence, knowledgeable that I feel completely sure I did a good deal

Narda Strom
Buyer review
Above and beyond
about 1 month ago
Above and beyond

If you are looking for a realtor that truly exceeds your expectations, Narda is the right one. Whether was navigating tricky negotiations or coordinating last-minute issues, she handled everything with grace and professionalism. Her communication was excellent and we always felt like priority, specially when coordinating my work schedule with her schedule. We were blessed to have Narda handling our new house process

Narda Strom
Buyer review
Latrice was excellent!
about 2 months ago
Latrice was excellent!

She kept us informed every step of the way, making the entire buying process effortless.

Latrice Brauckman
Seller review
Making a Stressful Purchase Actually Fun
about 2 months ago
Making a Stressful Purchase Actually Fun

We loved working with Home Sweet Des Moines and Latrice! The small details in communication, like communicating and checking in with *both* of us, was really appreciated. The HSDM team was behind Latrice all the way, helping her (and us!) with staging, photographing, and marketing our house after we had purchased our new one. I loved going to showings with Latrice because her joyful personality is so infectious. Even if a house wasn't the right fit for us, she noted what we liked and what we didn't, and helped us readjust our wish list, desired neighborhood, and budget to help us find a house that is honestly perfect for us. Buying a house is a stressful purchase - and we decided to embark on it during the winter - but Latrice actually made it fun. Her knowledge of the market and negotiation suggestions were spot on, and we never felt like she was moving without our best interests in mind. I don't ever want to move again, but I would want to work with Latrice again! Highly recommend.

Latrice Brauckman
Seller review
Above and beyond for out of state seller
about 2 months ago
Above and beyond for out of state seller

If you’re looking for a realtor in the Des Moines metro, you need to call Narda Strom. She was absolutely awesome to work with from start to finish. She really knows the market. Right off the bat, she nailed the comps, which helped us price the place perfectly—we were honestly shocked at how fast it moved! What really blew us away, though, was her dedication. Since we were out of state (and my wife was even out of the country at one point), we needed someone we could trust to run the show. She handled everything smoothly and even spent basically the entire weekend at our house right before closing just to make sure the handyman could get in and finish up his work. She totally took the stress out of a complicated situation and went way above and beyond what we expected. We couldn’t have done it without her!

Narda Strom
Buyer review
They listened to what we wanted, and fully represented us and our best interest when negotiating.
2 months ago
They listened to what we wanted, and fully represented us and our best interest when negotiating.

They were very knowledgable about housing and identified concerns as we looked at homes, bringing things to our attention they we may have been unaware of, which helped us make the best choice for us. At the negotiation steps, Nora urged us along as our judgment became slightly clouded with emotion and she firmly asserted herself to represent and got us a far better deal than we were considering. Bottom line, she handled this purchase like it was her own!

Nora CrosthwaiteJulia Stender
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Our properties

Home Sweet Des Moines has 10 properties for sale and sold 57 properties in the last 12 months, showing 4, sorted by most recent activity

SoldMay 15, 2026
$242,500
3916 9th St
Des Moines IA 50313
4
4
Other
Listing courtesy of Realty ONE Group Impact and Keller Williams Realty GDM
SoldMay 8, 2026
$260,000
516 25th Street
Ames IA 50010
3
2
2
Single-Family
Listing courtesy of Realty ONE Group Impact
SoldMay 8, 2026
$194,500
2001 10th Street
Des Moines IA 50314
2
1
Single-Family
Listing courtesy of Realty ONE Group Impact
For Sale
$148,000
3915 Glover Avenue
Des Moines IA 50315
1
1
1
Single-Family
Listing courtesy of Realty ONE Group Impact
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