
Live Des Moines.
Love Des Moines.
We think you deserve more out of your
real estate experience.
We are the community experts. Our combined experience, local knowledge and community leaders and insiders on our team give us an advantage in this market.
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About the
Sara Hopkins Team
We pride ourselves on tenacity and the ability to problem solve. We build relationships and focus on always doing the right thing for our clients, regardless of our compensation. We go into scary basements. We negotiate like no other. We discover the newest listings, obsess over prices, current market conditions, and strategize on how to win in multiple offer situations.
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About
Sara Hopkins
Sara is a proud native of Des Moines, where she was born and raised. With a robust background in marketing and sales, transitioning into real estate was a natural progression for her. Sara's dedication to hard work, clear communication, and exceptional service has established her as a leading figure in the industry, ranking in the top 1% of Realtors in Des Moines.

What Sets Us Apart
THE CONSULTATION
The consultation is designed to familiarize you with the home selling or buying process. Understanding your homeownership goals are key to the development of a strategy that works for you.
HOMEFINDER
Knowing and understanding what it is that you want in a home allows me to search on your behalf, streamlining the process so that your time is respected and you only tour homes that fit your needs.
UNIQUE APPROACH
My approach is to guide you through the selling and buying processes. My strategies for marketing your home or finding your home in today's market has proven results.
NEGOTIATOR
Masterful negotiators and contract writers are essential to the real estate purchase. I always put my client's best interest in front of all else and represent you fully in every transaction.
COMMUNICATION
We are all busy with life, and time is valuable. A quick response to your communications will be imperative and can mean the difference in reaching success with your real estate goals.
EXPERTISE
With my knowledge of the local neighborhoods, I have an abundance of information from recent sales in your area to new listings or price reductions hitting the market.
Explore Des Moines Iowa
We love Des Moines for its strong sense of community, vibrant neighborhoods, and the balance it offers between city living and a more relaxed pace. Whether you're drawn to the energy of the East Village, the charm of Beaverdale, or the character and history of Sherman Hill, we’ll help you find the place that feels just right. With a deep understanding of the local market and insight into what makes each neighborhood unique, we’re here to make your home search smooth, informed, and rewarding—from the first showing to closing day.
Real Estate Resources
These guides were created to make your real estate journey easier—whether you’re getting your home ready to sell, starting your path to homeownership, or just looking for smart ways to stay organized and add value.
Each one is packed with simple, actionable steps and real-world advice from our team at Sara Hopkins Real Estate. No fluff, no jargon—just the kind of tools and insights that help you feel confident and prepared from start to finish.
Explore our collection and take the next step toward your home goals with clarity and confidence.
AWARD WINNING REALTORS


2023
Top 1.5% of Real Estate Professionals in the Nation #10 for Small Teams in Iowa

2018 Business Record
Forty Under 40 Recipient

2017 Realtor® of the Year by Des Moines Area Associations of Realtor®

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