Des Moines metro, IA relocation guide
Moving to St. Charles, IA
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About St. Charles
- City in eastern Madison County, population 640 (2020 census). - I-35 corridor town with quick commutes to Des Moines and the growing southern metro, while sitting minutes from Madison County's covered bridges. - Home to an Interstate 35 elementary school and a classic small-town main street.
Home prices in St. Charles
Home prices in St. Charles vary by neighborhood and property type.
Top places in St. Charles
- Imes Covered Bridge area (moved through the St. Charles area in its history)
- Madison County covered-bridge driving tour (short drive west)
- Winterset's John Wayne birthplace and town square (short drive west)
Commuting from St. Charles
- About 25 miles south of downtown Des Moines; typical drive 25–35 minutes via I-35.
St. Charles FAQs
- What is the housing market like in St. Charles, IA?
Home prices in St. Charles vary by neighborhood and property type. - How is the commute from St. Charles, IA?
About 25 miles south of downtown Des Moines; typical drive 25–35 minutes via I-35.
Town links
Schools
Transit
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.