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  • $299,000

    1127 23rd St, Des Moines, IA 50311

    6beds
    2,992sqft
    : 
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1902
    8,145.72 Square Feet Lot
    $289,000 Zestimate®
    $100/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Front porchHighly functional layoutFamily room
    Exceptional 6++ bedroom home in the heart of Drake University Campus Town an outstanding opportunity for student housing or a spacious owner-occupied residence. Enjoy crisp fall days on the front porch before stepping inside to a highly functional layout. The main level features three bedrooms, two full baths, a large updated kitchen with two refrigerators, and a family room. The basement offers coin-operated laundry plus two finished rooms that can serve as additional living space or secure, lockable storage for bikes and personal items. Upstairs, the second floor includes three more bedrooms, one with a private bath, along with an additional full bath. The finished attic provides high ceilings and abundant natural light, creating flexible bonus space perfect for studying, entertaining, or game days. Current rental certificate renewed in 2025, making this a turnkey investment in a prime campus location.
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    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: January 16, 2026 at 02:07pm

    Listed by:

    Jenny Farrell (515)779-7500,

    RE/MAX Concepts

    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 733021MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 6
      • Bathrooms: 4
      • 3/4 bathrooms: 4
      • Main level bedrooms: 3
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Features
      • Basement: Partial,Partially Finished
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,992
      • Total interior livable area: 2,992 sqft
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      Lot
      • Size: 8,145.72 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 47.9 x 169.8
      • Features: Rectangular Lot
      Details
      • Parcel number: 03000932000000
      • Zoning: Res

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Two Story
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
      Condition
      • Year built: 1902

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Des Moines

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $100/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $198,800
      • Annual tax amount: $4,340
      • Date on market: 1/16/2026
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan

        Estimated market value

        $289,000

        $275,000 - $303,000

        $2,679/mo

        Price history

        Price history
        DateEventPrice
        1/16/2026Listed for sale$299,000+251.8%$100/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #733021 Report a problem
        6/19/2019Sold$85,000$28/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #581014 Report a problem
        4/27/2019Listed for sale$85,000$28/sqft
        Source: Coldwell Banker Mid-America Group, Realtors #581014 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        Public tax history
        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$5,930 +4.3%$198,800
        2023$5,688 -0.6%$198,800 +29.8%
        2022$5,720 +4.2%$153,100
        2021$5,490 +63.4%$153,100 +13.7%
        2020$3,360 +0.7%$134,600 +3.9%
        2019$3,338 +1%$129,600 +4.3%
        2018$3,304 $124,200
        2017$3,304 +11%$124,200 +10%
        2016$2,976 $112,900
        2015$2,976 +10.8%$112,900 +7.6%
        2014$2,686 $104,900
        2013-- $104,900
        2012-- $104,900
        2011-- $104,900 +10.2%
        2010-- $95,200
        2009-- $95,200 -7.4%
        2008-- $102,800
        2007-- $102,800 +33.7%
        2006-- $76,900
        2005-- $76,900 +15.1%
        2003-- $66,830 +5.7%
        2002-- $63,220
        2001-- $63,220

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        BuyAbility℠ payment

        Est. payment
        $1,868/mo
        Principal & interest
        $1492
        Property taxes
        $376
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          Climate risks

          Neighborhood: Drake Park

          Getting around

          82 / 100
          Very Walkable
          41 / 100
          Some Transit
          51 / 100
          Bikeable

          Nearby schools

          GreatSchools rating
          Schools provided by the listing agent
          • District: Des Moines Independent

          Source: DMMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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