For sale

$225,000

1609 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50314

3beds

1,520sqft

Est.:

Single Family Residence

Built in 1896

6,621.12 Square Feet Lot

$218,500 Zestimate^®

$148/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Modern interior finishesNewly renovated homeBrand-new appliancesContemporary upgradesThoughtfully updated design

Step into this newly renovated home featuring modern interior finishes and brand-new appliances. The thoughtfully updated design offers a perfect blend of style and comfort. Located in a friendly, well-established neighborhood, this property provides convenient access to grocery stores, shops, and the park few blocks away. Enjoy the benefits of a move-in ready home with contemporary upgrades and a welcoming community atmosphere.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Heating

Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove

Features

Eat-in Kitchen
Basement: Unfinished

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,520
Total interior livable area: 1,520 sqft

Property

Features

Levels: Two
Stories: 2

Lot

Size: 6,621.12 Square Feet
Dimensions: 50 x 132

Details

Parcel number: 08005405000000
Zoning: N-5

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Two Story
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Vinyl Siding
Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Roof: Asphalt,Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1896

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: $148/sqft
Tax assessed value: $117,100
Annual tax amount: $2,569
Date on market: 4/3/2026
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Road surface type: Concrete

Estimated market value

$218,500

$208,000 - $229,000

$1,832/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
4/3/2026	Listed for sale	$225,000-5.9%$148/sqft
Source: DMMLS #737696 Report a problem
3/1/2026	Listing removed	$239,000$157/sqft
Source: DMMLS #729691 Report a problem
1/30/2026	Price change	$239,000-4%$157/sqft
Source: DMMLS #729691 Report a problem
12/16/2025	Price change	$249,000-2.4%$164/sqft
Source: DMMLS #729691 Report a problem
11/4/2025	Listed for sale	$255,000+186.5%$168/sqft
Source: DMMLS #729691 Report a problem
6/8/2010	Sold	$89,000-3.8%$59/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
1/1/2010	Listing removed	$92,500$61/sqft
Source: Mid-America Group, Realtors #355514 Report a problem
10/17/2009	Listed for sale	$92,500+168.1%$61/sqft
Source: Mid-America Group, Realtors #355514 Report a problem
7/15/2009	Sold	$34,500-1.4%$23/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
6/13/2009	Listed for sale	$35,000+84.2%$23/sqft
Source: Listhub #348187 Report a problem
5/18/2009	Sold	$19,000-72.8%$13/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
2/14/2009	Listing removed	$69,888$46/sqft
Source: Listhub #330737 Report a problem
2/11/2009	Listed for sale	$69,888$46/sqft
Source: Listhub #330737 Report a problem
11/16/2008	Listing removed	$69,888$46/sqft
Source: Homes.com #330737 Report a problem
9/15/2008	Listed for sale	$69,888+635.7%$46/sqft
Source: Homes.com #330737 Report a problem
4/30/1997	Sold	$9,500$6/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2024	$2,098 +15.8%	$117,100
2023	$1,812 +0.8%	$117,100 +36.5%
2022	$1,798 +7.7%	$85,800
2021	$1,670 -3.5%	$85,800 +13.6%
2020	$1,730 +7.3%	$75,500
2019	$1,612 +1.4%	$75,500 +10.2%
2018	$1,590	$68,500
2017	$1,590 +1.1%	$68,500 +0.1%
2016	$1,572	$68,400
2015	$1,572 +16.4%	$68,400 +11%
2014	$1,350	$61,600
2013	--	$61,600 -15.8%
2012	--	$73,200
2011	--	$73,200 +3.2%
2010	--	$70,900
2009	--	$70,900 +4.1%
2008	--	$68,100
2007	--	$68,100 +37%
2006	--	$49,700
2005	--	$49,700 +7.2%
2003	--	$46,380 +39.5%
2002	--	$33,250
2001	--	$33,250