Spacious and full of potential, this 2-story home offers 3 large bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, providing plenty of room to spread out. The main level features convenient laundry access, adding everyday functionality and ease. Generously sized living and dining areas create a comfortable layout ideal for both daily living and entertaining. The home also includes a full unfinished basement, offering excellent storage space or the opportunity to finish and build equity over time. Outside, you'll find a 2-car detached garage equipped with an impressive 10-foot tall garage door—perfect for larger vehicles, work trucks, recreational equipment, or additional workshop space. With solid bones and room to personalize, this property presents a fantastic opportunity for homeowners and investors alike.
For sale
Price cut: $5K (4/1)
$224,900
3943 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50313
3beds
1,536sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1911
6,664.68 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$146/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Convenient laundry access
- 56 days |
- 649 |
- 48 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: 7 hours ago
Listed by:
Joe Bennett (515)240-1491,
LPT Realty, LLC
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 734396
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSTour with a local agent
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Dining Area
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,536
- Total interior livable area: 1,536 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 6,664.68 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 133
Details
- Parcel number: 07005260000000
- Zoning: N5
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1911
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: $146/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $202,400
- Annual tax amount: $4,384
- Date on market: 2/13/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 56 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/1/2026 | Price change | $224,900-2.2%$146/sqft |
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| 2/27/2026 | Price change | $229,900-2.1%$150/sqft |
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| 2/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $234,900+17.4%$153/sqft |
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| 6/21/2023 | Sold | $200,000$130/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #671308 Report a problem | ||
| 5/11/2023 | Pending sale | $200,000$130/sqft |
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| 5/9/2023 | Price change | $200,000-13%$130/sqft |
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| 4/21/2023 | Listed for sale | $230,000+35.3%$150/sqft |
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| 4/27/2018 | Sold | $170,000+0.3%$111/sqft |
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| 3/26/2018 | Pending sale | $169,500$110/sqft |
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| 3/23/2018 | Listed for sale | $169,500+841.7%$110/sqft |
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| 11/28/2017 | Sold | $18,000+50%$12/sqft |
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| 9/20/2017 | Sold | $12,000$8/sqft |
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| 2/1/2012 | Sold | $12,000$8/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,982 +9.3% | $202,400 |
| 2023 | $3,644 +0.8% | $202,400 +23.8% |
| 2022 | $3,614 +6.2% | $163,500 |
| 2021 | $3,404 -3.6% | $163,500 +12.8% |
| 2020 | $3,530 +494.3% | $145,000 |
| 2019 | $594 -27% | $145,000 +373.9% |
| 2018 | $814 | $30,600 |
| 2017 | $814 +11.2% | $30,600 +10.1% |
| 2016 | $732 | $27,800 |
| 2015 | $732 +1.7% | $27,800 -1.1% |
| 2014 | $720 | $28,100 |
| 2013 | -- | $28,100 -50.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $56,700 |
| 2011 | -- | $56,700 -2.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $57,900 |
| 2009 | -- | $57,900 +1.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $57,200 |
| 2007 | -- | $57,200 +13.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $50,300 |
| 2005 | -- | $50,300 +1.4% |
| 2003 | -- | $49,620 +26% |
| 2002 | -- | $39,390 |
| 2001 | -- | $39,390 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Est. payment
$1,428/mo
Principal & interest
$1145
Property taxes
$283
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Oak Park
Getting around
31 / 100
Some TransitNearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Oak ParkGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 1/10Harding Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 2/10North High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
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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