Price Improvement!
Now offered at $144,900, this thoughtfully updated 1-bedroom, 1-bath home offers a simple, low-maintenance lifestyle in a tucked-away south side location that still keeps you close to everything.
Partially furnished for added convenience, this home allows for an easy, stress-free move with key items already in place. Enjoy off-street parking and a functional layout that makes great use of the space.
Seller is offering $3,000 toward buyer's closing costs, helping reduce upfront expenses. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, and major routes while still offering a more private, quiet setting.
Motivated seller ready for their next chapter. Schedule your showing today!
Pending
Price cut: $5K (3/27)
$144,900
6204 SW 5th St, Des Moines, IA 50315
1beds
666sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1913
6,969.6 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$218/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Handy outdoor storageExtended living spaceThoughtful upgrades throughout
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 02, 2026 at 02:09pm
Listed by:
Sara Nielsen (515)423-8930,
RE/MAX Revolution
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 734016
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Electric, Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Window Treatments
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Basement: Partially Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 666
- Total interior livable area: 666 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Carport
- Has carport: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Deck, Fence, Patio, Storage
- Fencing: Wood,Partial
Lot
- Size: 6,969.6 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 55.3 x 124.8
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 12005468000000
- Zoning: N3A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1913
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Fire Alarm
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $218/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $71,900
- Annual tax amount: $1,096
- Date on market: 2/6/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 52 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Contract
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/2/2026 | Pending sale | $144,900$218/sqft |
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| 3/27/2026 | Price change | $144,900-3.3%$218/sqft |
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| 3/16/2026 | Price change | $149,900-3.3%$225/sqft |
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| 3/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $155,000$233/sqft |
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| 2/27/2026 | Pending sale | $155,000$233/sqft |
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| 2/9/2026 | Price change | $155,000-3.1%$233/sqft |
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| 2/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $160,000+3.2%$240/sqft |
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| 12/10/2025 | Listing removed | $155,000$233/sqft |
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| 10/24/2025 | Price change | $155,000-3.1%$233/sqft |
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| 10/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $160,000+220%$240/sqft |
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| 2/21/2020 | Sold | $50,000-16.5%$75/sqft |
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| 2/10/2020 | Pending sale | $59,900$90/sqft |
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| 1/17/2020 | Listed for sale | $59,900$90/sqft |
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| 11/15/2019 | Pending sale | $59,900$90/sqft |
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| 11/6/2019 | Listed for sale | $59,900$90/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $900 -17% | $71,900 |
| 2023 | $1,084 +0.9% | $71,900 +23.3% |
| 2022 | $1,074 +10.3% | $58,300 |
| 2021 | $974 -26.2% | $58,300 +14.5% |
| 2020 | $1,320 +47% | $50,900 |
| 2019 | $898 +1.8% | $50,900 +12.6% |
| 2018 | $882 | $45,200 |
| 2017 | $882 +15.1% | $45,200 +10% |
| 2016 | $766 | $41,100 |
| 2015 | $766 +0.9% | $41,100 +0.5% |
| 2014 | $759 | $40,900 |
| 2013 | -- | $40,900 -4.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $42,800 |
| 2011 | -- | $42,800 -0.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $42,900 |
| 2009 | -- | $42,900 -0.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $43,000 |
| 2007 | -- | $43,000 +8.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $39,500 |
| 2005 | -- | $39,500 -1.7% |
| 2003 | -- | $40,180 +7.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $37,380 |
| 2001 | -- | $37,380 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Est. payment
$917/mo
Principal & interest
$735
Property taxes
$182
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Fort Des Moines
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10South Union Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.3 mi
- 4/10Mccombs Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 1/10Lincoln High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.4 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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