$210,000
$3K PRICE DROP

1175 21st St Des Moines, IA 50311

Drake Neighborhood

Estimated payment $1,323/month

Total Views 32,672
6 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,568 Sq Ft
$134 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Carpet

About This Home

Excellent investment opportunity just steps from the Drake University campus! This spacious 2-story duplex offers strong rental potential with two generously sized units. Unit 1 features 2 bedrooms and 1 bath, while Unit 2 offers 4 bedrooms and 2 baths, perfect for student housing or multi-generational living. Both units have access to the shared basement, which includes laundry hookups and ample storage space. Property holds a current rental certificate. Don't miss your chance to own an income-producing property in a prime location. Schedule your showing today!

Listing Agent

Ayeesha Ali

RE/MAX Concepts Listed on: 11/06/2025

RE/MAX Concepts

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,182

Year Built

  • Built in 1909

Lot Details

  • 9,100 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 70x130
  • Property is zoned N5-4

Home Design

  • 1,568 Sq Ft Home
  • Brick Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Gravel Driveway

Additional Features

  • Stove
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Basement

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 03005120001000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,182

Year Built

Built in 1909

Lot Details

9,100 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Duplex
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 133.93
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1909
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting, Laminate Floors, Vinyl Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Second Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Second Floor Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Included Items: Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1568
  • Total Sq Ft: 1568

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation: Brick
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Gravel
  • Garage: 2 Detached

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2090
  • Lot S F: 9100
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 70X130
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 03005120001000
  • Zoning: N5-4

Green Features

  • Additional Green Features: No
  • ENERGYSTAR qualified New Home: No
  • HERS Rating: No
  • Leed For Homes: No
  • Solar: No

Multi Family

  • Geo Solar Thermal: No

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 2182.00
  • Net Taxes: 2182.00
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Tax History

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Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $2,182 $129,000 $13,900 $115,100
2024 $2,182 $110,900 $11,900 $99,000
2023 $1,884 $110,900 $11,900 $99,000
2022 $1,868 $79,900 $9,000 $70,900
2021 $1,754 $79,900 $9,000 $70,900
2020 $1,822 $70,300 $8,000 $62,300
2019 $1,714 $70,300 $8,000 $62,300
2018 $1,698 $63,800 $7,200 $56,600
2017 $1,728 $63,800 $7,200 $56,600
2016 $1,684 $63,900 $7,200 $56,700
2015 $1,684 $63,900 $7,200 $56,700
2014 $1,710 $66,800 $8,300 $58,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
11/12/2025 11/12/25 Price Changed $210,000 -1.2% $134 / Sq Ft
11/06/2025 11/06/25 For Sale $212,500 -- $136 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Fiduciary Deed $170,000 None Listed On Document
Corporate Deed $129,500 None Available
Warranty Deed $29,500 --
Warranty Deed $22,000 --
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $135,920 Balloon
Previous Owner $102,380 Commercial
Previous Owner $104,000 Commercial
Previous Owner $91,900 Commercial
Source: Public Records

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 729944

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 030-05120001000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50311 Drake

1175 21st St, Des Moines, IA

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