$175,000

1255 E 21st St Des Moines, IA 50317

Accent Neighborhood

Estimated payment $1,114/month

Total Views 420
3 Beds
1 Bath
893 Sq Ft
$196 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Popular Property
  • No HOA
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile Flooring
  • Ranch Style House
  • Outdoor Storage
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

Newly remodeled 3 bedroom, 1 bath home. Great location, close to many restaurants, fast food, groceries, and easy access to the interstate!New furnace (2023) Air conditioner (2023) Water heater (2023) Fence (2023) and more!Property sale includes 2 land parcels for a total .239 acres.Lots of land/area for work vehicles if needed.

Last Listed By

Jeff Swehla

RE/MAX Precision Listed on: 05/29/2025

RE/MAX Precision

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,622

Year Built

  • Built in 1923

Lot Details

  • 6,000 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x120
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Wood Fence
  • Property is zoned NX1

Parking

  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 893 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile Flooring
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Additional Features

  • Outdoor Storage
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 06006125000000, 06000119000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,622

Year Built

Built in 1923

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 195.97
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Termite: Call Listing Agent
  • Year Built: 1923
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: 1st Flr Laundry, LVP
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 572
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Included Items: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 893
  • Total Sq Ft: 893

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Storage Shed, Fully Fenced Yard
  • Fence Type: Wood
  • Foundation: Brick
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Asphalt

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2390
  • Lot S F: 6000
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 50X120
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 06006125000000, 06000119000000
  • Zoning: NX1

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: 1622.00
  • Net Taxes: 1622.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Map

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Tax History

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
2024 $1,622 $82,400 $18,300 $64,100
2023 $1,564 $82,400 $18,300 $64,100
2022 $1,344 $66,400 $15,200 $51,200
2021 $1,286 $66,400 $15,200 $51,200
2020 $1,330 $60,100 $13,900 $46,200
2019 $1,220 $60,100 $13,900 $46,200
2018 $1,202 $53,900 $12,300 $41,600
2017 $1,148 $53,900 $12,300 $41,600
2016 $1,114 $51,000 $11,600 $39,400
2015 $1,114 $51,000 $11,600 $39,400
2014 $1,034 $49,300 $11,100 $38,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/29/2025 05/29/25 For Sale $175,000 +169.2% $196 / Sq Ft
12/12/2022 12/12/22 Sold $65,000 +8.5% $73 / Sq Ft
11/30/2022 11/30/22 Pending -- -- --
11/28/2022 11/28/22 For Sale $59,900 -- $67 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $65,000 --
Warranty Deed $53,000 --
Warranty Deed $40,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $105,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 719039

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 060-06125000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50317 Accent

1255 E 21st St, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 1255 E 21st St, Des Moines, IA 50317 and is currently priced at $175,000, approximately $195 per square foot. This property was built in 1923. 1255 E 21st St is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Phillips Elementary, Hiatt Middle School, and East High School.

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