NOT LISTED FOR SALE

229 Clark St Des Moines, IA 50314

River Bend Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $123,446 - $129,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
748 Sq Ft
$170/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: December 1, 2025

Last sale price $130,000 $174 Per Sq Ft

Est. 2% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $793 / mo

71 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Bungalow
  • No HOA
  • Shades
  • 1-minute walk to Bates Park

About This Home

As of December 2025

Come see this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath bungalow. You’ll love the beautiful woodwork throughout. The inviting front porch is perfect for morning coffee, while the walk-out basement provides extra storage or workshop potential.
The home has updates including a newer water heater (5 years), HVAC (2 years), and washer/dryer (5–6 years). A nice backyard offers space for gardening, play, or relaxation.
This cozy home is full of charm and ready for its next chapter. Don’t miss the chance to make it yours!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

JC Wilson

Platinum Realty LLC Listed on: 09/03/2025

Platinum Realty LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Ben Grotzke

LPT Realty, LLC

LPT Realty, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,285

Year Built

  • Built in 1906

Lot Details

  • 7,282 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 45x159

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Brick Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Asbestos

Interior Spaces

  • 748 Sq Ft Home
  • Shades
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 08004427000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,285

Year Built

Built in 1906

Lot Details

7,282 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Bungalow
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 190.51
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 173.80
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1906
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting, Drapes/Curtains, Hardwood Floors, Shades/Shutters, Vinyl Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Partial Finished, Walkout
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining Rm
  • Included Items: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 748
  • Total Sq Ft: 748

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Asbestos
  • Foundation: Brick
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Oak

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1670
  • Lot S F: 7282
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 45X159
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 08004427000000
  • Zoning: Res

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: 1285.00
  • Net Taxes: 1080.00
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 3, 2025
Closed on
Nov 30, 2025
Sold by
Garcia Diane Lee
Bought by
Rodman Jessica Marie
Seller's Agent
JC Wilson
Platinum Realty LLC
Buyer's Agent
Ben Grotzke
LPT Realty, LLC
List Price
$155,000
Sold Price
$130,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-16.13%
Views
71
Current Estimated Value
$127,362

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$2,638
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.18%
Original Mortgage
$123,500
Outstanding Balance
$123,500
Interest Rate
6.17%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$3,862

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 28, 2000
Sold by
Rouse Sandra Sue
Bought by
Avila Juvenal Garcia and Garcia Diane Lee
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Rodman Jessica Marie $130,000 None Listed On Document
Avila Juvenal Garcia $15,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Rodman Jessica Marie $123,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
12/01/2025 12/01/25 Sold $130,000 -8.8% $174 / Sq Ft
11/13/2025 11/13/25 Pending -- -- --
10/09/2025 10/09/25 Price Changed $142,500 -1.7% $191 / Sq Ft
09/30/2025 09/30/25 Price Changed $145,000 -2.7% $194 / Sq Ft
09/16/2025 09/16/25 Price Changed $149,000 -3.9% $199 / Sq Ft
09/03/2025 09/03/25 For Sale $155,000 -- $207 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

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
2025 $1,232 $82,900 $10,800 $72,100
2024 $1,232 $73,100 $9,600 $63,500
2023 $1,068 $73,100 $9,600 $63,500
2022 $1,058 $54,200 $7,400 $46,800
2021 $976 $54,200 $7,400 $46,800
2020 $1,008 $47,700 $6,500 $41,200
2019 $1,010 $47,700 $6,500 $41,200
2018 $994 $46,100 $6,200 $39,900
2017 $898 $46,100 $6,200 $39,900
2016 $870 $41,700 $5,700 $36,000
2015 $870 $41,700 $5,700 $36,000
2014 $866 $42,700 $5,900 $36,800
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • JC Wilson

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    JC Wilson

    Platinum Realty LLC

    (515) 360-9434

    1 in this area

    24 Total Sales

    JC Wilson
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    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Ben Grotzke

    LPT Realty, LLC

    (515) 745-0425

    5 in this area

    60 Total Sales

    Ben Grotzke
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 725441

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 080-04427000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50314 River Bend

229 Clark St, Des Moines, IA

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