$249,000

400 Walnut St, Unit 401 Des Moines, IA 50309

Downtown Des Moines Neighborhood

Estimated payment $2,213/month

Total Views 5,756
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,357 Sq Ft
$183 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • Recreation Facilities
  • Home Security System
  • Sauna
  • Security Service
  • 1-minute walk to Cowles Commons

About This Home

Experience the best of downtown Des Moines in this CORNER UNIT 2-bed, 2-bath condo on the 4th floor of the historic Hotel Kirkwood. With an open layout, walk-in closets, in-unit laundry, and the option to come FULLY FURNISHED, all you need to bring is your toothbrush. HOA allows for both short-term (like Airbnb) and long-term rentals, it's a perfect fit for homeowners or investors. Enjoy amenities like a private parking garage, fitness center, sauna, secure storage, and building-wide security. Just steps from top restaurants, the farmers market, shops, entertainment, and the skywalk, this is urban living at its finest.

Last Listed By

Isaiah Thomas

Century 21 Signature Listed on: 04/10/2025

Century 21 Signature

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,460

Year Built

  • Built in 1930

HOA Fees

  • $450 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • 1,357 Sq Ft Home
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Rolled or Hot Mop Roof

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Municipal Trash
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 02001715002010

Community Details

Overview

  • Kouri Management Association, Phone Number (712) 322-5535

Amenities

  • Sauna
  • Community Storage Space

Recreation

  • Recreation Facilities
  • Fitness Center
  • Snow Removal

Security

  • Security Service
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,460

Year Built

Built in 1930

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$450 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Condo-Townhome
  • Style: Apartment Style
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 183.49
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Unit: 401
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Special Features: BrokerOpen
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Cable TV, Fire Alarm, Security System, Smoke Detector
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1357
  • Total Sq Ft: 1357

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick
  • Roof: Roll Roofing
  • Street Feature: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 1 Detached

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Heat Pump
  • Services: Cable, Exterior Maint./Bldg., Insurance, Lawn Care, Recreational Facilities, Security Services, Snow Removal, Trash Service

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities: Exercise Room, Extra Storage, Sauna, Snow Removal
  • HOA Name: Kirkwood Commons
  • Management Firm: Kouri Management
  • Management Firm Phone: (712) 322-5535

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 450.0000
  • Association Fee Term: Month
  • Association Fee: Yes

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Green Features

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

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 02001715002010
  • Zoning: DX1

Multi Family

  • Geo Solar Thermal: No

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 4460.00
  • Net Taxes: 4460.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Map

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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 $4,460 $237,200 $15,200 $222,000
2023 $5,382 $237,200 $15,200 $222,000
2022 $5,338 $237,200 $15,200 $222,000
2021 $6,246 $237,200 $15,200 $222,000
2020 $6,246 $249,700 $16,000 $233,700
2019 $6,482 $249,700 $16,000 $233,700
2018 $5,718 $249,700 $16,000 $233,700
2017 $1,604 $249,700 $16,000 $233,700
2016 $546 $162,440 $15,980 $146,460
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/10/2025 04/10/25 For Sale $249,000 -2.4% $183 / Sq Ft
12/05/2017 12/05/17 Sold $255,000 -1.9% $188 / Sq Ft
10/23/2017 10/23/17 Pending -- -- --
10/16/2017 10/16/17 For Sale $260,000 -- $192 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $255,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $225,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Source: Public Records

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Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 715313

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 020-01715002010

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50309 Downtown Des Moines

400 Walnut St Unit 401, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 400 Walnut St Unit 401, Des Moines, IA 50309 and is currently priced at $249,000, approximately $183 per square foot. This property was built in 1930. 400 Walnut St Unit 401 is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Walnut Street School, Callanan Middle School, and Roosevelt High School.

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