658 20th St Des Moines, IA 50314
Sherman Hill NeighborhoodEstimated payment $3,002/month
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- Covered Deck
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- No HOA
- Outdoor Storage
- 2-minute walk to Chamberlain Park
About This Home
Welcome to Historic Sherman Hill! This 4 bedroom - grand two-story home combines timeless charm with thoughtful, high-quality updates. Set on a beautifully landscaped lot, it features a two-car garage with loft (2015), newer roof (est. 2015), furnace, A/C (approx. 5 yrs old), new electrical panel, and garage electrical upgrade (2024). Energy-efficient improvements include PEX plumbing, blown-in insulation in walls and attic wrap, and an average utility bill of ~$165/month. Inside, you'll find refinished hardwood floors (2024), fresh interior paint (2024–2025), and crystal door hardware throughout. The main level offers a flexible layout with a bedroom/flex space, updated laundry and 3⁄4 bath, and a beautifully remodeled kitchen (2024) with new layout, cabinetry, appliances, countertops, and added electrical. The adjacent dining area includes custom cabinetry and beverage fridge hookup. Upstairs offers three spacious bedrooms, a bonus room, and two full baths—including one recently remodeled. The primary suite features a walk-in closet and new doors (2023). Additional updates include new lighting, millwork replacement upstairs, updated exterior paint (2025), and more. All this just steps from Aposto, parks, and shops in Des Moines’ most historic and walkable neighborhood. A perfect blend of old-home character and modern comfort!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,138
Year Built
- Built in 1880
Lot Details
- 7,500 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 60x125
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Wood Fence
- Property is zoned NX2A
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- Brick Foundation
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,110 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Unfinished Basement
Kitchen
- Stove
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Covered Deck
- Outdoor Storage
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 03000503000000
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $7,392 | $373,400 | $54,700 | $318,700 |
2023 | $6,826 | $388,700 | $54,700 | $334,000 |
2022 | $6,772 | $304,100 | $44,300 | $259,800 |
2021 | $6,594 | $304,100 | $44,300 | $259,800 |
2020 | $6,832 | $279,500 | $40,200 | $239,300 |
2019 | $6,468 | $279,500 | $40,200 | $239,300 |
2018 | $6,396 | $257,100 | $36,200 | $220,900 |
2017 | $6,012 | $257,100 | $36,200 | $220,900 |
2016 | $5,906 | $239,300 | $33,300 | $206,000 |
2015 | $5,906 | $226,000 | $33,300 | $192,700 |
2014 | $4,440 | $214,000 | $31,000 | $183,000 |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
08/26/2025 08/26/25 | Price Changed | $440,000 | -2.2% | $209 / Sq Ft |
07/10/2025 07/10/25 | For Sale | $450,000 | +12.5% | $213 / Sq Ft |
07/28/2023 07/28/23 | Sold | $400,000 | 0.0% | $190 / Sq Ft |
06/09/2023 06/09/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
06/05/2023 06/05/23 | Price Changed | $400,000 | -3.6% | $190 / Sq Ft |
05/17/2023 05/17/23 | For Sale | $415,000 | +86.1% | $197 / Sq Ft |
03/20/2015 03/20/15 | Sold | $223,000 | -0.9% | $106 / Sq Ft |
03/20/2015 03/20/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
01/28/2015 01/28/15 | For Sale | $225,000 | -- | $107 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Warranty Deed | $400,000 | None Listed On Document | |
Warranty Deed | $223,000 | None Available | |
Warranty Deed | $48,500 | -- |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Previous Owner | $392,755 | FHA | |
Previous Owner | $40,000 | Commercial | |
Previous Owner | $10,000 | Commercial | |
Previous Owner | $148,402 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $163,532 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $167,250 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $201,600 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $207,000 | Unknown | |
Previous Owner | $202,000 | Unknown | |
Previous Owner | $72,750 | No Value Available |
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 721979

APN: 030-00503000000
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