$249,900

1096 Buchanan St Des Moines, IA 50316

$2,968
Closing credit¹
4 beds
2 full, 1 partial
1,248 sqft
0.2 acres
$200 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1096 Buchanan St

Schedule your appointment today and come see this house before its gone, the house was built in 2013, and everything still look new and in good working condition, there is a full finished Basement with an office room, 1 bedroom and a full bath. you will find good size 3 bedrooms and a full bath on the second floor. On the first floor you will see a good size kitchen, dining area, living area and a half bath .The house is about 3min to Des Moines downtown and 2min to East High School. Seller still lives in the house, please allow 2 hours before showing. Send

Highlights

Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,248 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.173 Acres
Year built2013
MLS #720588

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Carpet
  • Interior: Dining Area
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4
  • Exterior: Deck
  • Architectural Style: Two Story
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $249,900
  • Price/SqFt: $200
  • Annual Tax Amount: $3,254
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: On University ave Going East, turn right into 9th St then left into Buchanan house will on the left
  • Year Built: 2013
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 1,248 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.173 Acres
  • MLS Number: 720588
  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • Office Name: Realty ONE Group Impact
  • Office Phone: (515) 822-6866
  • Listing Agent: Patrick Pena

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1096 Buchanan St, Des Moines, IA 50316 - view of front of house featuring a porch and driveway

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Aug 06, 2013
Home Sold
$125,000
Apr 03, 2012
Home Sold
$15,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$196,000$3,254
2021$152,700$3,254
2020$134,300$3,254
2019$134,300$126
2018$13,440$126
2017$13,440$-

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

1

Carver Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.3 mi

705 E University Ave

1

Capitol View Elementary School

Public District EE-5

0.7 mi

320 E 16th St

3

Moulton Elementary School

Public District EE-5

1.3 mi

1541 8th St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $24,718. Residents of Des Moines, IA typically earn less than $<35k each year. The majority of families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

67%
<35k
27%
35k-100k
1%
100k-200k
5%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

41%
Single, No Kids
29%
Single, with Kids
9%
Married, No Kids
21%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

26%
<11 yrs old
11%
12-17 yrs old
25%
18-34 yrs old
32%
35-64 yrs old
6%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • UFCUFC
  • Pro WrestlingPro Wrestling

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Family DollarFamily Dollar
  • Big LotsBig Lots

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • PopeyesPopeyes
  • Burger KingBurger King
  • Cicis PizzaCicis Pizza

What do the neighbors drive?

  • DodgeDodge
  • BuickBuick
  • PontiacPontiac

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban ContemporaryUrban Contemporary
  • JazzJazz
  • Adult StandardsAdult Standards
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 1096 Buchanan St

The listing price of 1096 Buchanan St property is $249,900.

The property 1096 Buchanan St is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50316.

Active Listing: 1096 Buchanan St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 1096 Buchanan St are: Carver Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Capitol View Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Moulton Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Hiatt Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Harding Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Callanan Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), East High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), North High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Lincoln High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $3,254 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on August 6, 2013 for $125,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 1096 Buchanan St has 4 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 1096 Buchanan St is 1,248 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 1096 Buchanan St is 2013.

This home is located at 1096 Buchanan St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50316 in the Capitol Park neighborhood. This 1,248 square foot home, which was built in 2013, sits on a 0.17 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 21, 2025 and is currently priced at $249,900.

Des Moines, IA housing market in May 2025 saw over 61 listings sold above listed price, more than 69 sold at listed price and over 143 sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Des Moines, IA between April and May 2025 increased by 0.9%. While the average time on the market in May 2025 was 42 days, the median list price was $215,247.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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