$2,369 Closing Credit¹
#715311, Seth Walker, Listing Office: RE/MAX Concepts
$220,000 List price
1143 27th St Des Moines, IA 50311
$2,613
Closing credit¹
4 beds
3 full
1,566 sqft
0.1 acres
$140 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1143 27th St
Don't miss this rare opportunity just one block from Drake University! This spacious 4-bedroom, 3-bath home features beautifully preserved original hardwood floors and stunning wood trim throughout. The roof was replaced 2021, and the property has maintained consistent occupancy. Home is currently rented and new lease has been signed and tenants move in August - making it a strong candidate for first time investor or a seasoned investor. A truly charming blend of character, location and value in the heart of Des Moines. All information obtained from seller and public records.
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Window Unit(s)
Size1,566 sqft
Lot size0.132 Acres
Year built1900
MLS #717944
FireplaceWood Burning
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Fireplace: Wood Burning
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Architectural Style: Two Story
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air, Window Unit(s)
- List Price: $220,000
- Price/SqFt: $140
- Annual Tax Amount: $3,624
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: University to 27th, go south on 27th
- Year Built: 1900
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 1,566 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.132 Acres
- MLS Number: 717944
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: RE/MAX Precision
- Office Phone: (515) 223-9492
- Office Email: info@precisiondsm.com
- Listing Agent: Mary Halling
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 12, 2021 | Home Sold | $190,000 |
| Jan 29, 2008 | Home Sold | $123,000 |
| Dec 06, 2006 | Home Sold | $81,500 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $202,700 | $3,624 |
| 2021 | $157,800 | $3,624 |
| 2020 | $139,800 | $3,624 |
| 2019 | $139,800 | $3,688 |
| 2018 | $138,600 | $3,688 |
| 2017 | $138,600 | $3,426 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
King Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.7 mi
•1849 Forest Ave
1
Edmunds Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.8 mi
•950 15th St
1
Monroe Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.1 mi
•2250 30th St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $20,863. The majority of Des Moines, IA residents have income less than $<35k annually. 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?
71%
<35k
26%
35k-100k
2%
100k-200k
1%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
62%
Single, No Kids
17%
Single, with Kids
8%
Married, No Kids
13%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
17%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
39%
18-34 yrs old
31%
35-64 yrs old
5%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Soccer
NBA/WNBA
Pro Wrestling
Where do the neighbors shop?
Forever 21
Express/Express For Men
Burlington
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Dominos Pizza
Starbucks
Cicis Pizza
What do the neighbors drive?
Mazda
Pontiac
Buick
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
Urban Contemporary- Urban Adult Contemporary
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 1143 27th St
The listing price of 1143 27th St property is $220,000.
The property 1143 27th St is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50311.
Active Listing: 1143 27th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1143 27th St are: King Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Edmunds Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Monroe Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Callanan Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Merrill Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Harding Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Roosevelt High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), North High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), East High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $3,624 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on March 12, 2021 for $190,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 1143 27th St has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
The property 1143 27th St is 1,566 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1143 27th St is 1900.
This home is located at 1143 27th St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50311 in the Drake neighborhood. This 1,566 square foot home, which was built in 1900, sits on a 0.13 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 16, 2025 and is currently priced at $220,000.
Over 49 listings were sold over their listed price in April 2025 in Des Moines, IA. In the same period over 141 listings were sold below the listed price and 58 listings were sold for the listed price. The inventory of homes for sale in Des Moines, IA between March and April 2025 increased by 7.2%. In April 2025, listings were on the market for 41 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $215,000.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.