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$230,000

1217 39 Th St Des Moines, IA 50311

4 beds
1,832 sqft
0.2 acres
$126 / sqft
Multi-Family

Property details

About 1217 39 Th St

NEW LOWER PRICE on the side by side duplex! A great investment opportunity. Located in a nice walkable neighborhood. Close to grocery and drug store, movie theater, banks, and on the bus line. Built in the 1970's this duplex could use a few updates but is a solid property. Tenants are on a month to month basis so new owner can keep the tenant or keep it for their use. Rent out one side and live in the other OR a nice preoperty for an investors portfolio. Don't miss this great opportunity!

Highlights

Home typeDuplex
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,832 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.242 Acres
MLS #723384

Summary

  • Basement: Yes
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4
  • Architectural Style: Duplex
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $230,000
  • Price/SqFt: $125
  • Lot: Rectangular Lot
  • Directions: North of University on 39th on east side of the street
  • Living Area: 1,832 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.242 Acres
  • MLS Number: 723384
  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • Office Name: United Real Estate Profess
  • Office Phone: (515) 509-2344
  • Listing Agent: Cyndi Pederson

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Nearby schools

3

Perkins Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.6 mi

4301 College Ave

3

Hubbell Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.7 mi

800 42nd 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.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $34,819. The most common annual income of people living in Des Moines, IA is less than $<35k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

50%
<35k
44%
35k-100k
5%
100k-200k
1%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

68%
Single, No Kids
11%
Single, with Kids
11%
Married, No Kids
10%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

9%
<11 yrs old
3%
12-17 yrs old
63%
18-34 yrs old
21%
35-64 yrs old
4%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • SoccerSoccer
  • Continuing Education CoursesContinuing Education Courses
  • Yoga/pilatesYoga/pilates

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Forever 21Forever 21
  • Express/Express For MenExpress/Express For Men
  • H&MH&M

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Dominos PizzaDominos Pizza
  • QdobaQdoba
  • Boston MarketBoston Market

What do the neighbors drive?

  • MazdaMazda
  • VolkswagenVolkswagen
  • AudiAudi

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
  • Urban ContemporaryUrban Contemporary
  • AlternativeAlternative
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 1217 39 Th St

The listing price of 1217 39 Th St property is $230,000.

The property 1217 39 Th St is a multi located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50311.

Active Listing: 1217 39 Th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 1217 39 Th St are: Perkins Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Hubbell Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Monroe Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Callanan Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Merrill Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Cowles Montessori School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Roosevelt High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Hoover High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Walnut Creek Campus (GreatSchools Rating 1/10).

The property 1217 39 Th St is 1,832 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

This home is located at 1217 39 Th St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50311 in the Drake neighborhood. This 1,832 square foot home sits on a 0.24 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 0 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 31, 2025 and is currently priced at $230,000.

In July 2025 more than 47 listings in Des Moines, IA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 67 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 128 were sold below. In July 2025 in Des Moines, IA there were 1.7% less homes for sale than in June. In July 2025, listings were on the market for 34 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $217,571.

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

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