$2,173 Closing Credit¹
#710413, Marsha Bannister, Listing office: Homeworks Realty, LLC
$150,000 List price
1236 York St Des Moines, IA 50316
$1,781
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,303 sqft
0.2 acres
$115 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1236 York St
Welcome home to this charming 3-bedroom, 1.5 bath, 1.5 story residence offer 1,303 square feet of inviting living space in the highly sought after Capital park neighborhood! This delightful home features a spacious front living room and a formal dining area adorned with rich wood accents, beautifully updated flooring, and a stunning built-in wood china cabinet that adds both character and functional storage. The main floor also includes a comfortable bedroom, convenient half bath, and a cozy 3 season porch- perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxation. Upstairs, you'll find two generously sized bedrooms, three large walk-in closets, and a full bath. The lower level offers laundry, a shower stall, and a non-conforming room ideal for storage or a flex space. The roof was replaced in 2022 for added peace of mind. Outside, enjoy a large lot with alley access, an oversized 2 car detached garage, and additional off-street parking for u to 4 more vehicles. Ideally located just minutes from the Neal Smith Trail, Grand View University, I-235, downtown, parks and schools. Whether you're looking for a place to call home or a smart investment opportunity, this property has so much to offer.
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,303 sqft
Lot size0.183 Acres
Year built1905
ParkingDetached, Garage, Two Car Garage
MLS #720498
Garage2 spaces
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Dryer, Microwave, Stove, Washer
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Laminate, Vinyl
- Interior: Dining Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Window Treatments
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Architectural Style: One and One Half Story
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $150,000
- Price/SqFt: $115
- Annual Tax Amount: $2,256
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Rectangular Lot
- Directions: From I-235 head east to Des Moines, take exit 8B to Pennsylvania Ave, then north to University Ave, then east on University to York St. North on York street to the home on the west side of the street. There is an alley behind the home. For alley access, continue on York St to Garfield Ave, go west and take the first left to enter the alley.
- Year Built: 1905
- Living Area: 1,303 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.183 Acres
- MLS Number: 720498
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: RE/MAX Concepts
- Office Phone: (515) 954-5400
- Listing Agent: Dayna Foust
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $143,800 | $2,256 |
| 2021 | $109,600 | $2,256 |
| 2020 | $95,800 | $2,256 |
| 2019 | $95,800 | $2,110 |
| 2018 | $88,000 | $2,110 |
| 2017 | $88,000 | $1,992 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
1
Carver Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.5 mi
•705 E University Ave
1
Capitol View Elementary School
Public District EE-5
0.8 mi
•320 E 16th St
3
Moulton Elementary School
Public District EE-5
1.4 mi
•1541 8th 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 $26,346. The most common annual income of people living in Des Moines, IA is less than $<35k. Most families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.
How much money do the neighbors make?
63%
<35k
33%
35k-100k
4%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
37%
Single, No Kids
22%
Single, with Kids
16%
Married, No Kids
25%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
21%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
28%
18-34 yrs old
34%
35-64 yrs old
7%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Mexican League Soccer
Pro Wrestling
Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
Burlington
Books-a-Million
Big Lots
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Church's Chicken
Cicis Pizza
Wingstop
What do the neighbors drive?
Chevrolet
Toyota
Pontiac
What do the neighbors listen to?
Urban Adult Contemporary
Adult Hits- Urban Contemporary
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 1236 York St
The listing price of 1236 York St property is $150,000.
The property 1236 York St is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50316.
Active Listing: 1236 York St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1236 York 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), Goodrell Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), 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 $2,256 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 1236 York St has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 1236 York St is 1,303 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1236 York St is 1905.
This home is located at 1236 York St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50316 in the Capitol Park neighborhood. This 1,303 square foot home, which was built in 1905, sits on a 0.18 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 18, 2025 and is currently priced at $150,000.
While more than 61 listings in Des Moines, IA in May 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 69 listings sold at asking price, and more than 143 were sold below. Between April and May 2025, Des Moines, IA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 0.9%. In May 2025 median list price was $215,247 and the average listing age was 42 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.