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$175,000

1436 21st St Des Moines, IA 50311

3 beds
1 full
1,136 sqft
0.2 acres
$154 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1436 21st St

Adorable home in the heart of the city. Home features three bedrooms and 1 bath on the main floor and has a basement (as yet unfinished) just waiting for the creative person(s) to put their creative touches to it. The location offers ease of access to the freeway - Drake University - shopping and all that life in the Des Moines metro area has to offer. Come take a look...

Highlights

Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,136 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.173 Acres
Year built1948
MLS #723476

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Other
  • Basement: Yes
  • Interior: Dining Area
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary, Ranch
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $175,000
  • Price/SqFt: $154
  • Annual Tax Amount: $2,230
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Lot: Irregular Lot
  • Directions: MLK to Clark St. West on Clark St to 21st. South on Clark St - home is on the west side of the street
  • Year Built: 1948
  • Living Area: 1,136 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.173 Acres
  • MLS Number: 723476
  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • Office Name: RE/MAX Concepts
  • Office Phone: (515) 783-8310
  • Listing Agent: Audra Sypolt

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Nov 22, 2021
Home Sold
$67,200
Jul 20, 2011
Home Sold
$80,000
Feb 07, 2008
Home Sold
$69,000
May 06, 2005
Home Sold
$63,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$120,900$2,230
2021$94,500$2,230
2020$86,000$2,230
2019$86,000$2,200
2018$82,700$2,200
2017$82,700$2,116

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

3

King Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.2 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

0.9 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 $41,759. Typical income of Des Moines, IA residents is between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

38%
<35k
58%
35k-100k
4%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree

What types of families live nearby?

35%
Single, No Kids
29%
Single, with Kids
11%
Married, No Kids
25%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

25%
<11 yrs old
12%
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?

  • SoccerSoccer
  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer
  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Forever 21Forever 21
  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Family DollarFamily Dollar

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Dominos PizzaDominos Pizza
  • Church's ChickenChurch's Chicken
  • White CastleWhite Castle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • MazdaMazda
  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • ToyotaToyota

What do the neighbors listen to?

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

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Frequently asked questions

About 1436 21st St

The listing price of 1436 21st St property is $175,000.

The property 1436 21st St is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50311.

Active Listing: 1436 21st St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 1436 21st 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), Harding Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Hiatt Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), North High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Roosevelt High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), East High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $2,230 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on November 22, 2021 for $67,200 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 1436 21st St has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The property 1436 21st St is 1,136 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 1436 21st St is 1948.

This home is located at 1436 21st St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50311 in the Drake neighborhood. This 1,136 square foot home, which was built in 1948, sits on a 0.17 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since August 1, 2025 and is currently priced at $175,000.

While more than 47 listings in Des Moines, IA in July 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 67 listings sold at asking price, and more than 128 were sold below. In July 2025 in Des Moines, IA there were 1.7% less homes for sale than in June. While the average time on the market in July 2025 was 34 days, the median list price was $217,571.

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

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