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$215,000

1916 York St Des Moines, IA 50316

2 beds
1 full
1,165 sqft
0.2 acres
$185 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1916 York St

Recent updates to this 2 bedroom in Union Park neighborhood include new AC and furnace, fresh paint throughout and an updated bathroom. Come put your personal final touches on this home.

Highlights

Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,165 sqft
Lot size0.183 Acres
Year built1915
ParkingDetached, Garage, One Car Garage
MLS #721651
Garage1 space

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Oven, Cooktop, Dryer, Washer
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Interior: Separate/Formal Dining Room
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2
  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
  • Architectural Style: One and One Half Story
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $215,000
  • Price/SqFt: $184
  • Annual Tax Amount: $3,128
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Lot: Rectangular Lot
  • Directions: E 14th St to Guthrie Ave, west 1 block to York St, south 1/2 block to home on the right.
  • Year Built: 1915
  • Living Area: 1,165 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.183 Acres
  • MLS Number: 721651
  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • Office Name: Iotis Realty, LLC
  • Office Phone: (888) 554-6847
  • Listing Agent: Scott Leff

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Aug 28, 2023
Home Sold
$40,000
Aug 01, 2023
Home Sold
$20,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$173,100$3,128
2021$151,500$3,128
2020$132,800$3,128
2019$132,800$2,746
2018$115,300$2,746
2017$115,300$2,632

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

3

Cattell Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.8 mi

3101 E 12th St

1

Carver Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.0 mi

705 E University Ave

4

Findley Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.1 mi

3025 Oxford 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 $48,839. Residents of Des Moines, IA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Most families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.

How much money do the neighbors make?

25%
<35k
58%
35k-100k
13%
100k-200k
4%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

40%
Single, No Kids
17%
Single, with Kids
24%
Married, No Kids
19%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

20%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
24%
18-34 yrs old
40%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • College BasketballCollege Basketball
  • SoccerSoccer
  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • DillardsDillards
  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Books-a-MillionBooks-a-Million

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Logan's RoadhouseLogan's Roadhouse
  • WingstopWingstop
  • Church's ChickenChurch's Chicken

What do the neighbors drive?

  • HyundaiHyundai
  • NissanNissan
  • ToyotaToyota

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • RockRock
  • Christian Adult ContemporaryChristian Adult Contemporary
  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 1916 York St

The listing price of 1916 York St property is $215,000.

The property 1916 York St is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50316.

Active Listing: 1916 York St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 1916 York St are: Cattell Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Carver Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Findley Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), 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), Saydel High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $3,128 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on August 28, 2023 for $40,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 1916 York St has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The property 1916 York St is 1,165 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 1916 York St is 1915.

This home is located at 1916 York St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50316 in the Union Park neighborhood. This 1,165 square foot home, which was built in 1915, sits on a 0.18 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 7, 2025 and is currently priced at $215,000.

In June 2025, from all listings sold in Des Moines, IA there were more than 67 sold above asking price, over 153 sold below and more than 78 were sold right at the asked price. Between May and June 2025, Des Moines, IA real estate market has seen decrease in the number of listings by 7%. While the average time on the market in June 2025 was 38 days, the median list price was $216,801.

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

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