$169,900

2208 Tichenor St Des Moines, IA 50317

$2,018
Closing credit¹
2 beds
1 full
640 sqft
$265 / sqft
House

Property details

About 2208 Tichenor St

Move right in to this charming ranch-style 2-bedroom home featuring a welcoming front deck, perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxation. Enjoy peace of mind with a newer roof, windows, mechanicals, and updated flooring throughout. Outside, the new cement driveway leads to a versatile car-and-a-half garage with a heated workshop ? ideal for hobbies or extra storage. The property also includes a fully fenced backyard and optional front yard fencing, plus an outdoor gas grill that stays with the home. The spacious patio offers plenty of room for entertaining, while the low-maintenance yard makes outdoor living a breeze. Don?t miss this well-maintained home ? schedule your showing today!

Highlights

Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size640 sqft
BasementYes
Year built1953
ParkingDetached, Garage, One Car Garage
MLS #719637
Garage1 space

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Basement: Yes
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2
  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $169,900
  • Price/SqFt: $265
  • Annual Tax Amount: $1,542
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Lot: Rectangular Lot
  • Directions: Guthrie Ave to Tichenor Street
  • Year Built: 1953
  • Living Area: 640 SqFt
  • MLS Number: 719637
  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • Office Name: RE/MAX Results
  • Office Phone: (515) 318-0607
  • Listing Agent: Samantha Hartley-Bullen

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2208 Tichenor St, Des Moines, IA 50317 - view of front of house with a wooden deck and a shingled roof

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Sep 19, 2023
Home Sold
$145,000
Apr 25, 2019
Home Sold
$87,000
Sep 21, 2018
Home Sold
$50,000
Aug 21, 2018
Home Sold
$72,000
Apr 29, 2010
Home Sold
$32,500
Jul 22, 2009
Home Sold
$74,000
Jul 25, 2006
Home Sold
$83,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$100,500$1,542
2021$77,700$1,542
2020$68,300$1,542
2019$68,300$1,380
2018$60,600$1,380
2017$60,600$1,382

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

2

Phillips Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.6 mi

1701 Lay St

3

Garton Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.6 mi

2820 E 24th St

3

Cattell Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.4 mi

3101 E 12th 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 $47,857. The most common annual income of people living in Des Moines, IA is between $35k-100k. The majority of 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?

36%
<35k
63%
35k-100k
1%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree

What types of families live nearby?

43%
Single, No Kids
17%
Single, with Kids
23%
Married, No Kids
17%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

17%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
19%
18-34 yrs old
43%
35-64 yrs old
14%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • NHRA Drag RacingNHRA Drag Racing
  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Big LotsBig Lots
  • Family DollarFamily Dollar
  • Books-a-MillionBooks-a-Million

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Golden CorralGolden Corral
  • White CastleWhite Castle
  • Church's ChickenChurch's Chicken

What do the neighbors drive?

  • KiaKia
  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • ToyotaToyota

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Adult StandardsAdult Standards
  • RockRock
  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 2208 Tichenor St

The listing price of 2208 Tichenor St property is $169,900.

The property 2208 Tichenor St is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50317.

Active Listing: 2208 Tichenor St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 2208 Tichenor St are: Phillips Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Garton Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Cattell Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Goodrell Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Hiatt Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Harding 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 $1,542 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on September 19, 2023 for $145,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 2208 Tichenor St has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The property 2208 Tichenor St is 640 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 2208 Tichenor St is 1953.

This home is located at 2208 Tichenor St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50317 in the Fairmont Park neighborhood. This 640 square foot home was built in 1953. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 8, 2025 and is currently priced at $169,900.

In May 2025, from all listings sold in Des Moines, IA there were more than 61 sold above asking price, over 143 sold below and more than 69 were sold right at the asked price. The number of listings in Des Moines, IA increased by 0.9% between April and May 2025. Listings spent 42 days on the market in May 2025, and had a median list price of $215,247 during the same period.

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

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