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#716840, Amy Long, Listing Office: RE/MAX Precision
$140,000 List price
2721 Cornell St Des Moines, IA 50313
$1,663
Closing credit¹
2 beds
1 full
773 sqft
0.2 acres
$181 / sqft
House
Property details
About 2721 Cornell St
Great Value Alert! The recent price increase reflects the updated county assessment—but even at the current price, this home is still listed below assessed value. Talk about bang for your buck! Whether you're an investor looking for a smart opportunity or a buyer ready to build equity, this home is bursting with potential. Step inside to find a spacious living room with hardwood floors, two generously sized bedrooms, a full bath, and a kitchen loaded with charm and character. The full basement offers plenty of storage space or room to finish out and add value. Outside, enjoy the large fenced backyard—perfect for pets, play, or entertaining—as well as a single-car garage for convenience. Special Financing Available! This home qualifies for NFC lending, offering amazing benefits: No income restrictions! A forgivable loan up to $10,000 for home repairs and improvements (just stay five years!). Eligible buyers may also qualify for a Neighborhood Reinvest deferred loan of $10,500 and a forgivable subsidy up to $2,500 to assist with down payment and/or closing costs. This property is being sold as-is, giving you the freedom to customize and create your dream space. Call today to schedule your showing and take advantage of this incredible opportunity!
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size773 sqft
Lot size0.162 Acres
Year built1942
ParkingDetached, Garage, One Car Garage
MLS #712886
Garage1 space
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Flooring Type: Hardwood, Vinyl
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Exterior: Fully Fenced
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $140,000
- Price/SqFt: $181
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,984
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: From state/2nd st turn onto Hull ave turn right ono Cornell st the destination is on your left
- Year Built: 1942
- Living Area: 773 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.162 Acres
- MLS Number: 712886
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: Epique Realty
- Office Phone: (712) 264-5678
- Listing Agent: Shonna Murrey
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 14, 2005 | Home Sold | $85,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $123,200 | $1,984 |
| 2021 | $96,500 | $1,984 |
| 2020 | $85,300 | $1,984 |
| 2019 | $85,300 | $1,824 |
| 2018 | $77,300 | $1,824 |
| 2017 | $77,300 | $1,704 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
Findley Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.2 mi
•3025 Oxford St
3
Cattell Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.6 mi
•3101 E 12th St
4
Madison Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.9 mi
•806 Hoffman Ave
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 $52,362. The most common annual income of people living in Des Moines, IA is between $35k-100k. Most families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
27%
<35k
67%
35k-100k
6%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
What types of families live nearby?
42%
Single, No Kids
20%
Single, with Kids
20%
Married, No Kids
18%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
19%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
23%
18-34 yrs old
40%
35-64 yrs old
9%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Pro Boxing
NHRA Drag Racing
Mexican League Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
Family Dollar
Big Lots
Books-a-Million
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
White Castle
Golden Corral
Church's Chicken
What do the neighbors drive?
Chevrolet
Kia
Toyota
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rock
Adult Standards- Adult Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 2721 Cornell St
The listing price of 2721 Cornell St property is $140,000.
The property 2721 Cornell St is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50313.
Active Listing: 2721 Cornell St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 2721 Cornell St are: Findley Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Cattell Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Madison Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Harding Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Hiatt Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Goodrell Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), North High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), East High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Saydel High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,984 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on September 14, 2005 for $85,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 2721 Cornell St has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 2721 Cornell St is 773 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 2721 Cornell St is 1942.
This home is located at 2721 Cornell St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50313 in the Union Park neighborhood. This 773 square foot home, which was built in 1942, sits on a 0.16 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 4, 2025 and is currently priced at $140,000.
In April 2025, from all listings sold in Des Moines, IA there were more than 49 sold above asking price, over 141 sold below and more than 58 were sold right at the asked price. The number of listings in Des Moines, IA increased by 7.2% between March and April 2025. While the average time on the market in April 2025 was 41 days, the median list price was $215,000.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.