#721223, Joseph G. Henry, Listing office: Iowa Realty South
$119,900 List price
2721 E 16th St Des Moines, IA 50316
2 beds
1 full
635 sqft
0.2 acres
$189 / sqft
House
Property details
About 2721 E 16th St
Welcome to this 2-bedroom, 1-bath ranch-style home, perfect for comfortable living and easy entertaining. Nestled on a generous lot, this property boasts a large open yard - ideal for gardening, play, or relaxing outdoors. Enjoy morning coffee or summer gatherings on the expansive deck, perfect for outdoor living. Inside, the home offers a functional layout, with two smaller-sized bedrooms and a full bathroom. The partially finished basement adds flexible space for a home office, rec room, or workout area, while the separate laundry and storage areas provide convenience and practicality. An exterior storage shed offers additional space for tools, bikes, or seasonal items. Located just minutes from shopping, dining, parks, and other local amenities, this home combines comfort, space, and convenience in a desirable location. Whether you're starting out, downsizing, or looking for a great investment, this charming ranch has a lot to offer!
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size635 sqft
Lot size0.218 Acres
Year built1951
MLS #721617
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
- Flooring Type: Carpet
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Exterior: Deck, Storage
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $119,900
- Price/SqFt: $188
- Annual Tax Amount: $2,124
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Rectangular Lot
- Directions: From E 14th street turn east on Hull avenue. Turn south on E 16th street. Home will be on the east side of road.
- Year Built: 1951
- Living Area: 635 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.218 Acres
- MLS Number: 721617
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: RE/MAX Revolution
- Office Phone: (515) 556-8180
- Listing Agent: Dustin Schutte
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 14, 2022 | Home Sold | $110,000 |
| Jan 28, 2008 | Home Sold | $97,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $112,700 | $2,124 |
| 2021 | $93,300 | $2,124 |
| 2020 | $81,900 | $2,124 |
| 2019 | $81,900 | $2,060 |
| 2018 | $77,400 | $2,060 |
| 2017 | $77,400 | $1,936 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
Cattell Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.6 mi
•3101 E 12th St
3
Garton Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.0 mi
•2820 E 24th St
4
Madison Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.1 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 $40,221. Most Des Moines, IA residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
43%
<35k
45%
35k-100k
10%
100k-200k
2%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
58%
Single, No Kids
8%
Single, with Kids
20%
Married, No Kids
14%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
11%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
35%
18-34 yrs old
27%
35-64 yrs old
22%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
PGA/LPGA
Horse Races
Mexican League Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
Chico's
Stein Mart
Books-a-Million
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Cracker Barrel
LongHorn Steakhouse
Church's Chicken
What do the neighbors drive?
Buick
Toyota
Kia
What do the neighbors listen to?
Soft Adult Contemporary
Contemporary Inspirational- Adult Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 2721 E 16th St
The listing price of 2721 E 16th St property is $119,900.
The property 2721 E 16th St is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50316.
Active Listing: 2721 E 16th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 2721 E 16th St are: Cattell Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Garton 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 $2,124 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on December 14, 2022 for $110,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 2721 E 16th St has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 2721 E 16th St is 635 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 2721 E 16th St is 1951.
This home is located at 2721 E 16th St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50316 in the Union Park neighborhood. This 635 square foot home, which was built in 1951, sits on a 0.22 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 7, 2025 and is currently priced at $119,900.
Over 67 listings were sold over their listed price in June 2025 in Des Moines, IA. In the same period over 153 listings were sold below the listed price and 78 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of listings in Des Moines, IA decreased by 7% between May and June 2025. In June 2025 median list price was $216,801 and the average listing age was 38 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.