$135,000

2728 Des Moines St Des Moines, IA 50317

$1,603
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full
977 sqft
0.2 acres
$138 / sqft
House

Property details

About 2728 Des Moines St

This bungalow home with a finished attic is the definition of easy upside. All the big-ticket items are DONE - brand new roof, HVAC, and water heater mean you can focus on cosmetic upgrades and value-add touches. The main level offers a functional layout with an enclosed front porch (hello coffee mornings), a cozy family room, formal dining space, 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath, and a kitchen ready for a glow-up. Upstairs, you'll find a spacious third bedroom tucked away in the finished attic - ideal for a bonus room, office, or private suite. Whether you're looking to add to your rental portfolio or a first time homebuyer, this one's got tons of potential and solid bones in a location that stays in demand. Don't sleep on this opportunity!

Highlights

Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size977 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.152 Acres
Year built1926
MLS #716520

Summary

  • MLS Number: 716520
  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • Office Name: RE/MAX Concepts
  • Office Phone: (515) 577-7729
  • Listing Agent: Angela Meek

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$135,000

2728 Des Moines St

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Sep 03, 2010
Home Sold
$67,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$112,700$1,774
2021$88,900$1,774
2020$77,200$1,774
2019$77,200$1,558
2018$67,300$1,558
2017$67,300$1,470

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

Willard Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.5 mi

2941 Dean Ave

2

Phillips Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.9 mi

1701 Lay St

2

Stowe Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.9 mi

1411 E 33rd 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 $46,392. Typical income of Des Moines, IA residents is between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

32%
<35k
63%
35k-100k
5%
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
18%
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
22%
18-34 yrs old
46%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

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

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Family DollarFamily Dollar
  • Big LotsBig Lots
  • BurlingtonBurlington

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

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

What do the neighbors drive?

  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • KiaKia
  • BuickBuick

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • RockRock
  • Adult StandardsAdult Standards
  • Urban Adult ContemporaryUrban Adult Contemporary
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 2728 Des Moines St

This home is located at 2728 Des Moines St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50317 in the Fairground neighborhood. This 977 square foot home, which was built in 1926, sits on a 0.15 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 24, 2025 and is currently priced at $135,000.

Des Moines, IA housing market in March 2025 saw over 35 listings sold above listed price, more than 42 sold at listed price and over 124 sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Des Moines, IA between February and March 2025 increased by 6.3%. In March 2025, listings were on the market for 47 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $215,179.

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

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