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#707968, Cy Phillips, Listing office: Space Simply
$310,000 List price
400 E Locust St Unit 203 Des Moines, IA 50309
$3,681
Closing credit¹
2 beds
2 full
1,208 sqft
$257 / sqft
Condo
Property details
About 400 E Locust St Unit 203
You must see this completely renovated SOHO loft in the heart of the historic East Village. The open plan affords 10' high ceilings, large windows, contemporary lighting and cabinets and a huge center island. The home features 2 primary BR with en suite baths. The current owner has added a new primary bathroom sink, faucet, toilet, cabinet, mirror & light. Fireplace with heat blower installed & new ignitor. Primary closet custom build out. Pantry built out in hallway kitchen. Shelving in kitchen cabinets, keyless door installed, new lighting and outlets installed throughout home. New toilet in 2nd bathroom. All new window treatments & fireplace mantle. Unit #203 also has heated, underground parking, Residents will soon enjoy the reimagined courtyard renovation with incredible entertaining space. Rentals are permitted and pets (restrictions) are allowed. The HOA covers Cable, Internet, Insurance, Snow Removal, Water, Trash, Security Services, & Exterior & Building Maintenance.
Highlights
Home typeCondominium
HeatingElectric, Forced Air
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,208 sqft
Year built2005
MLS #717870
FireplaceGas, Vented
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
- Flooring Type: Laminate
- Fireplace: Gas, Vented
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Architectural Style: Contemporary
- Heating: Electric, Forced Air
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $310,000
- Price/SqFt: $256
- HOA Amount: $895 Monthly
- Annual Tax Amount: $5,258
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Rectangular Lot
- Directions: From I-235 take exit 8B toward E 6th/East Village/Penn. Turn onto E 6th St. Turn onto E Locust St.
- Year Built: 2005
- Living Area: 1,208 SqFt
- MLS Number: 717870
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: RE/MAX Concepts
- Office Phone: (515) 770-4796
- Listing Agent: Christopher Tursi
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| May 30, 2013 | Home Sold | $816,500 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $241,700 | $5,258 |
| 2021 | $217,000 | $5,258 |
| 2020 | $202,800 | $5,258 |
| 2019 | $202,800 | $4,906 |
| 2018 | $184,400 | $4,906 |
| 2017 | $184,400 | $4,906 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
1
Carver Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.6 mi
•705 E University Ave
3
Walnut Street Elementary School
Public District EE-5
0.9 mi
•901 Walnut St
1
Capitol View Elementary School
Public District EE-5
1.0 mi
•320 E 16th St
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 $23,458. Most Des Moines, IA residents have annual incomes less than $<35k. Most families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.
How much money do the neighbors make?
67%
<35k
26%
35k-100k
6%
100k-200k
1%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
66%
Single, No Kids
20%
Single, with Kids
8%
Married, No Kids
6%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
24%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
35%
18-34 yrs old
27%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
NBA/WNBA
Major League Soccer (MLS)
Pro Wrestling
Where do the neighbors shop?
Express/Express For Men
Banana Republic
Burlington
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Starbucks
Sonic
Cicis Pizza
What do the neighbors drive?
Pontiac
Infiniti
Dodge
What do the neighbors listen to?
Urban Contemporary
Jazz
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 400 E Locust St Unit 203
The listing price of 400 E Locust St Unit 203 property is $310,000.
The property 400 E Locust St Unit 203 is a condo located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50309.
Active Listing: 400 E Locust St Unit 203 is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 400 E Locust St Unit 203 are: Carver Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Walnut Street Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Capitol View Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Hiatt Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Callanan Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Weeks Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), East High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), North High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Lincoln High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $5,258 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on May 30, 2013 for $816,500 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 400 E Locust St Unit 203 has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 400 E Locust St Unit 203 is 1,208 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 400 E Locust St Unit 203 is 2005.
This home is located at 400 E Locust St Unit 203 in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50309 in the Historic East Village neighborhood. This 1,208 square foot home was built in 2005. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 12, 2025 and is currently priced at $310,000.
Over 61 listings were sold over their listed price in May 2025 in Des Moines, IA. In the same period over 143 listings were sold below the listed price and 69 listings were sold for the listed price. In May 2025 in Des Moines, IA there were 0.9% more homes for sale than in April. In May 2025, listings were on the market for 42 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $215,247.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.