#717247, Darla Willett-Rohrssen, Listing office: Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
$159,900 List price
400 E Locust St Unit 216 Des Moines, IA 50309
1 bed
1 full
732 sqft
$218 / sqft
Condo
Property details
About 400 E Locust St Unit 216
East Village Loft Living at Soho Lofts! Welcome to the heart of downtown Des Moines in the vibrant and historic East Village! This stylish 732 sq ft two-story “Village Garden” loft offers a perfect blend of modern comfort and urban charm. Soaring 10’ ceilings and expansive windows fill the space with natural light, while hard surface floors flow throughout the open-concept main level—ideal for entertaining. Step out onto your private balcony with a serene view of the landscaped Village Green courtyard. The kitchen boasts generous counter space, ample cabinetry, and a chef’s pantry. Upstairs, you’ll find a spacious primary suite with abundant closet space, a full bath, and in-unit laundry. Additional highlights include secure building access, an elevator, a community area, and pet-friendly living. Garage options available for rent. Water, sewer, trash, common area maintenance, and exterior lighting are all covered in the HOA. Just steps from boutiques, restaurants, entertainment, and the Capitol—this is truly the best location in downtown Des Moines. Live where the energy is!
Highlights
Home typeCondominium
HeatingElectric, Forced Air
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size732 sqft
Year built2005
MLS #720662
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Flooring Type: Tile, Vinyl
- Interior: Eat-in Kitchen
- Total Bedroom Count: 1
- Heating: Electric, Forced Air
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $159,900
- Price/SqFt: $218
- HOA Amount: $542 Monthly
- Annual Tax Amount: $2,672
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: 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: 732 SqFt
- MLS Number: 720662
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: RE/MAX Concepts
- Office Phone: (515) 771-7788
- Listing Agent: Stephanie Thomas
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| May 01, 2023 | Home Sold | $175,000 |
| Feb 02, 2021 | Home Sold | $109,500 |
| Feb 21, 2018 | Home Sold | $112,000 |
| May 02, 2006 | Home Sold | $122,500 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $122,900 | $2,672 |
| 2021 | $110,300 | $2,672 |
| 2020 | $103,100 | $2,672 |
| 2019 | $103,100 | $2,492 |
| 2018 | $93,700 | $2,492 |
| 2017 | $93,700 | $2,648 |
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. Typical family type is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.
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 216
The listing price of 400 E Locust St Unit 216 property is $159,900.
The property 400 E Locust St Unit 216 is a condo located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50309.
Active Listing: 400 E Locust St Unit 216 is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 400 E Locust St Unit 216 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 $2,672 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on May 1, 2023 for $175,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 400 E Locust St Unit 216 has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom.
The property 400 E Locust St Unit 216 is 732 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 400 E Locust St Unit 216 is 2005.
This home is located at 400 E Locust St Unit 216 in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50309 in the Historic East Village neighborhood. This 732 square foot home was built in 2005. Features: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 19, 2025 and is currently priced at $159,900.
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. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $216,801, while the average time on the real estate market was 38 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.