$247,000

400 Walnut St Unit 201 Des Moines, IA 50309

$2,933
Closing credit¹
2 beds
2 full
1,357 sqft
$182 / sqft
Condo

Property details

About 400 Walnut St Unit 201

Live in the heart of it all! This 2-bedroom, 2-bath high-rise condo offers the ultimate downtown lifestyle with comfort and convenience. Located in one of Des Moines' most sought-after buildings, this spacious unit features an open-concept layout with tons of natural daylight, sleek stainless steel appliances, a built-in coffee bar, and in-unit laundry. Both bedrooms feature full bathrooms with one walk-in closet, making this the perfect setup for professionals, roommates or guests. Enjoy peace of mind with full building security, a premium main-floor garage parking space, and an additional private storage. Stay active and relaxed with access to on-site amenities including a fully equipped gym and sauna. Never worry about having to step outside in the cold with direct access to the cities skywalks. The HOA covers nearly all utilities, just pay for electric, making budgeting easy. Whether you're walking to top restaurants, entertainment, or work, this location puts the best of downtown Des Moines right at your doorstep. Home Warranty included with acceptable offer!

Highlights

Home typeCondominium
HeatingElectric, Forced Air, Heat Pump
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,357 sqft
Year built1930
ParkingDetached, Garage, One Car Garage
MLS #718172
Garage1 space

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Interior: Dining Area, Cable TV
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2
  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
  • Heating: Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $247,000
  • Price/SqFt: $182
  • HOA Amount: $450 Monthly
  • Directions: From Grand Avenue, Turn S on 5th Avenue. Then East on Walnut Street to the complex. Parking right outside building at meters.
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Living Area: 1,357 SqFt
  • MLS Number: 718172
  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • Office Name: LPT Realty, LLC
  • Office Phone: (515) 953-8854
  • Listing Agent: Tyler Timp

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400 Walnut St Unit 201, Des Moines, IA 50309 - view of urban area with a nearby body of water

$247,000

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Nearby schools

3

Walnut Street Elementary School

Public District EE-5

0.3 mi

901 Walnut St

5

The Downtown School

Public District KG-5

1.0 mi

1800 Grand Ave

1

Edmunds Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.0 mi

950 15th 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 $34,868. The majority of Des Moines, IA residents have income less than $<35k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

50%
<35k
29%
35k-100k
12%
100k-200k
9%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

83%
Single, No Kids
3%
Single, with Kids
12%
Married, No Kids
2%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

2%
<11 yrs old
1%
12-17 yrs old
35%
18-34 yrs old
48%
35-64 yrs old
14%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)
  • NBA/WNBANBA/WNBA
  • Yoga/pilatesYoga/pilates

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Banana RepublicBanana Republic
  • Express/Express For MenExpress/Express For Men
  • H&MH&M

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • SonicSonic
  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • Dominos PizzaDominos Pizza

What do the neighbors drive?

  • InfinitiInfiniti
  • PontiacPontiac
  • AudiAudi

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban ContemporaryUrban Contemporary
  • AlternativeAlternative
  • JazzJazz
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About 400 Walnut St Unit 201

The listing price of 400 Walnut St Unit 201 property is $247,000.

The property 400 Walnut St Unit 201 is a condo located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50309.

Active Listing: 400 Walnut St Unit 201 is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 400 Walnut St Unit 201 are: Walnut Street Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), The Downtown School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Edmunds 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), Lincoln High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), North High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).

The property at 400 Walnut St Unit 201 has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The property 400 Walnut St Unit 201 is 1,357 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 400 Walnut St Unit 201 is 1930.

This home is located at 400 Walnut St Unit 201 in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50309 in the Downtown Des Moines neighborhood. This 1,357 square foot home was built in 1930. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 15, 2025 and is currently priced at $247,000.

In May 2025, from all listings sold in Des Moines, IA there were more than 61 sold above asking price, over 143 sold below and more than 69 were sold right at the asked price. The number of listings in Des Moines, IA increased by 0.9% between April and May 2025. 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.

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