$2,672 Closing Credit¹
#717125, Matt Hennig, Listing office: Platinum Realty LLC
$215,000 List price
516 Walnut St De Soto, IA 50069
$2,553
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full
1,020 sqft
0.2 acres
$211 / sqft
House
Property details
About 516 Walnut St
Welcome to 516 Walnut Street- a solid home with great bones and endless potential! This 3-bedroom with a fourth in the basement, 2-bathroom gem, offers a fantastic opportunity for someone ready to put their personal touch on a well-built property. While some areas are outdated, it's truly a blank canvas just waiting to be brought to life. Enjoy the convenience of a one-car attached garage, plus a basement that walks out to a spacious backyard perfect for relaxing, gardening, or entertaining, and it doesn't stop there! This home also includes a second parcel, giving you even more room to spread out. Notable updates include: several new windows, sliding door, roof in 2018, HVAC within the last 10 years, and an updated main level bathroom. Whether you're a first-time buyer, investor, or someone looking for a peaceful small-town setting, this property offers the perfect mix of character, value, and potential!
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingNatural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,020 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.2238 Acres
Year built1972
ParkingAttached, Garage, One Car Garage
MLS #720407
Attached garage1 space
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking: Attached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Heating: Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $215,000
- Price/SqFt: $210
- Annual Tax Amount: $2,716
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Rectangular Lot
- Directions: Take Exit 110 for US-169 toward De Soto/Winterset. South onto US-169 S (if you're coming from I-80 Eastbound, turn left; from I-80 Westbound, turn right). Drive about 0.5 miles into De Soto. Turn left onto Guthrie Street (there's a Casey?s on the corner). Go one block, then turn right onto Walnut Street. 516 Walnut St will be on your left-hand side.
- Year Built: 1972
- Living Area: 1,020 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.2238 Acres
- MLS Number: 720407
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: RE/MAX Concepts
- Office Phone: (515) 291-0401
- Listing Agent: Ashton Smith
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $179,530 | $2,716 |
| 2022 | $155,660 | $2,396 |
| 2021 | $148,130 | $2,470 |
| 2020 | $136,530 | $2,414 |
| 2018 | $131,150 | $1,980 |
| 2017 | $107,860 | $1,922 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
6
DeSoto Intermediate
Public District 3-5
0.5 mi
•317 Spruce St
7
Van Meter Elementary School
Public District KG-5
2.7 mi
•520 1st Ave
7
Earlham Elementary
Public District PK-6
6.6 mi
•535 N Chestnut 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 $60,865. Residents of De Soto, IA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.
How much money do the neighbors make?
20%
<35k
63%
35k-100k
15%
100k-200k
2%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
33%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
32%
Married, No Kids
28%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
22%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
20%
18-34 yrs old
39%
35-64 yrs old
11%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Hunting
NASCAR
Pro Wrestling
Where do the neighbors shop?
Academy Sports & Outdoors
Bass Pro Shops
Wal-Mart
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Jimmy Johns
Hardee's
Texas Roadhouse
What do the neighbors drive?
Chevrolet
GMC
Ram
What do the neighbors listen to?
New Country
Classic Country- Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 516 Walnut St
The listing price of 516 Walnut St property is $215,000.
The property 516 Walnut St is a house located in De Soto, Iowa, 50069.
Active Listing: 516 Walnut St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 516 Walnut St are: DeSoto Intermediate (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Van Meter Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Earlham Elementary (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Van Meter Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), ADM Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Earlham Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Van Meter High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), ADM High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Earlham High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $2,716 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 516 Walnut St has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 516 Walnut St is 1,020 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 516 Walnut St is 1972.
This home is located at 516 Walnut St in De Soto, IA and zip code 50069. This 1,020 square foot home, which was built in 1972, sits on a 0.22 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 17, 2025 and is currently priced at $215,000.
De Soto, IA housing market in May 2025 saw over 1 listings sold above listed price, more than 1 sold at listed price and over 0 sold below. The number of listings in De Soto, IA remained the same between April and May 2025. In May 2025 median list price was $280,000 and the average listing age was 46 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.