#720983, Amy Burd, Listing office: RE/MAX Precision
Property details
About 6408 SW 16th St
Charming and efficient, this ranch-style home sits on a manageable 0.209-acre lot and features durable metal siding and a detached 1-stall garage. Offering 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, it’s a great fit for homeowners or investors alike. Conveniently located right next to the airport and just minutes from downtown, this property combines practicality with prime accessibility—ideal for commuters, travelers, or those seeking close proximity to city amenities. Don’t miss your chance to own this well-located gem!
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
Size728 sqft
BasementYes
Year built1949
ParkingDetached, Garage, One Car Garage
MLS #722010
Garage1 space
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Hardwood
- Interior: Eat-in Kitchen
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Window Unit(s)
- List Price: $170,000
- Price/SqFt: $233
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,986
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: From Army Post Road, go south on SW 16th Street (home will be on your right/west).
- Year Built: 1949
- Living Area: 728 SqFt
- MLS Number: 722010
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: Keller Williams Realty GDM
- Office Phone: (515) 633-7677
- Listing Agent: Gamboa, Adamarys
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 26, 2021 | Home Sold | $126,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $124,400 | $1,986 |
| 2021 | $98,600 | $1,986 |
| 2020 | $85,400 | $1,986 |
| 2019 | $85,400 | $1,824 |
| 2018 | $77,300 | $1,824 |
| 2017 | $77,300 | $1,790 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
Morris Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.1 mi
•1401 Geil Ave
3
Wright Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.0 mi
•5001 SW 14th St
4
Studebaker Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.7 mi
•300 E County Line Rd
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 $50,947. The most common annual income of people living in Des Moines, IA is between $35k-100k. 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?
42%
<35k
45%
35k-100k
12%
100k-200k
1%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
What types of families live nearby?
33%
Single, No Kids
17%
Single, with Kids
28%
Married, No Kids
22%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
17%
<11 yrs old
11%
12-17 yrs old
19%
18-34 yrs old
40%
35-64 yrs old
13%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Mexican League Soccer
Soccer
Horse Races
Where do the neighbors shop?
Books-a-Million
Burlington
Stein Mart
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Church's Chicken
Wingstop
LongHorn Steakhouse
What do the neighbors drive?
Toyota
Nissan
Buick
What do the neighbors listen to?
Adult Hits
Christian Adult Contemporary
Contemporary Inspirational
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
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About 6408 SW 16th St
The listing price of 6408 SW 16th St property is $170,000.
The property 6408 SW 16th St is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50315.
Active Listing: 6408 SW 16th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 6408 SW 16th St are: Morris Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Wright Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Studebaker Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), McCombs Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Brody Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Weeks Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Virtual Campus (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Lincoln High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Norwalk High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,986 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on August 26, 2021 for $126,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 6408 SW 16th St has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 6408 SW 16th St is 728 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 6408 SW 16th St is 1949.
This home is located at 6408 SW 16th St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50315. This 728 square foot home was built in 1949. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 10, 2025 and is currently priced at $170,000.
Des Moines, IA housing market in June 2025 saw over 67 listings sold above listed price, more than 78 sold at listed price and over 153 sold below. The number of homes for sale in Des Moines, IA decreased by 7% between May and June 2025. Listings spent 38 days on the market in June 2025, and had a median list price of $216,801 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.