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$450,000

658 20th St Des Moines, IA 50314

4 beds
2 full
2,110 sqft
0.2 acres
$213 / sqft
House

Property details

About 658 20th St

Welcome to Historic Sherman Hill! This 4 bedroom - grand two-story home combines timeless charm with thoughtful, high-quality updates. Set on a beautifully landscaped lot, it features a two-car garage with loft (2015), newer roof (est. 2015), furnace, A/C (approx. 5 yrs old), new electrical panel, and garage electrical upgrade (2024). Energy-efficient improvements include PEX plumbing, blown-in insulation in walls and attic wrap, and an average utility bill of ~$165/month. Inside, you'll find refinished hardwood floors (2024), fresh interior paint (2024–2025), and crystal door hardware throughout. The main level offers a flexible layout with a bedroom/flex space, updated laundry and ¾ bath, and a beautifully remodeled kitchen (2024) with new layout, cabinetry, appliances, countertops, and added electrical. The adjacent dining area includes custom cabinetry and beverage fridge hookup. Upstairs offers three spacious bedrooms, a bonus room, and two full baths—including one recently remodeled. The primary suite features a walk-in closet and new doors (2023). Additional updates include new lighting, millwork replacement upstairs, updated exterior paint (2025), and more. All this just steps from Aposto, parks, and shops in Des Moines’ most historic and walkable neighborhood. A perfect blend of old-home character and modern comfort!

Highlights

Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size2,110 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.172 Acres
Year built1880
ParkingDetached, Garage, Two Car Garage
MLS #721979
Garage2 spaces

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
  • Exterior: Deck, Fully Fenced, Storage
  • Architectural Style: Two Story
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $450,000
  • Price/SqFt: $213
  • Annual Tax Amount: $6,832
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: East on Ashworth Road, South on 19th Street, West on Prospect Ave, South on 20th Street. Home is on west side of road.
  • Year Built: 1880
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 2,110 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.172 Acres
  • MLS Number: 721979
  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • Office Name: RE/MAX Concepts
  • Office Phone: (515) 371-5277
  • Listing Agent: Ingrid Williams

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Aug 01, 2023
Home Sold
$400,000
Mar 24, 2015
Home Sold
$223,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$388,700$6,832
2021$304,100$6,832
2020$264,200$6,832
2019$264,200$6,396
2018$241,800$6,396
2017$241,800$6,012

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

5

The Downtown School

Public District KG-5

0.3 mi

1800 Grand Ave

1

Edmunds Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.5 mi

950 15th St

3

Walnut Street Elementary School

Public District EE-5

0.8 mi

901 Walnut 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 $31,931. Most Des Moines, IA residents have annual incomes less than $<35k. 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?

53%
<35k
41%
35k-100k
5%
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?

83%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
9%
Married, No Kids
3%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

6%
<11 yrs old
2%
12-17 yrs old
53%
18-34 yrs old
36%
35-64 yrs old
3%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • NBA/WNBANBA/WNBA
  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)
  • Continuing Education CoursesContinuing Education Courses

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Express/Express For MenExpress/Express For Men
  • Banana RepublicBanana Republic
  • Forever 21Forever 21

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • SonicSonic
  • QdobaQdoba

What do the neighbors drive?

  • PontiacPontiac
  • InfinitiInfiniti
  • VolkswagenVolkswagen

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban ContemporaryUrban Contemporary
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
  • AlternativeAlternative
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 658 20th St

The listing price of 658 20th St property is $450,000.

The property 658 20th St is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50314.

Active Listing: 658 20th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 658 20th St are: The Downtown School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Edmunds Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Walnut Street Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Callanan Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Brody Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Merrill Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Roosevelt High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Lincoln High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), North High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $6,832 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on August 1, 2023 for $400,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 658 20th St has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.

The property 658 20th St is 2,110 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 658 20th St is 1880.

This home is located at 658 20th St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50314 in the Sherman Hill neighborhood. This 2,110 square foot home, which was built in 1880, sits on a 0.17 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 10, 2025 and is currently priced at $450,000.

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. In June 2025 in Des Moines, IA there were 7% less homes for sale than in May. While the average time on the market in June 2025 was 38 days, the median list price was $216,801.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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