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$187,000

825 SE 8th St Des Moines, IA 50309

3 beds
1 full
1,128 sqft
0.2 acres
$166 / sqft
House

Property details

About 825 SE 8th St

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Highlights

Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,128 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.18 Acres
Year built1892
ParkingDetached, Garage, Two Car Garage
MLS #722919
Garage2 spaces

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $187,000
  • Price/SqFt: $165
  • Annual Tax Amount: $2,030
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Lot: Corner Lot
  • Directions: MLK South on SE 9th west on Murray south on SE 8th
  • Year Built: 1892
  • Living Area: 1,128 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.18 Acres
  • MLS Number: 722919
  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • Office Name: Realty ONE Group Impact
  • Office Phone: (319) 621-6811
  • Listing Agent: Sarah Shaffer

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Dec 07, 2021
Home Sold
$147,500

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$149,600$2,030
2021$82,200$2,030
2020$76,900$2,030
2019$87,100$1,936
2018$81,500$1,936
2017$81,500$1,854

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

1

McKinley Elementary School

Public District EE-5

0.4 mi

1610 SE 6th St

1

Capitol View Elementary School

Public District EE-5

1.0 mi

320 E 16th St

1

Carver Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.4 mi

705 E University Ave

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 $23,780. Residents of Des Moines, IA typically earn less than $<35k each year. Most families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

62%
<35k
36%
35k-100k
2%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree

What types of families live nearby?

48%
Single, No Kids
26%
Single, with Kids
13%
Married, No Kids
13%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

21%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
28%
18-34 yrs old
35%
35-64 yrs old
7%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • UFCUFC
  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Family DollarFamily Dollar
  • Big LotsBig Lots

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • PopeyesPopeyes
  • Burger KingBurger King
  • Church's ChickenChurch's Chicken

What do the neighbors drive?

  • DodgeDodge
  • BuickBuick
  • CadillacCadillac

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban ContemporaryUrban Contemporary
  • JazzJazz
  • Adult StandardsAdult Standards
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 825 SE 8th St

The listing price of 825 SE 8th St property is $187,000.

The property 825 SE 8th St is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50309.

Active Listing: 825 SE 8th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 825 SE 8th St are: McKinley Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Capitol View Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Carver Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Hiatt Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Weeks Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Callanan Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), East High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), 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 $2,030 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on December 7, 2021 for $147,500 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 825 SE 8th St has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The property 825 SE 8th St is 1,128 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 825 SE 8th St is 1892.

This home is located at 825 SE 8th St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50309 in the Historic East Village neighborhood. This 1,128 square foot home, which was built in 1892, sits on a 0.18 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 25, 2025 and is currently priced at $187,000.

In June 2025, from all listings sold in Des Moines, IA there were more than 67 sold above asking price, over 153 sold below and more than 78 were sold right at the asked price. 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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