$6,886 Closing Credit¹
#705867, Mike Slavin, Listing Office: RE/MAX Precision
$545,000 List price
853 E 2nd St Des Moines, IA 50309
$6,472
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full, 1 partial
2,218 sqft
0.03 acres
$246 / sqft
Condo
Property details
About 853 E 2nd St
NEW PRICE $545K!! WOW!! Homeowner purchased before prices skyrocketed downtown and he is willing to pass the savings along to you: $545K is just $246 a sq ft. A one of a kind investment opportunity! ONLY garden townhome in downtown with this amazing orientation/location. Step outside and be greeted with a spacious green space/park ... and no streets. None. No car lights, no car doors, street sounds are off in the distance; just private, peaceful quietness. Amazing lil location oasis, yet steps to buzzing life in the East Village with coffee, shops + entertainment. The absolute best of both worlds! Inside you'll notice the most perfect SE exposure. A gentle angle of the building + somehow the architects developed a home capturing the best of every day. Get your internal clock rocking, rising with the sun here. Vitamin D for the win! Floorplan has lofty ceilings, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, an office + a flex space. So much room! Rooftop patio has a pergola/shaded area with long delightful views of the green space or enjoy the full sundeck, perfect for taking in sunsets + city lights. Tax abatement through 2030, oversized garage. If you are thinking about pressing the restart button on a new life, look at this fab price and killer location in the great city of Des Moines. Offered @ $545K.
Highlights
Home typeCondominium
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size2,218 sqft
Lot size0.032 Acres
Year built2019
ParkingAttached, Garage, Two Car Garage
MLS #709001
Attached garage2 spaces
Summary
- MLS Number: 709001
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
- Office Phone: (515) 203-6108
- Listing Agent: Darla Willett-Rohrssen
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 03, 2020 | Home Sold | $535,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $631,900 | $512 |
| 2021 | $537,800 | $512 |
| 2020 | $202,300 | $512 |
| 2019 | $19,730 | $- |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
1
Carver Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.4 mi
•705 E University Ave
3
Walnut Street Elementary School
Public District EE-5
0.9 mi
•901 Walnut St
1
Capitol View Elementary School
Public District EE-5
1.1 mi
•320 E 16th St
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 $23,458. The majority of Des Moines, IA residents have income less than $<35k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.
How much money do the neighbors make?
67%
<35k
26%
35k-100k
6%
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?
66%
Single, No Kids
20%
Single, with Kids
8%
Married, No Kids
6%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
24%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
35%
18-34 yrs old
27%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
NBA/WNBA
Major League Soccer (MLS)
Pro Wrestling
Where do the neighbors shop?
Express/Express For Men
Banana Republic
Burlington
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Starbucks
Sonic
Cicis Pizza
What do the neighbors drive?
Pontiac
Infiniti
Dodge
What do the neighbors listen to?
Urban Contemporary
Jazz
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 853 E 2nd St
This home is located at 853 E 2nd St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50309 in the Historic East Village neighborhood. This 2,218 square foot home, which was built in 2019, sits on a 0.03 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since December 13, 2024 and is currently priced at $545,000.
In January 2025, from all listings sold in Des Moines, IA there were more than 19 sold above asking price, over 88 sold below and more than 27 were sold right at the asked price. The number of homes for sale in Des Moines, IA increased by 3.9% between December and January 2025. Listings spent 46 days on the market in January 2025, and had a median list price of $215,388 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.