$204,900

911 E 12th St Des Moines, IA 50316

$2,433
Closing credit¹
4 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,899 sqft
0.07 acres
$108 / sqft
House

Property details

About 911 E 12th St

This classic colonial-style 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath home offers over 1,900 sq ft of finished space and is full of charm and functionality. The main floor features a large living room, spacious kitchen with plenty of storage, formal dining room, a plant alcove, and a study or office that could serve as a 5th non-conforming bedroom. Enjoy relaxing in the cozy 3-season porch or on the covered back deck overlooking the backyard. Upstairs you’ll find four bedrooms and a full bath. The home showcases beautiful hardwood floors, plus new carpet and LVP flooring in the kitchen. The partially finished basement offers a rec room or secondary living space—perfect for movie nights, a play area, or a home gym. You’ll appreciate the fully fenced yard, tuck under garage, and ample street parking for guests. Conveniently located near downtown, the Capitol, and hospitals—this home would also make a fantastic rental opportunity for traveling nurses or anyone seeking easy access to everything Des Moines has to offer!

Highlights

Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,899 sqft
Lot size0.072 Acres
Year built1940
ParkingAttached, Garage, One Car Garage
MLS #715131
Attached garage1 space

Summary

  • MLS Number: 715131
  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • Office Name: Keller Williams Legacy Group
  • Office Phone: (319) 423-4139
  • Listing Agent: Ryan Rohlf

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$204,900

911 E 12th St

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
May 12, 2023
Home Sold
$189,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$132,100$-
2021$377,000$320

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

1

Carver Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.4 mi

705 E University Ave

1

Capitol View Elementary School

Public District EE-5

0.6 mi

320 E 16th St

3

Moulton Elementary School

Public District EE-5

1.4 mi

1541 8th 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 $24,718. The most common annual income of people living in Des Moines, IA is less than $<35k. The majority of families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

67%
<35k
27%
35k-100k
1%
100k-200k
5%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

41%
Single, No Kids
29%
Single, with Kids
9%
Married, No Kids
21%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

26%
<11 yrs old
11%
12-17 yrs old
25%
18-34 yrs old
32%
35-64 yrs old
6%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • UFCUFC
  • Pro WrestlingPro Wrestling

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Family DollarFamily Dollar
  • Big LotsBig Lots

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • PopeyesPopeyes
  • Burger KingBurger King
  • Cicis PizzaCicis Pizza

What do the neighbors drive?

  • DodgeDodge
  • BuickBuick
  • PontiacPontiac

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 911 E 12th St

This home is located at 911 E 12th St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50316 in the Capitol Park neighborhood. This 1,899 square foot home, which was built in 1940, sits on a 0.07 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 9, 2025 and is currently priced at $204,900.

In March 2025 more than 35 listings in Des Moines, IA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 42 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 124 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Des Moines, IA between February and March 2025 increased by 6.3%. Listings spent 47 days on the market in March 2025, and had a median list price of $215,179 during the same period.

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

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