Exceptional 6++ bedroom home in the heart of Drake University Campus Town an outstanding opportunity for student housing or a spacious owner-occupied residence. Enjoy crisp fall days on the front porch before stepping inside to a highly functional layout. The main level features three bedrooms, two full baths, a large updated kitchen with two refrigerators, and a family room.
The basement offers coin-operated laundry plus two finished rooms that can serve as additional living space or secure, lockable storage for bikes and personal items. Upstairs, the second floor includes three more bedrooms, one with a private bath, along with an additional full bath.
The finished attic provides high ceilings and abundant natural light, creating flexible bonus space perfect for studying, entertaining, or game days.
Current rental certificate renewed in 2025, making this a turnkey investment in a prime campus location.
Pending
Price cut: $10K (4/22)
$289,000
1127 23rd St, Des Moines, IA 50311
6beds
2,992sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1902
8,145 Square Feet Lot
$278,900 Zestimate®
$97/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Front porchHighly functional layoutFamily room
- 31 days |
- 171 |
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Listed by:
Jenny Farrell (515)779-7500,
RE/MAX Concepts
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 733021
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 4
- 3/4 bathrooms: 4
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: Partial,Partially Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,992
- Total interior livable area: 2,992 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 8,145 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 47.9 x 169.8
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 03000932000000
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1902
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $97/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $230,300
- Annual tax amount: $4,340
- Date on market: 1/16/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 165 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Estimated market value
$278,900
$265,000 - $293,000
$2,759/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/29/2026 | Pending sale | $289,000$97/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #733021 Report a problem | ||
| 4/22/2026 | Price change | $289,000-3.3%$97/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #733021 Report a problem | ||
| 1/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $299,000+251.8%$100/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #733021 Report a problem | ||
| 6/19/2019 | Sold | $85,000$28/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #581014 Report a problem | ||
| 4/27/2019 | Listed for sale | $85,000$28/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Mid-America Group, Realtors #581014 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,950 +0.3% | $230,300 +15.8% |
| 2024 | $5,930 +4.3% | $198,800 |
| 2023 | $5,688 -0.6% | $198,800 +29.8% |
| 2022 | $5,720 +4.2% | $153,100 |
| 2021 | $5,490 +63.4% | $153,100 +13.7% |
| 2020 | $3,360 +0.7% | $134,600 +3.9% |
| 2019 | $3,338 +1% | $129,600 +4.3% |
| 2018 | $3,304 | $124,200 |
| 2017 | $3,304 +11% | $124,200 +10% |
| 2016 | $2,976 | $112,900 |
| 2015 | $2,976 +10.8% | $112,900 +7.6% |
| 2014 | $2,686 | $104,900 |
| 2013 | -- | $104,900 |
| 2012 | -- | $104,900 |
| 2011 | -- | $104,900 +10.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $95,200 |
| 2009 | -- | $95,200 -7.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $102,800 |
| 2007 | -- | $102,800 +33.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $76,900 |
| 2005 | -- | $76,900 +15.1% |
| 2003 | -- | $66,830 +5.7% |
| 2002 | -- | $63,220 |
| 2001 | -- | $63,220 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Drake Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Edmunds Fine Arts AcademyGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 3/10Callanan Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 4/10Roosevelt High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Des Moines Independent
Source: DMMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Iowa
- Polk County
- Des Moines
- 50311
- Drake Park
- 1127 23rd St
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