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  • $280,000

    1142 Polk Blvd, Des Moines, IA 50311

    2beds
    808sqft
    Apartment
    Built in ----
    -- sqft lot
    $280,000 Zestimate®
    $347/sqft
    $974 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $280,000

    $246,000 - $314,000

    $974/mo

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    What's special

    Unfinished basementOriginal hardwood flooringGreat natural lightBig windowsBeautiful polk blvdWasher and dryerBoth bedrooms

    Located right off University Ave on beautiful Polk Blvd, near Waveland Golf Course and walking distance to Waveland Cafe, this 2 bedroom 1 bathroom duplex has original hardwood flooring in the large living room with big windows that let in great natural light. The kitchen includes plenty of countertop and cabinet space, some of which is new, along with fridge, gas stove, and microwave. Down the hall you'll find both bedrooms, one of which can easily fit a king sized bed plus dressers, and the full bathroom that has a tub and extra open shelving. There is an unfinished basement that includes a washer and dryer and has plenty of room for storage. Central AC/Heat. Pets up to 25lbs negotiable with a $250 pet fee and $50/month pet rent. Tenant pays all utilities. There is a $50 application fee per adult, deposit is $1150, and if approved there is a one time administrative fee of $150. Location: 1142 Polk Blvd, Des Moines, IA.

    This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Zillow. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Forced Air
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
    • Laundry: In Unit
    Features
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 808 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Off Street
    • Details: Contact manager
    Features
    • Exterior features: Heating system: ForcedAir, No Utilities included in rent
    Details
    • Parcel number: 09001351000000

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Apartment
    • Property subtype: Apartment

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Des Moines

    HOA & financial

    Other fees
    • Deposit fee: $1,150

    Other

    Other facts
    • Available date: 04/11/2025

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    4/22/2025Listing removed$1,150$1/sqft
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    3/4/2025Listed for rent$1,150+4.5%$1/sqft
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    1/18/2024Listing removed--
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    12/19/2023Listed for rent$1,100$1/sqft
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    9/3/2014Sold$142,500+5.2%$176/sqft
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    11/15/2005Sold$135,500$168/sqft
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    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$4,654 +2.1%$249,300 +7.5%
    2024$4,560 +1.4%$231,800
    2023$4,496 +0.8%$231,800 +21.5%
    2022$4,462 +1.5%$190,800
    2021$4,394 -3.8%$190,800 +8.3%
    2020$4,566 -5.7%$176,100
    2019$4,843 +7.5%$176,100 +4%
    2018$4,504 $169,300
    2017$4,504 +8.3%$169,300 +7.2%
    2016$4,160 $157,900
    2015$4,160 +9.9%$157,900 +6.8%
    2014$3,784 $147,800
    2013-- $147,800 +0.3%
    2012-- $147,300
    2011-- $147,300 -4.4%
    2010-- $154,000
    2009-- $154,000 +0.5%
    2008-- $153,200
    2007-- $153,200 +12.1%
    2006-- $136,700
    2005-- $136,700 +10.8%
    2003-- $123,400 +15.9%
    2002-- $106,450
    2001-- $106,450

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    Neighborhood: Waveland Park

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