Step into timeless charm with this beautifully crafted two-story historic farmhouse replica, built in 2012 and ideally located in a desirable and historic Drake neighborhood. Enjoy relaxing on the inviting front porch or entertaining on the spacious back deck. Offering 2,218 total finished square feet, this home features hardwood floors throughout the main level, solid-core doors, and an impressive extra-wide staircase. The gourmet kitchen boasts ceiling-height cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a peninsula with bar seating. With 5 spacious bedrooms, 3 full baths, and a powder room, there’s room for everyone. The primary suite offers a large walk-in closet, while the finished lower level includes two bedrooms, a full bath, and flexible living space perfect for guests, teens, or multigenerational living. Convenient main-level laundry and exceptional craftsmanship complete this one-of-a-kind home.
For sale
$489,000
1147 27th St, Des Moines, IA 50311
5beds
1,792sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2012
5,749 Square Feet Lot
$474,000 Zestimate®
$273/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Convenient main-level laundrySolid-core doorsInviting front porchGourmet kitchenPowder roomImpressive extra-wide staircaseSpacious back deck
- 93 days
- 192
- 5
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Listed by:
Stephanie Thomas (515)771-7788,
RE/MAX Concepts
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 744436
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Dining Area
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,792
- Total interior livable area: 1,792 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 884
Property
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck
- Exterior features: Deck
Lot
- Size: 5,749 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 48 x 120
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 03001370000000
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 2012
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $273/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $315,800
- Annual tax amount: $5,952
- Date on market: 7/2/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 94 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
$474,000
$450,000 - $498,000
$2,921/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $489,000+249.3%$273/sqft |
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| 5/6/2004 | Sold | $140,000+27.9%$78/sqft |
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| 5/29/2002 | Sold | $109,500+108.6%$61/sqft |
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| 1/11/2000 | Sold | $52,500+94.4%$29/sqft |
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| 8/24/1999 | Sold | $27,000$15/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,554 +2% | $315,800 +14.1% |
| 2024 | $5,444 +1510.7% | $276,700 |
| 2023 | $338 +0.6% | $276,700 +28.5% |
| 2022 | $336 +7.7% | $215,300 |
| 2021 | $312 -3.7% | $215,300 +14.2% |
| 2020 | $324 +29.6% | $188,500 |
| 2019 | $250 +1.6% | $188,500 +0.2% |
| 2018 | $246 | $188,200 |
| 2017 | $246 -35.3% | $188,200 -12.6% |
| 2016 | $380 | $215,400 |
| 2015 | $380 +104.3% | $215,400 +8.5% |
| 2014 | $186 | $198,500 |
| 2013 | -- | $198,500 +2619.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $7,300 |
| 2011 | -- | $7,300 +35.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $5,400 |
| 2009 | -- | $5,400 -41.9% |
| 2008 | -- | $9,300 -92.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $121,000 |
| 2006 | -- | $121,000 +49.2% |
| 2005 | -- | $81,100 -22.4% |
| 2003 | -- | $104,500 +103.7% |
| 2002 | -- | $51,310 |
| 2001 | -- | $51,310 |
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Neighborhood: Drake
Nearby schools
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.






