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    • Price cut: $5K (7/20)
    $267,000

    1229 McKinley Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

    4beds
    1,008sqft
    : 
    $1,901/mo
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    Duplex, Multi Family
    Built in 1977
    -- sqft lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $265/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Updated flooringSpacious backyardSliding glass patio door
    Updated Duplex which is perfect for either the experienced investor, or possibly the perfect set up if you have ever wanted to live on one side and pick your tenant neighbor! Updated flooring recently, all appliances included with purchase! Each side has (2) bedrooms and a full bathroom upstairs, nice main level living room, kitchen with eat in space as well as laundry on main. Sliding glass patio door leads you to spacious backyard! A garage is nice for some storage, etc. Each side is rented currently. Roof/gutters (2020) hvac (2019/2020). Tenants pay gas and electric on separate meters. All information obtained from seller and public records. Call today for a tour and details!
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Alisha Stewart,

    Goldfinch Realty Group

    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 741798MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
      • Laundry: Main Level
      Features
      • See Remarks
      • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,008
      • Total interior livable area: 1,008 sqft
      • Finished area below ground: 1,000

      Property

      Lot
      • Size: 0.37 Acres
      • Dimensions: 92 x 173
      Details
      • Parcel number: 12002984001000
      • Zoning: R

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: MultiFamily
      • Architectural style: Duplex
      • Property subtype: Duplex, Multi Family
      • Attached to another structure: Yes
      Materials
      • Foundation: Slab
      • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
      Condition
      • Year built: 1977

      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: $265/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $247,400
      • Annual tax amount: $4,516
      • Date on market: 5/28/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 57 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan

        Estimated market value

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/20/2026Price change$267,000-1.8%$265/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #741798 Report a problem
        5/30/2026Listed for sale$272,000+10.6%$270/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #741798 Report a problem
        2/28/2025Sold$246,000+2.5%$244/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #711454 Report a problem
        2/10/2025Pending sale$240,000$238/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #711454 Report a problem
        2/6/2025Listed for sale$240,000+11.6%$238/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #711454 Report a problem
        2/24/2022Sold$215,000+8.9%$213/sqft
        Source: CIBR #59198 Report a problem
        1/11/2022Pending sale$197,500$196/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #643979 Report a problem
        1/10/2022Listed for sale$197,500+19.8%$196/sqft
        Source: CIBR #59198 Report a problem
        4/12/2021Listing removed--
        Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem
        4/9/2021Listed for rent$925$1/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem
        8/31/2020Sold$164,900$164/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #610085 Report a problem
        7/24/2020Pending sale$164,900$164/sqft
        Source: Century 21 Signature #610085 Report a problem
        7/17/2020Listed for sale$164,900+10.3%$164/sqft
        Source: Century 21 Signature #610085 Report a problem
        9/6/2005Sold$149,500$148/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$4,410 +2%$247,400 +12.6%
        2024$4,322 +6.6%$219,700
        2023$4,054 +0.8%$219,700 +27.7%
        2022$4,022 +1.3%$172,000
        2021$3,972 -3.8%$172,000 +8%
        2020$4,128 +8.8%$159,200
        2019$3,794 +1%$159,200 +12.7%
        2018$3,756 $141,200
        2017$3,756 +8.8%$141,200 +7.8%
        2016$3,452 $131,000
        2015$3,452 +4.4%$131,000 +1.5%
        2014$3,306 $129,100
        2013-- $129,100 -0.4%
        2012-- $129,600
        2011-- $129,600 -7.1%
        2010-- $139,500
        2009-- $139,500 +3.7%
        2008-- $134,500
        2007-- $134,500 +1.2%
        2006-- $132,900
        2005-- $132,900 +10.7%
        2003-- $120,050 +14.9%
        2002-- $104,460
        2001-- $104,460
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Watrous South

        Getting around

        58 / 100
        Somewhat Walkable
        29 / 100
        Some Transit
        36 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        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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