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  • $173,600

    1231 56th St, Des Moines, IA 50311

    2beds
    864sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in ----
    -- sqft lot
    $173,600 Zestimate®
    $201/sqft
    $1,208 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $173,600

    $160,000 - $186,000

    $1,208/mo

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    What's special

    Updated bathroomNewer flooringFenced in backyardStainless steel appliancesGas stove

    Nice 2 Bedroom Home This 2 bedroom 1 bathroom home is located just off University Ave near Waveland Golf Course, just minutes to interstate access as well as many local restaurants, shops and businesses! Property features a large living room with ceiling fan and large windows. The kitchen has been updated with newer flooring, cabinets, countertops, and stainless steel appliances that includes a gas stove, microwave, fridge, and dishwasher. The bedrooms are good sized, and one of the bedrooms has an extra room off it with built-in shelving. Updated bathroom. Off the kitchen is a side entrance leading to off street parking in the driveway. Unfinished walk-out basement with washer/dryer hookups. Central AC/heat. Fenced in backyard. Pets allowed up to 50lbs with a $250 pet fee and $50/month pet rent. Tenant is responsible for all utilities, lawn care, and snow removal. 12 month lease minimum. Renter Insurance required. There is a $50 application fee per adult, deposit is $1300, and if approved there is a one time administrative fee of $150. Location: 1231 56th St, Des Moines, IA. All Renters Warehouse - Iowa residents are enrolled in the Resident Benefits Package (RBP) for $45.95/month which includes liability insurance, credit building to help boost the resident's credit score with timely rent payments, HVAC air filter delivery (for applicable properties), move-in concierge service making utility connection and home service setup a breeze during your move-in, our best-in-class resident rewards program, and much more! More details upon application.

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Forced Air
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Refrigerator, WD Hookup
    • Laundry: Hookups
    Features
    • WD Hookup
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 864 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Off Street
    • Details: Contact manager
    Features
    • Exterior features: Heating system: ForcedAir, No Utilities included in rent
    Details
    • Parcel number: 10011792000000

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Des Moines

    HOA & financial

    Other fees
    • Deposit fee: $1,300
    • Application fee: $50

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    5/23/2026Listing removed$1,300$2/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    3/31/2026Listed for rent$1,300$2/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    9/13/2024Listing removed$1,300$2/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    8/2/2024Listed for rent$1,300+36.8%$2/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    6/10/2019Listing removed$129,900$150/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams Realty Greater Des Moines #582226 Report a problem
    5/20/2019Price change$129,900-3.7%$150/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams Realty Greater Des Moines #582226 Report a problem
    5/10/2019Listed for sale$134,900+87.4%$156/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams Realty GDM #582226 Report a problem
    8/10/2016Listing removed$950+5.6%$1/sqft
    Source: Pyramid Property Group Report a problem
    7/27/2015Listing removed$900$1/sqft
    Source: Pyramid Property Group Report a problem
    7/21/2015Listed for rent$900$1/sqft
    Source: Pyramid Property Group Report a problem
    9/13/2014Listing removed$900$1/sqft
    Source: J&R Organization, LLC Report a problem
    9/7/2014Listed for rent$900$1/sqft
    Source: J&R Organization, LLC Report a problem
    9/5/2014Sold$72,000-6.4%$83/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #439833 Report a problem
    7/22/2014Listed for sale$76,900+85.3%$89/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX OPPORTUNITIES #439833 Report a problem
    5/28/2014Sold$41,500-11.1%$48/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #432313 Report a problem
    4/13/2014Price change$46,700-11.9%$54/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Mid-America Group, Realtors #432313 Report a problem
    3/23/2014Listed for sale$53,000$61/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Mid-America Group, Realtors #432313 Report a problem
    1/28/2014Listing removed$53,000$61/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Mid-America Group, Realtors #428665 Report a problem
    12/26/2013Listed for sale$53,000+74.6%$61/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Mid-America Group, Realtors #428665 Report a problem
    10/11/2013Sold$30,360-49%$35/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    6/27/1997Sold$59,500$69/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$2,590 +2%$146,300 +13.4%
    2024$2,538 -5.8%$129,000
    2023$2,694 +0.7%$129,000 +12.9%
    2022$2,674 +6%$114,300
    2021$2,522 -3.8%$114,300 +13.1%
    2020$2,622 +9%$101,100
    2019$2,406 +1.1%$101,100 +13%
    2018$2,380 $89,500
    2017$2,380 +15.6%$89,500 +14.6%
    2016$2,058 $78,100
    2015$2,058 +9%$78,100 +6%
    2014$1,888 $73,700
    2013-- $73,700 -10.4%
    2012-- $82,300
    2011-- $82,300 -4.7%
    2010-- $86,400
    2009-- $86,400 +3.2%
    2008-- $83,700
    2007-- $83,700 +14%
    2006-- $73,400
    2005-- $73,400 +12.4%
    2003-- $65,300 +7.3%
    2002-- $60,870
    2001-- $60,870

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    Neighborhood: Merle Hay

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