Affordable and adorable! This charming ranch home offers 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and approximately 1,200 square feet of comfortable living space. You’ll love the beautiful hardwood floors and the abundance of natural light, especially in the spacious sunroom—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The kitchen features updated appliances and great functionality, while major mechanical updates provide peace of mind, including a new roof (2021), newer windows, and a new HVAC system (2018). Even better, the sewer line is being replaced in May 2026 and a new sump pump has already been installed. Outside, the oversized .369-acre yard offers plenty of space to enjoy, along with a 24x28 detached garage—ideal for extra storage, hobbies, or a workshop—plus a convenient attached 1-car garage. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or looking to downsize, this home offers incredible value with big-ticket updates already taken care of. Don’t miss your chance to make it yours!
Sold for $206,000
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$206,000
1520 E 26th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
2beds
1,200sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1956
0.37 Acres Lot
$206,000 Zestimate®
$172/sqft
$1,307 Estimated rent
Home value
$206,000
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Abundance of natural lightBeautiful hardwood floorsUpdated appliancesNewer windows
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Listed by:
Pennie Carroll (515)490-8025,
Pennie Carroll & Associates
Bought with:
Ashley Platt
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 739157
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,200
- Total interior livable area: 1,200 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Detached, Garage, One Car Garage, Two Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Patio
- Fencing: Chain Link
Lot
- Size: 0.37 Acres
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 06000196001000
- Zoning: N3A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1956
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: $172/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $216,900
- Annual tax amount: $3,813
- Date on market: 4/24/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 3 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/4/2026 | Sold | $206,000$172/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #739157 Report a problem | ||
| 4/28/2026 | Pending sale | $206,000$172/sqft |
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| 4/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $206,000+148.2%$172/sqft |
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| 10/15/2012 | Sold | $83,000-2.4%$69/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #399742 Report a problem | ||
| 8/1/2012 | Price change | $85,000-2.9%$71/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CONCEPTS #399742 Report a problem | ||
| 6/6/2012 | Price change | $87,500-2.2%$73/sqft |
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| 5/1/2012 | Listed for sale | $89,500+26.4%$75/sqft |
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| 6/21/2011 | Sold | $70,800-27.8%$59/sqft |
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| 4/29/2003 | Sold | $98,000+41%$82/sqft |
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| 8/11/1999 | Sold | $69,500$58/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,406 -1.7% | $216,900 +12% |
| 2024 | $3,464 +1% | $193,600 |
| 2023 | $3,430 +0.8% | $193,600 +25.4% |
| 2022 | $3,402 +2.5% | $154,400 |
| 2021 | $3,318 -3.6% | $154,400 +9% |
| 2020 | $3,442 +7.4% | $141,600 |
| 2019 | $3,206 +1.2% | $141,600 +10.8% |
| 2018 | $3,168 | $127,800 |
| 2017 | $3,168 +5.7% | $127,800 +4.3% |
| 2016 | $2,998 | $122,500 |
| 2015 | $2,998 +20.2% | $122,500 +6% |
| 2014 | $2,494 | $115,600 +8.7% |
| 2013 | -- | $106,300 -0.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $106,700 |
| 2011 | -- | $106,700 -5.9% |
| 2010 | -- | $113,400 |
| 2009 | -- | $113,400 |
| 2008 | -- | $113,400 |
| 2007 | -- | $113,400 +0.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $113,100 |
| 2005 | -- | $113,100 +15.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $98,100 +28% |
| 2002 | -- | $76,670 |
| 2001 | -- | $76,670 |
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Neighborhood: ACCENT
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- 4/10Phillips Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 3/10Hiatt Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 3/10East 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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