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  • $399,400

    1626 Arlington Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314

    5beds
    5,000sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in ----
    -- sqft lot
    $399,400 Zestimate®
    $80/sqft
    $3,381 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $399,400

    $339,000 - $459,000

    $3,381/mo

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    What's special

    Hand carved woodworkOff street parkingNew hardwood floorsMature oak trees surroundNew foam insulation throughoutWrap around porchOriginal fireplace

    A GEM WAITING TO BE A HAPPY HOME! HISTORIC 1880'S FIVE BEDROOM, 3 BATHROOM MANSION WITH COMPLETE REMODEL FROM THE GROUND UP! LIVE IN HISTORIC COMFORT WITH ALL UPGRADED AMENITIES! HAND CARVED WOODWORK, ORIGINAL FIREPLACE. RARE RENTAL OPPORTUNITY! MASTER WITH EN SUITE AND HUGE WALK IN CLOSET! VIEWS OF CAPITAL BUILDING FROM 3RD STORY BEDROOM! NEW KITCHEN, APPLIANCES, WRAP AROUND PORCH! Historic 3 story complete remodel. New insulation, high efficiency furnace, AC, 3 zone system for maximum efficiency. Amazingly low utility bills. Ceiling fans in every room for maximum comfort. Whole house surge protector to protect your new flat screen TV and computers. First floor with bathroom. WASHER / DRYER ON SECOND FLOOR INCLUDED. . No more walking to the basement to do laundry! Master bedroom with 10 x 8 foot walk in closet and full en suite bathroom. Jack and Jill full bathroom in addition on second level for additional 4 bedrooms! Walk out deck on second level with deck. Unbelievable original historic woodwork. All refinished original oak hardwood floors throughout. Cleaner and less allergies. Kitchen with new appliances , gas stove, microwave. Kitchen is a Chefs dream! Lots of space, designed for cooking and entertaining. Tons of counter space. Additional island with second sink for prep and seating in kitchen. Great for parties or gourmet cooking. New dishwasher, garbage disposal. New fridge with ice/water dispenser. Surround 3 season porch with French Doors. Screens if you want in the summer. Complete basement, clean, for additional storage. All spotless, like new condition. Off street parking. Garage parking negotiable, flexible if need more than one. Must be seen to be believed. Does not come up for rent often, usually long term tenants. Unbelievable place. Original hand carved woodwork from 1880. New hardwood floors. New windows with additional storm windows. With new foam insulation throughout, enjoy low MidAmerica bills winter and summer. Mature oak trees surround. Photocell outdoor lights for safety. Very Safe with excellent neighbors. Great location, excellent access to Freeways or hop to Historic East End for shopping, restaurants. Must be seen to be appreciated. Please consider this place only if you have an appreciation for an 1880's totally restored historic home, restored with caring and attention to detail, and if you are ready to fall in love with your new domicile. Also interested in Renter who will take care of the place like their own. Serious inquiries only. Also Landlord is Owner. No more dealing with middle men. Prompt attention to any concerns. Flexible on terms, prefer long term tenant. Renter responsible for lawn care, snow removal. Very Safe , Excellent Neighbors. Very up and coming neighborhood. Pets negotiable, breed restrictions apply. Contact Landlord for details. Flexible days and times to show. Contact owner for dates and time as well as rental application. Text preferred. Tenant responsible for utilities and refuse.

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Ceiling Fan
    Appliances
    • Included: Dryer, Washer
    • Laundry: In Unit
    Features
    • Ceiling Fan(s), Walk In Closet
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 5,000 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Detached, Off Street
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    Features
    • Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
    • Exterior features: Walk In Closet
    Details
    • Parcel number: 08005014000000

    Construction

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

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Des Moines

    HOA & financial

    Other fees
    • Deposit fee: $1,500

    Other

    Other facts
    • Available date: 01/01/2026

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    1/21/2026Listing removed$2,400
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    12/31/2025Price change$2,400-7.7%
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    12/27/2025Listed for rent$2,600+4%$1/sqft
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    12/19/2025Listing removed$2,500$1/sqft
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    10/28/2025Price change$2,500-7.4%$1/sqft
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    9/19/2025Price change$2,700-6.9%$1/sqft
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    8/5/2025Listed for rent$2,900+11.5%$1/sqft
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    6/25/2025Listing removed$2,600$1/sqft
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    6/12/2025Price change$2,600-11.9%$1/sqft
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    6/4/2025Listed for rent$2,950$1/sqft
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    5/17/2024Listing removed--
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    4/9/2024Price change$2,950-4.8%$1/sqft
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    4/5/2024Price change$3,100-11.4%$1/sqft
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    3/19/2024Listed for rent$3,500+45.8%$1/sqft
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    4/7/2022Listing removed--
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    2/11/2022Listed for rent$2,400
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    9/10/2021Listing removed--
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    8/2/2021Price change$2,400+9.1%
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    7/31/2021Price change$2,200-8.3%
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    7/29/2021Price change$2,400-11.1%
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    7/24/2021Listed for rent$2,700+35%$1/sqft
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    2/23/2021Listing removed--
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    3/1/2020Listing removed$2,000
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    1/1/2020Listed for rent$2,000
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    10/26/2019Listing removed$2,000
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    6/2/2014Sold$49,500$10/sqft
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    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$3,460 +2%$382,100 +14.6%
    2024$3,392 +42.2%$333,500
    2023$2,386 +0.8%$333,500 +27.1%
    2022$2,366 +35.2%$262,300
    2021$1,750 -3.7%$262,300 +13.5%
    2020$1,818 +28.6%$231,200
    2019$1,414 +1%$231,200 +8.2%
    2018$1,400 $213,700 +306.3%
    2017$1,400 -54.7%$52,600 +6.5%
    2016$3,088 $49,400 -57.8%
    2015$3,088 +16.4%$117,200 +4.2%
    2014$2,652 $112,500
    2013-- $112,500 -0.7%
    2012-- $113,300
    2011-- $113,300 +9%
    2010-- $103,900
    2009-- $103,900 -3%
    2008-- $107,100
    2007-- $107,100 +35.9%
    2006-- $78,800
    2005-- $78,800 +9.9%
    2003-- $71,720 +10.7%
    2002-- $64,780
    2001-- $64,780

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    Neighborhood: River Bend

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