Not every home needs 2,000 square feet to feel like home.
At 1901 E. 23rd Street, you'll find a thoughtfully updated 2-bedroom home that makes smart use of every inch. New flooring and fresh interior finishes create a clean, move-in-ready feel, while the fully fenced backyard offers plenty of space for dogs, gardening, backyard fires, or simply enjoying a quiet evening outdoors. The detached garage adds extra storage and flexibility for hobbies, tools, or weekend projects.
Located on Des Moines' east side, you're minutes from schools, shopping, parks, the Iowa State Fair Grounds and everyday conveniences, with easy access to wherever life takes you next. Whether you're buying your first home, downsizing, or looking for a low-maintenance property with character, this is the kind of place that feels comfortable from the moment you walk in.
For sale
Price cut: $2K (6/29)
$167,000
1901 E 23rd St, Des Moines, IA 50317
2beds
800sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1914
7,666 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$209/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
New flooringFresh interior finishesFully fenced backyard
- 34 days |
- 355 |
- 25 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Samantha Hogan (515)783-2732,
Real Broker, LLC,
Tim Scheib 515-313-7103,
Real Broker, LLC
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 742087
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
Features
- Flooring: Carpet
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 800
- Total interior livable area: 800 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Fencing: Chain Link
Lot
- Size: 7,666 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 153
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 06002058000000
- Zoning: N3B
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1914
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: $209/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $161,000
- Annual tax amount: $2,829
- Date on market: 6/2/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 35 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/29/2026 | Price change | $167,000-1.2%$209/sqft |
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| 6/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $169,000-2.9%$211/sqft |
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| 4/29/2026 | Listing removed | $174,000$218/sqft |
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| 2/21/2026 | Price change | $174,000-0.6%$218/sqft |
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| 11/7/2025 | Price change | $175,000-2.8%$219/sqft |
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| 9/19/2025 | Price change | $180,000-1.4%$225/sqft |
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| 8/23/2025 | Price change | $182,500-2.7%$228/sqft |
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| 8/18/2025 | Price change | $187,500-1.3%$234/sqft |
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| 8/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $190,000+37.7%$238/sqft |
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| 2/28/2022 | Sold | $138,000+62.4%$173/sqft |
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| 1/28/2022 | Sold | $85,000-37%$106/sqft |
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| 1/24/2022 | Pending sale | $134,900$169/sqft |
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| 12/14/2021 | Listed for sale | $134,900$169/sqft |
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| 11/8/2021 | Pending sale | $134,900$169/sqft |
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| 11/4/2021 | Listed for sale | $134,900+69.7%$169/sqft |
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| 5/24/2021 | Sold | $79,500$99/sqft |
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| 11/17/2006 | Sold | $79,500+6.7%$99/sqft |
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| 9/30/2003 | Sold | $74,500+9271.1%$93/sqft |
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| 7/30/2002 | Sold | $795-98.7%$1/sqft |
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| 4/28/2000 | Sold | $59,900+73.6%$75/sqft |
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| 12/8/1997 | Sold | $34,500$43/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,622 +2.3% | $161,000 +14.3% |
| 2024 | $2,564 +7.7% | $140,800 |
| 2023 | $2,380 +6.9% | $140,800 +28.1% |
| 2022 | $2,226 +5.7% | $109,900 +15.4% |
| 2021 | $2,106 -3.7% | $95,200 +12.8% |
| 2020 | $2,188 +13.6% | $84,400 |
| 2019 | $1,926 +0.9% | $84,400 +17.7% |
| 2018 | $1,908 | $71,700 |
| 2017 | $1,908 +3.9% | $71,700 +2.9% |
| 2016 | $1,836 | $69,700 |
| 2015 | $1,836 +2.7% | $69,700 -0.1% |
| 2014 | $1,788 | $69,800 |
| 2013 | -- | $69,800 -11.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $78,500 |
| 2011 | -- | $78,500 +1% |
| 2010 | -- | $77,700 |
| 2009 | -- | $77,700 |
| 2008 | -- | $77,700 |
| 2007 | -- | $77,700 -1.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $79,200 |
| 2005 | -- | $79,200 +52.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $51,810 +11.3% |
| 2002 | -- | $46,570 |
| 2001 | -- | $46,570 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Fairmont Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Phillips Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 2/10Goodrell Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 2/10North High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.5 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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- Iowa
- Polk County
- Des Moines
- 50317
- Fairmont Park
- 1901 E 23rd St




