Recent updates to this 2 bedroom in Union Park neighborhood include new AC and furnace, fresh paint throughout and an updated bathroom. Original hardwood floors and woodwork throughout including the staircase. Pantry off the kitchen for a huge amount of storage. Large basement with some areas ready to finish. A workbench in the basement for those that like to build or do crafts. Enclosed front porch could be great for enjoying morning coffee. Come put your personal final touches on this home.
For sale
Price cut: $4K (7/6)
$186,000
1916 York St, Des Moines, IA 50316
2beds
1,165sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1915
7,971 Square Feet Lot
$184,800 Zestimate®
$160/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Large basementOriginal hardwood floorsWorkbench in the basementUpdated bathroomEnclosed front porchNew ac and furnacePantry off the kitchen
- 366 days |
- 215 |
- 13 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Scott Leff (888)554-6847,
Iotis Realty, LLC
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 721651
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: Built-In Oven, Cooktop, Dryer, Washer
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Partially Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,165
- Total interior livable area: 1,165 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 300
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
Lot
- Size: 7,971 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 159
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 11005469000000
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: One and One Half Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1915
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: $160/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $195,800
- Annual tax amount: $3,406
- Date on market: 7/5/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 368 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
$184,800
$176,000 - $194,000
$1,198/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/6/2026 | Price change | $186,000-2.1%$160/sqft |
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| 5/20/2026 | Price change | $190,000-2.5%$163/sqft |
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| 4/14/2026 | Price change | $194,900-2.5%$167/sqft |
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| 3/10/2026 | Price change | $199,900-2%$172/sqft |
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| 12/7/2025 | Price change | $204,000-2.9%$175/sqft |
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| 8/26/2025 | Price change | $210,000-2.3%$180/sqft |
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| 7/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $215,000+437.5%$185/sqft |
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| 8/28/2023 | Sold | $40,000$34/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,476 +2.1% | $195,800 +13.1% |
| 2024 | $3,406 -4.6% | $173,100 |
| 2023 | $3,570 +0.7% | $173,100 +14.3% |
| 2022 | $3,544 +11.2% | $151,500 |
| 2021 | $3,188 +1.9% | $151,500 +14.1% |
| 2020 | $3,128 +12.4% | $132,800 |
| 2019 | $2,782 +1.3% | $132,800 +15.2% |
| 2018 | $2,746 | $115,300 |
| 2017 | $2,746 +7.3% | $115,300 +5.7% |
| 2016 | $2,558 | $109,100 |
| 2015 | $2,558 +12.9% | $109,100 +8.2% |
| 2014 | $2,266 | $100,800 |
| 2013 | -- | $100,800 +0.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $100,600 |
| 2011 | -- | $100,600 -6.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $107,400 |
| 2009 | -- | $107,400 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $105,300 |
| 2007 | -- | $105,300 -1.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $107,300 |
| 2005 | -- | $107,300 +8.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $99,040 +13.7% |
| 2002 | -- | $87,130 |
| 2001 | -- | $87,130 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Union Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Cattell Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 1/10Harding Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 2/10North High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Des Moines Independent
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- Iowa
- Polk County
- Des Moines
- 50316
- Union Park
- 1916 York St





