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    • Price cut: $1.7K (5/29)
    $147,850

    21 E McKinley Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

    1beds
    612sqft
    : 
    $1,093/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1951
    9,931 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $242/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Pet-friendly spaceRemodeled with lvp flooringLarge sized backyardFamily room
    Own for less than what it cost for rent, in this adorable 1 bedroom, 1 bath ranch sitting on great elevation off the road. Large sized backyard and cement pad ready to add a garage. Remodeled with LVP flooring, family room, dedicated dining area with cute corner hutch. Kitchen that's bright and updated with epoxy floor mud-room/laundry room. 3/4 bath with glass shower door and bedroom right off the family room. Lower level has room for storage. This home is close to stores, restaurants, airport, and is ready for the next owner to enjoy! Lots of space outdoors to add a garden, fire pit, or a pet-friendly space. Roof 2023, Sewer line 2022, sump pump 2021, Furnace 2020, Hot Water Heater 2021.
    117 days
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    230
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    15
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Danielle Plank-Harris (515)865-4317,

    RE/MAX Concepts

    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 737599MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 1
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • 3/4 bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bedrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Refrigerator, Stove
      Features
      • Dining Area, Window Treatments
      • Basement: Partial
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 612
      • Total interior livable area: 612 sqft

      Property

      Features
      • Stories: 1
      • Patio & porch: Deck
      • Exterior features: Deck, Fence
      • Fencing: Partial
      Lot
      • Size: 9,931 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 60 x 168
      • Features: Rectangular Lot
      Details
      • Parcel number: 12003259001000
      • Zoning: N3A

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Ranch
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Vinyl Siding
      • Foundation: Block
      • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
      Condition
      • Year built: 1951

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Des Moines

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $242/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $139,200
      • Annual tax amount: $1,974
      • Date on market: 4/2/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 118 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan

        Estimated market value

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        5/29/2026Price change$147,850-1.1%$242/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #737599 Report a problem
        5/11/2026Price change$149,500-3.5%$244/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #737599 Report a problem
        5/6/2026Price change$154,900-2.5%$253/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #737599 Report a problem
        4/2/2026Listed for sale$158,900+13.6%$260/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #737599 Report a problem
        3/18/2025Listing removed$139,900$229/sqft
        Source: Iowa Realty #710585 Report a problem
        1/22/2025Listed for sale$139,900+7.6%$229/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #710585 Report a problem
        2/17/2022Sold$130,000+0.1%$212/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #642085 Report a problem
        1/10/2022Pending sale$129,900$212/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #642085 Report a problem
        12/16/2021Price change$129,900-7.2%$212/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #642085 Report a problem
        11/22/2021Listed for sale$140,000+45061.3%$229/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #642085 Report a problem
        8/11/2010Sold$310-99.4%$1/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        8/27/2007Sold$48,000$78/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$1,838 -4.5%$139,200 +12.3%
        2024$1,924 +3.8%$123,900
        2023$1,854 -12.8%$123,900 +36.3%
        2022$2,126 +5.9%$90,900
        2021$2,008 -3.7%$90,900 +12.9%
        2020$2,086 +9%$80,500
        2019$1,914 +1.1%$80,500 +13.1%
        2018$1,894 $71,200
        2017$1,894 +9.2%$71,200 +8.2%
        2016$1,734 $65,800
        2015$1,734 +9.2%$65,800 +6.1%
        2014$1,588 $62,000
        2013-- $62,000 -5.3%
        2012-- $65,500
        2011-- $65,500 -6%
        2010-- $69,700
        2009-- $69,700 +7.7%
        2008-- $64,700
        2007-- $64,700 +13.7%
        2006-- $56,900 +3.6%
        2005-- $54,900 +9.9%
        2003-- $49,940 +22.4%
        2002-- $40,810
        2001-- $40,810
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Fort Des Moines

        Getting around

        33 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        31 / 100
        Some Transit
        24 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • 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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