Affordable, move-in ready, and full of charm! Welcome to 2208 Tichenor Street, Des Moines, where classic character meets practical updates. From the moment you step inside, you'll appreciate the beautiful hardwood floors, fresh interior paint, and the bright, inviting living room that's perfect for relaxing or entertaining.
The functional layout features 2 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom, and a comfortable kitchen with everything you need to feel right at home. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, downsizing, or looking for a great investment property or rental opportunity, this home checks all the boxes.
Outside, you'll love the large backyard with plenty of room for pets, gardening, entertaining, or future outdoor projects. The oversized detached one-car garage provides extra space for storage, hobbies, tools, or a workshop—something buyers are always searching for.
Conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, parks, schools, and with easy access to downtown Des Moines and major highways, this home offers affordability, comfort, and convenience in one package.
If you've been searching for an updated starter home, hardwood floors, large yard, oversized garage, and a move-in ready Des Moines home, this is one you won't want to miss. Schedule your showing today!
For sale
$164,500
2208 Tichenor St, Des Moines, IA 50317
2beds
640sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1953
6,054 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$257/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Beautiful hardwood floorsFresh interior paintOversized detached one-car garageComfortable kitchenFunctional layout
- 23 days |
- 494 |
- 49 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Shonna Murrey 515-612-8939,
Epique Realty,
Samantha Hartley-Bullen 515-318-0607,
Epique Realty
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 745935
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 640
- Total interior livable area: 640 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 1
- Fencing: Chain Link
Lot
- Size: 6,054 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 121
Details
- Parcel number: 06002388000000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1953
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: $257/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $118,400
- Annual tax amount: $2,231
- Date on market: 7/24/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 24 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Rent Zestimate®
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $164,500$257/sqft |
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| 6/9/2026 | Listing removed | $164,500$257/sqft |
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| 5/7/2026 | Price change | $164,500-1.2%$257/sqft |
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| 1/15/2026 | Price change | $166,500-1.4%$260/sqft |
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| 10/3/2025 | Price change | $168,900-0.6%$264/sqft |
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| 6/8/2025 | Listed for sale | $169,900+17.2%$265/sqft |
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| 9/15/2023 | Sold | $145,000+3.6%$227/sqft |
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| 8/16/2023 | Pending sale | $139,900$219/sqft |
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| 8/11/2023 | Listed for sale | $139,900-63.7%$219/sqft |
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| 5/30/2023 | Sold | $385,000+434.7%$602/sqft |
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| 8/21/2018 | Sold | $72,000+100.6%$113/sqft |
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| 12/21/2009 | Listing removed | $35,900$56/sqft |
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| 12/15/2009 | Price change | $35,900+2.9%$56/sqft |
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| 12/4/2009 | Price change | $34,900-2.8%$55/sqft |
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| 11/28/2009 | Price change | $35,900-5.3%$56/sqft |
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| 11/1/2009 | Price change | $37,900-5%$59/sqft |
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| 10/5/2009 | Price change | $39,900-15.1%$62/sqft |
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| 8/31/2009 | Listed for sale | $47,000-36.4%$73/sqft |
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| 6/30/2009 | Sold | $73,939-10.4%$116/sqft |
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| 7/25/2006 | Sold | $82,500+83.1%$129/sqft |
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| 7/17/2003 | Sold | $45,052+14.1%$70/sqft |
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| 4/17/1998 | Sold | $39,500$62/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,018 +13.9% | $118,400 +17.8% |
| 2024 | $1,772 +9.2% | $100,500 |
| 2023 | $1,622 +0.9% | $100,500 +29.3% |
| 2022 | $1,608 +7.9% | $77,700 |
| 2021 | $1,490 -3.4% | $77,700 +13.8% |
| 2020 | $1,542 -5.3% | $68,300 |
| 2019 | $1,628 +18% | $68,300 +12.7% |
| 2018 | $1,380 | $60,600 |
| 2017 | $1,380 +3% | $60,600 +1.7% |
| 2016 | $1,340 | $59,600 |
| 2015 | $1,340 +4.9% | $59,600 +1.4% |
| 2014 | $1,278 | $58,800 |
| 2013 | -- | $58,800 -11% |
| 2012 | -- | $66,100 |
| 2011 | -- | $66,100 -3.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $68,200 |
| 2009 | -- | $68,200 |
| 2008 | -- | $68,200 |
| 2007 | -- | $68,200 +14.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $59,600 |
| 2005 | -- | $59,600 +13.7% |
| 2003 | -- | $52,440 +7.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $48,900 |
| 2001 | -- | $48,900 |
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Neighborhood: Fairmont Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Garton Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 2/10Goodrell Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 2/10North High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.3 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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