Charming and fully updated, this 1.5-story home offers a blend of character, functionality, and long-term value in a convenient Des Moines location. A bright and welcoming enclosed front porch sets the tone, providing the perfect space to relax year-round.
Inside, you’ll find fresh, neutral finishes throughout with updated flooring, paint, and fixtures. The main level features a comfortable living area, dedicated dining space, and an updated kitchen with ample cabinet space and room to move. Two main-level bedrooms and a full bath offer easy, flexible living.
Upstairs, a spacious finished loft provides endless possibilities for a primary bedroom, office, or bonus living space.
The home also includes a full basement with excellent storage and utility space, along with a functional layout that supports everyday living.
Over $20,000 of updates since the purchase in 2025 and a partial tax abatement with approximately 9 years remaining provide significant ongoing savings and added value.
Situated on a large corner lot with off-street parking, this property offers room to spread out while still being close to downtown, parks, and local amenities.
A great opportunity for an owner-occupant or investor seeking a move-in-ready home with updates, character, and built-in financial advantages.
For sale
Price cut: $5.9K (9/16)
$209,000
227 Clark St, Des Moines, IA 50314
3beds
1,339sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1909
0.35 Acres Lot
$203,700 Zestimate®
$156/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Off-street parkingDedicated dining spaceSpacious finished loftLarge corner lotUpdated flooringTwo main-level bedroomsFresh neutral finishes throughout
- 176 days
- 312
- 34
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Darson Grantham (641)745-0156,
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 737608
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- 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
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,339
- Total interior livable area: 1,339 sqft
Property
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
Lot
- Size: 0.35 Acres
- Dimensions: 95 x 159
Details
- Parcel number: 08004426001000
- Zoning: N5
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: One and One Half Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1909
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: $156/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $190,900
- Annual tax amount: $1,979
- Date on market: 4/8/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 178 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Estimated market value
$203,700
$194,000 - $214,000
$1,350/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/16/2026 | Price change | $209,000-2.7%$156/sqft |
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| 8/26/2026 | Price change | $214,900-4.1%$160/sqft |
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| 7/29/2026 | Price change | $224,000-0.4%$167/sqft |
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| 6/16/2026 | Price change | $225,000-4.3%$168/sqft |
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| 4/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $235,000+15.2%$176/sqft |
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| 8/5/2024 | Sold | $204,000+211.5%$152/sqft |
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| 4/14/2006 | Sold | $65,500+33.7%$49/sqft |
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| 4/28/1998 | Sold | $49,000$37/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,074 +22.9% | $190,900 +84.8% |
| 2024 | $1,688 +5.9% | $103,300 |
| 2023 | $1,594 +0.9% | $103,300 +35% |
| 2022 | $1,580 +8.2% | $76,500 |
| 2021 | $1,460 -3.4% | $76,500 +14% |
| 2020 | $1,512 +0.1% | $67,100 |
| 2019 | $1,510 -56.5% | $67,100 +3.7% |
| 2018 | $3,468 +132.7% | $64,700 |
| 2017 | $1,490 +13.4% | $64,700 +10.4% |
| 2016 | $1,314 | $58,600 |
| 2015 | $1,314 +0.3% | $58,600 -2.5% |
| 2014 | $1,310 | $60,100 |
| 2013 | -- | $60,100 -2.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $61,500 |
| 2011 | -- | $61,500 +11.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $55,200 |
| 2009 | -- | $55,200 -5.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $58,200 |
| 2007 | -- | $58,200 +0.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $57,700 |
| 2005 | -- | $57,700 +1.4% |
| 2003 | -- | $56,930 -6.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $60,910 |
| 2001 | -- | $60,910 |
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Neighborhood: River Bend
Nearby schools
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.






