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Sold for $130,000
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    229 Clark St, Des Moines, IA 50314

    2beds
    748sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1906
    7,274 Square Feet Lot
    $130,400 Zestimate®
    $174/sqft
    $1,116 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $130,400

    $124,000 - $138,000

    $1,116/mo

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    What's special

    Walk-out basementBeautiful woodworkSpace for gardeningInviting front porchNice backyard
    Come see this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath bungalow. You’ll love the beautiful woodwork throughout. The inviting front porch is perfect for morning coffee, while the walk-out basement provides extra storage or workshop potential. The home has updates including a newer water heater (5 years), HVAC (2 years), and washer/dryer (5–6 years). A nice backyard offers space for gardening, play, or relaxation. This cozy home is full of charm and ready for its next chapter. Don’t miss the chance to make it yours!

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    Listed by:

    JC Wilson (515)360-9434,

    Platinum Realty LLC

    Bought with:

    Benjamin Grotzke

    LPT Realty, LLC

    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 725441MLS LogoOriginating 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, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
    Features
    • Separate/Formal Dining Room, Window Treatments
    • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
    • Basement: Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 748
    • Total interior livable area: 748 sqft
    • Finished area below ground: 330

    Property

    Lot
    • Size: 7,274 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 45 x 159
    • Features: Rectangular Lot
    Details
    • Parcel number: 08004427000000
    • Zoning: Res

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Bungalow
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Asbestos
    • Foundation: Brick/Mortar
    • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 1906

    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: $174/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $82,900
    • Annual tax amount: $1,285
    • Date on market: 9/3/2025
    • Cumulative days on market: 52 days
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
    • Road surface type: Concrete

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    12/1/2025Sold$130,000-8.8%$174/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #725441 Report a problem
    11/13/2025Pending sale$142,500$191/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #725441 Report a problem
    10/10/2025Price change$142,500-1.7%$191/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #725441 Report a problem
    9/30/2025Price change$145,000-2.7%$194/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #725441 Report a problem
    9/16/2025Price change$149,000-3.9%$199/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #725441 Report a problem
    9/3/2025Listed for sale$155,000+900%$207/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #725441 Report a problem
    12/18/2001Sold$15,500$21/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$988 -19.8%$82,900 +13.4%
    2024$1,232 +15.4%$73,100
    2023$1,068 +0.9%$73,100 +34.9%
    2022$1,058 +8.4%$54,200
    2021$976 -3.2%$54,200 +13.6%
    2020$1,008 -0.2%$47,700
    2019$1,010 +1.6%$47,700 +3.5%
    2018$994 $46,100
    2017$994 +14.3%$46,100 +10.6%
    2016$870 $41,700
    2015$870 +0.5%$41,700 -2.3%
    2014$866 $42,700
    2013-- $42,700 -2.3%
    2012-- $43,700
    2011-- $43,700 +8.7%
    2010-- $40,200
    2009-- $40,200 -5.2%
    2008-- $42,400
    2007-- $42,400 +25.1%
    2006-- $33,900
    2005-- $33,900 +1.1%
    2003-- $33,530 -2.5%
    2002-- $34,380
    2001-- $34,380
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    Neighborhood: River Bend

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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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