Investor special or great opportunity for a first time home buyer looking to build equity! This 2 bedroom, 1 bath home offers solid bones, plenty of character, and room to make it your own. Features include LVP and hardwood floors, an enclosed front porch, large living and dining areas, some finished space in the basement, and a spacious backyard and detached garage.
Major improvements have already been completed including a newer roof and updated sewer line, helping take care of two of the big-ticket items. The lower level offers additional finished living space, storage, and flexibility for hobbies, a rec room, or home office.
Conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, schools, and downtown Des Moines. Whether you're looking for your next rental property, flip opportunity, or affordable place to call home, this property has tons of potential at an affordable price. Property is being sold as-is. All information obtained from seller and public records
For sale
$139,000
2337 Amherst St, Des Moines, IA 50313
2beds
1,080sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1923
5,967 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$129/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Detached garageAdditional finished living spaceLvp and hardwood floorsEnclosed front porchNewer roofSpacious backyard
- 21 days |
- 1,044 |
- 56 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Bo Cosens,
RE/MAX Precision
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 742485
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSLoading...
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: Partially Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,080
- Total interior livable area: 1,080 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Lot
- Size: 5,967 Square Feet
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 07003162000000
- Zoning: N5
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1923
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $129/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $150,000
- Annual tax amount: $2,552
- Date on market: 6/5/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 25 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $139,000+364.1%$129/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #742485 Report a problem | ||
| 10/23/1991 | Sold | $29,950$28/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,132 -3.8% | $150,000 +15.3% |
| 2024 | $2,216 +2.4% | $130,100 |
| 2023 | $2,164 +0.8% | $130,100 +29.2% |
| 2022 | $2,146 +8.3% | $100,700 |
| 2021 | $1,982 -3.5% | $100,700 +14.4% |
| 2020 | $2,054 +8.6% | $88,000 |
| 2019 | $1,892 +1.4% | $88,000 +11.5% |
| 2018 | $1,866 | $78,900 |
| 2017 | $1,866 +11.3% | $78,900 +9.1% |
| 2016 | $1,676 | $72,300 |
| 2015 | $1,676 +6.8% | $72,300 +3% |
| 2014 | $1,570 | $70,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $70,200 -3.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $72,700 |
| 2011 | -- | $72,700 -13.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $83,700 |
| 2009 | -- | $83,700 +5.3% |
| 2008 | -- | $79,500 |
| 2007 | -- | $79,500 +9.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $72,400 |
| 2005 | -- | $72,400 +10.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $65,330 +10.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $58,970 |
| 2001 | -- | $58,970 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Union Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Findley Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.5 mi
- 1/10Harding Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 2/10North High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 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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- Iowa
- Polk County
- Des Moines
- 50313
- Union Park
- 2337 Amherst St
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