Opportunity knocks! Priced to sell, this 3-bedroom, 1-bath home near Union Park offers great potential for buyers looking to build equity.
Exterior updates are needed, including a new roof, but a major improvement is already in progress with a full sewer replacement scheduled for the second week of May.
Located near the revitalization of Birdland Park, this home is close to expanding trails, green space, and updated recreational amenities, adding long-term appeal to the area.
Approximately 21 years ago, the home saw over $50,000 in improvements, including updates to the kitchen, windows, siding, and more. The water heater and electrical panel were also updated at that time.
Inside, you'll find a 3-season porch leading into a cozy living space, along with an HVAC system that is just 3 years old and a refrigerator replaced in 2025.
The basement includes a finished room, shower, and additional storage.
This home is a great opportunity to make your own in an established neighborhood close to parks, shopping, and everyday conveniences.
Home is being sold AS-IS. All inspections are for buyers knowledge only. Seller will not mitigate for radon.
All information obtained from seller and public record.
Pending
Price cut: $10K (5/18)
$129,900
2342 Amherst St, Des Moines, IA 50313
3beds
1,000sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
6,838 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$130/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Cozy living spaceUpdates to the kitchen
- 39 days |
- 35 |
- 2 |
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Listed by:
Jerilyn Kendig (515)559-6131,
RE/MAX Precision
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 736431
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,000
- Total interior livable area: 1,000 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Grab Bars
Lot
- Size: 6,838 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 49 x 140
Details
- Parcel number: 07001598000000
- Zoning: N5
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1900
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: $130/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $167,400
- Annual tax amount: $2,880
- Date on market: 3/19/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 83 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/22/2026 | Pending sale | $129,900$130/sqft |
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| 5/18/2026 | Price change | $129,900-7.1%$130/sqft |
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| 4/13/2026 | Price change | $139,900-6%$140/sqft |
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| 3/24/2026 | Pending sale | $148,900$149/sqft |
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| 3/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $148,900+321.8%$149/sqft |
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| 7/25/1989 | Sold | $35,300$35/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,442 -3.1% | $167,400 +15% |
| 2024 | $2,520 +4.3% | $145,600 |
| 2023 | $2,416 +0.8% | $145,600 +30.7% |
| 2022 | $2,396 +7.8% | $111,400 |
| 2021 | $2,222 -3.5% | $111,400 +14.1% |
| 2020 | $2,302 +8.2% | $97,600 |
| 2019 | $2,128 +1.2% | $97,600 +11.3% |
| 2018 | $2,102 | $87,700 |
| 2017 | $2,102 +11.3% | $87,700 +9.1% |
| 2016 | $1,888 | $80,400 |
| 2015 | $1,888 +6.7% | $80,400 +3.1% |
| 2014 | $1,770 | $78,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $78,000 -3.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $80,900 |
| 2011 | -- | $80,900 -10.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $90,500 |
| 2009 | -- | $90,500 +5.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $85,900 |
| 2007 | -- | $85,900 +6% |
| 2006 | -- | $81,000 +7.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $75,300 +14.7% |
| 2003 | -- | $65,630 +11.9% |
| 2002 | -- | $58,640 |
| 2001 | -- | $58,640 |
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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
- 2342 Amherst St






