Charming Southside Ranch Backing to Pioneer Park! This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom ranch offers comfort, privacy, and convenience. Nestled against the wooded backdrop of Pioneer Park, the backyard feels secluded and serene. Inside, you'll find a light-filled living room with sliding doors leading to a large deck—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The eat-in kitchen also walks out to the deck, making outdoor meals easy. The lower level features a family room with walk-out access, a third bedroom with daylight windows, and a generous under-deck storage space for tools and equipment. Enjoy the beautifully landscaped yard with ornamental trees, low-maintenance perennials, extra parking, and full fencing. Located just minutes from downtown, Hy-Vee, and restaurants—this home blends charm, space, and location!
Sold for $240,000
$240,000
2518 SE 18th St, Des Moines, IA 50320
3beds
838sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1992
7,230 Square Feet Lot
$239,400 Zestimate®
$286/sqft
$1,642 Estimated rent
Home value
$239,400
$227,000 - $251,000
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Listed by:
Misty Darling (515)962-5555,
BH&G Real Estate Innovations
Bought with:
Jason Stuyvesant
RE/MAX Concepts
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 723756
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Window Treatments
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
- Basement: Finished,Walk-Out Access
Interior area
- Total structure area: 838
- Total interior livable area: 838 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 500
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Fully Fenced
- Fencing: Full
Lot
- Size: 7,230 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 145
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 01005983602000
- Zoning: N2B
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1992
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: $286/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $216,300
- Annual tax amount: $3,912
- Date on market: 8/6/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 115 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/6/2026 | Sold | $240,000-2%$286/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #723756 Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2026 | Pending sale | $244,999$292/sqft |
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| 2/3/2026 | Price change | $244,999-2%$292/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #723756 Report a problem | ||
| 1/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $249,999$298/sqft |
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| 10/6/2025 | Pending sale | $249,999$298/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #723756 Report a problem | ||
| 8/6/2025 | Listed for sale | $249,999+112.3%$298/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #723756 Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 4/20/2012 | Sold | $117,750+2.8%$141/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #389590 Report a problem | ||
| 1/21/2012 | Listing removed | $114,500$137/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 8/5/2011 | Listed for sale | $114,500-7.3%$137/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/11/2011 | Listing removed | $123,500$147/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CONCEPTS #376209 Report a problem | ||
| 1/23/2011 | Price change | $123,500-1.2%$147/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Real Estate Concepts #376209 Report a problem | ||
| 11/18/2010 | Listed for sale | $125,000+5.9%$149/sqft |
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| 11/20/2006 | Sold | $118,000+5.8%$141/sqft |
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| 8/29/2002 | Sold | $111,500+20.5%$133/sqft |
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| 10/29/1999 | Sold | $92,500$110/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,540 +2.3% | $216,300 +10.9% |
| 2024 | $3,460 -1.4% | $195,000 |
| 2023 | $3,510 +0.9% | $195,000 +21% |
| 2022 | $3,480 +5.6% | $161,200 |
| 2021 | $3,296 -3.6% | $161,200 +11.9% |
| 2020 | $3,418 +18.4% | $144,000 |
| 2019 | $2,888 +1.3% | $144,000 +20.8% |
| 2018 | $2,850 | $119,200 |
| 2017 | $2,850 +12.4% | $119,200 +10.1% |
| 2016 | $2,536 | $108,300 |
| 2015 | $2,536 -5.7% | $108,300 +3.1% |
| 2014 | $2,688 | $105,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $105,000 -6.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $112,600 |
| 2011 | -- | $112,600 -2.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $115,400 |
| 2009 | -- | $115,400 -2.8% |
| 2008 | -- | $118,700 |
| 2007 | -- | $118,700 +6.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $111,200 |
| 2005 | -- | $111,200 +7% |
| 2003 | -- | $103,930 +5.3% |
| 2002 | -- | $98,680 |
| 2001 | -- | $98,680 |
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Neighborhood: Pioneer Park
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GreatSchools rating
- 3/10River Woods Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 2/10Weeks Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 3/10East High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.6 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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