2620 Arnold Rd, Des Moines, IA 50310
What's special
In a convenient location, less than 10 minutes from downtown or from Merle Hay Mall, sits this classic, 4-bedroom, brick ranch on a tree-lined street in Des Moines. Pull into the driveway and up to the two-car garage, which sits just off the wrap-around concrete patio. Enter through the three-season porch, perfect for morning coffee, and step into the remodeled kitchen. With stainless appliances, a custom backsplash, granite countertops, and a sink-view of the front yard, the kitchen is both updated and charming. The dining room has arched doorways and built-ins with glass cabinetry. The living room is warm and cozy and includes an oversized window bringing in great natural light. All four bedrooms are on the main level, all feature beautiful hardwood flooring and neutral paint. An updated full bathroom is on this floor with white tiling and a bathtub. Downstairs, is a clean and dry basement with vintage flooring. With paneled walls and electrical, there are opportunities to create a game room, home gym or craft space. Outside, the yard is flat and spacious, with room for a garden, gazebo, or playset in the backyard. The garage is a mechanic's dream. At approx 20'x30' with an 18' door, this garage is insulated and heated with a gas furnace and features a car lift. This home is conveniently located with easy access to both major roads and I80, with a quaint neighborhood feel. Schedule your showing today.
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Living Room
Kitchen
Dining Room
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Listing updated:
Adam Bugbee (515)443-3800,
Real Broker, LLC
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 4
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room
- Basement: Finished,Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,343
- Total interior livable area: 1,343 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 440
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Patio
Lot
- Size: 0.3 Acres
- Dimensions: 100 x 130
Details
- Parcel number: 08002513000000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1948
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: $186/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $253,000
- Annual tax amount: $4,768
- Date on market: 10/26/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $250,000-5.7%$186/sqft |
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| 1/21/2026 | Listing removed | $265,000$197/sqft |
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| 10/2/2025 | Price change | $265,000-1.9%$197/sqft |
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| 8/28/2025 | Price change | $270,000-1.8%$201/sqft |
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| 5/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $275,000+271.6%$205/sqft |
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| 1/15/1998 | Sold | $74,000$55/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,480 +2.1% | $253,000 +8.4% |
| 2024 | $4,386 +5.2% | $233,400 |
| 2023 | $4,170 +0.8% | $233,400 +25.6% |
| 2022 | $4,136 +7.3% | $185,800 |
| 2021 | $3,854 -3.6% | $185,800 +14% |
| 2020 | $3,998 +8.7% | $163,000 |
| 2019 | $3,678 +1.2% | $163,000 +12.1% |
| 2018 | $3,636 | $145,400 |
| 2017 | $3,636 +6.1% | $145,400 +4.8% |
| 2016 | $3,428 | $138,800 |
| 2015 | $3,428 -1.2% | $138,800 -3.9% |
| 2014 | $3,470 | $144,400 |
| 2013 | -- | $144,400 +0.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $144,100 |
| 2011 | -- | $144,100 -2.9% |
| 2010 | -- | $148,400 +9.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $135,900 +7.3% |
| 2008 | -- | $126,700 |
| 2007 | -- | $126,700 +5.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $120,300 |
| 2005 | -- | $120,300 +5% |
| 2003 | -- | $114,600 +6.7% |
| 2002 | -- | $107,360 |
| 2001 | -- | $107,360 |
Monthly payment
Estimated market value
$248,300
$236,000 - $261,000
$1,723/mo
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