This is an estate being sold as-is at well below market value. It comes with two lots, both of which have basically been turned into a park by the previous owner. It would not take much to get it back to its previous glory. Inside has lots of original woodwork, and a lot of space. There are two bedrooms and a bathroom upstairs as well as multiple living areas. Downstairs has another bathroom, and even more space. This property also has a large two car garage. This is a corner lot, and a lot of space inside and out to turn into your own. Come see it today.
Sold for $180,000
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$180,000
2801 61st St, Des Moines, IA 50322
2beds
1,362sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1917
10,672.2 Square Feet Lot
$178,800 Zestimate®
$132/sqft
$1,844 Estimated rent
Home value
$178,800
$168,000 - $190,000
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Original woodworkCorner lotTwo bedroomsTurned into a park
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Listed by:
Ryan Lynch (515)724-3163,
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Bought with:
Ryan Lynch
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 723283
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,362
- Total interior livable area: 1,362 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 10,672 sqft
- Dimensions: 98 x 108
Details
- Parcel number: 10013148002000
- Zoning: R
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1917
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/29/2025 | Sold | $180,000-7.7%$132/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #723283 Report a problem | ||
| 8/1/2025 | Pending sale | $195,000$143/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #723283 Report a problem | ||
| 7/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $195,000+144.1%$143/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #723283 Report a problem | ||
| 5/10/1993 | Sold | $79,900$59/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,646 -1.4% | $227,000 +10.5% |
| 2024 | $3,698 -3.7% | $205,500 |
| 2023 | $3,840 +0.8% | $205,500 +19.6% |
| 2022 | $3,808 +3.8% | $171,800 |
| 2021 | $3,670 -3.6% | $171,800 +10.3% |
| 2020 | $3,808 +8.9% | $155,700 |
| 2019 | $3,498 +1.2% | $155,700 +12.3% |
| 2018 | $3,458 | $138,700 |
| 2017 | $3,458 +12.3% | $138,700 +10.4% |
| 2016 | $3,080 | $125,600 |
| 2015 | $3,080 +7.5% | $125,600 +4% |
| 2014 | $2,864 | $120,800 |
| 2013 | -- | $120,800 -0.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $121,300 |
| 2011 | -- | $121,300 -4.9% |
| 2010 | -- | $127,600 |
| 2009 | -- | $127,600 |
| 2008 | -- | $127,600 |
| 2007 | -- | $127,600 +3.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $123,300 |
| 2005 | -- | $123,300 +17.7% |
| 2003 | -- | $104,770 +6% |
| 2002 | -- | $98,830 |
| 2001 | -- | $98,830 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Merle Hay
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Hillis Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 3/10Meredith Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 2/10Hoover High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 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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- 2801 61st St
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