For sale

$249,900

2814 School St, Des Moines, IA 50311

3beds

1,408sqft

$1,780/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1923

9,713 Square Feet Lot

$240,300 Zestimate^®

$177/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Covered deckPeaceful backyard retreatMature treesNewer roofMarble-style sinkButcher block countertopsNew cabinetry

Welcome to your next chapter in the historic Drake District! This lovingly updated 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom, two-story home offers timeless charm with all the modern conveniences you're looking for. Unwind in the spa-like bathroom featuring a free-standing soaking tub, tiled shower, and marble-style sink. The kitchen has been thoughtfully updated with butcher block countertops, new cabinetry, and a pot filler above the stove for effortless cooking. Rest easy knowing the big-ticket items are done — newer roof, HVAC, water heater, PEX plumbing, and electrical — so all that's left to do is move in and make it yours. Step outside to a peaceful backyard retreat with mature trees, a patio, and a covered deck, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. All just minutes from downtown, parks, and local shops. This one checks every box, come see it for yourself!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 1
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Heating

Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Features

Dining Area
Flooring: Hardwood
Basement: Unfinished

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,408
Total interior livable area: 1,408 sqft

Property

Features

Levels: Two
Stories: 2
Patio & porch: Deck, Open, Patio
Exterior features: Deck, Patio

Lot

Size: 9,713 Square Feet
Dimensions: 49 x 198
Features: Rectangular Lot

Details

Parcel number: 09003555000000
Zoning: N5

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Two Story
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Metal Siding
Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Roof: Asphalt,Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1923

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: $177/sqft
Tax assessed value: $151,000
Annual tax amount: $2,943
Date on market: 7/17/2026
Cumulative days on market: 35 days
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan

Estimated market value

$240,300

$228,000 - $252,000

$2,007/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
7/17/2026	Listed for sale	$249,900-10.4%$177/sqft
Source: DMMLS #745329 Report a problem
4/2/2026	Listing removed	$279,000$198/sqft
Source: DMMLS #728930 Report a problem
10/24/2025	Listed for sale	$279,000+74.4%$198/sqft
Source: DMMLS #728930 Report a problem
1/31/2024	Listing removed	--
Source: Owner Report a problem
12/7/2023	Listed for sale	$160,000+8.1%$114/sqft
Source: Owner Report a problem
7/26/2023	Listing removed	--
Source: Owner Report a problem
7/8/2023	Listed for sale	$148,000$105/sqft
Source: Owner Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$2,616 +2%	$151,000 +15.9%
2024	$2,564 +6.4%	$130,300
2023	$2,410 +0.8%	$130,300 +27.4%
2022	$2,392 +6.4%	$102,300
2021	$2,248 -3.8%	$102,300 +13.5%
2020	$2,336 +4.5%	$90,100
2019	$2,236 +1%	$90,100 +8.3%
2018	$2,214	$83,200
2017	$2,214 +123.6%	$83,200 +10.2%
2016	$990	$75,500
2015	$990 +3.4%	$75,500 -1.6%
2014	$957	$76,700
2013	--	$76,700 +0.3%
2012	--	$76,500
2011	--	$76,500 -6%
2010	--	$81,400
2009	--	$81,400 -2.7%
2008	--	$83,700
2007	--	$83,700 +4.5%
2006	--	$80,100
2005	--	$80,100 +11.3%
2003	--	$71,980 +10.6%
2002	--	$65,060
2001	--	$65,060