Charming up/down duplex in the desirable Highland Park neighborhood. Main floor unit features two spacious bedrooms and an updated kitchen and bath. Upstairs is a one bedroom unit with a nice sized living room and kitchen. Laundry area is located in the basement, along with additional storage space and stubbed in for another bathroom. Off street parking for both units and a great spot to add a garage. Fully fenced front yard provides a secure space for outdoor activities. Enjoy the convenience of being close to downtown Des Moines, with easy access to shopping, dining and entertainment. This property is a great investment opportunity or a chance to live in one unit and rent out the other. Don't miss out on this Highland Park gem!
Sold for $185,000
$185,000
3138 7th St, Des Moines, IA 50313
3beds
1,479sqft
Multi Family
Built in 1891
-- sqft lot
$192,200 Zestimate®
$125/sqft
$1,227 Estimated rent
Home value
$192,200
$165,000 - $219,000
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Off street parkingUpdated kitchenSpacious bedroomsFully fenced front yard
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Listed by:
Anna Thomas (573)795-3405,
LPT Realty, LLC,
Kyle Clarkson 515-554-2249,
LPT Realty, LLC
Bought with:
Gilbert Gonzales
RE/MAX Precision
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 701499
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: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,479
- Total interior livable area: 1,479 sqft
Property
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
Lot
- Size: 9,757 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 75 x 130
Details
- Parcel number: 07002885000000
- Zoning: N5
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: One and One Half Story
- Property subtype: Multi Family
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1891
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $125/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $127,400
- Annual tax amount: $2,156
- Date on market: 8/23/2024
- Cumulative days on market: 141 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/19/2025 | Sold | $185,000-2.6%$125/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #701499 Report a problem | ||
| 1/15/2025 | Pending sale | $190,000$128/sqft |
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| 12/12/2024 | Listed for sale | $190,000$128/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #701499 Report a problem | ||
| 12/9/2024 | Pending sale | $190,000$128/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #701499 Report a problem | ||
| 10/29/2024 | Price change | $190,000-5%$128/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #701499 Report a problem | ||
| 9/7/2024 | Price change | $200,000-2.4%$135/sqft |
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| 8/23/2024 | Listed for sale | $205,000+68%$139/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #701499 Report a problem | ||
| 7/26/2019 | Sold | $122,000-2.4%$82/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #583486 Report a problem | ||
| 7/26/2019 | Listed for sale | $125,000$85/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Precision #583486 Report a problem | ||
| 6/20/2019 | Pending sale | $125,000$85/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Precision #583486 Report a problem | ||
| 5/28/2019 | Listed for sale | $125,000+44.5%$85/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Precision #583486 Report a problem | ||
| 5/4/2007 | Sold | $86,500+13.8%$58/sqft |
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| 10/7/2004 | Sold | $76,000$51/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,994 +2.3% | $127,400 +16.2% |
| 2024 | $1,950 -0.1% | $109,600 |
| 2023 | $1,952 -21.4% | $109,600 +19.5% |
| 2022 | $2,482 +9% | $91,700 -20.3% |
| 2021 | $2,278 -12% | $115,100 +15.2% |
| 2020 | $2,590 +6.2% | $99,900 |
| 2019 | $2,438 +1.1% | $99,900 +10.1% |
| 2018 | $2,412 | $90,700 |
| 2017 | $2,412 +2.7% | $90,700 +1.8% |
| 2016 | $2,348 | $89,100 |
| 2015 | $2,348 +0.4% | $89,100 -2.4% |
| 2014 | $2,338 | $91,300 |
| 2013 | -- | $91,300 +0.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $90,800 |
| 2011 | -- | $90,800 -1.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $92,400 |
| 2009 | -- | $92,400 +1.1% |
| 2008 | -- | $91,400 |
| 2007 | -- | $91,400 +19.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $76,500 |
| 2005 | -- | $76,500 +20.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $63,260 +16.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $54,150 |
| 2001 | -- | $54,150 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Oak Park
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Oak Park Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 2/10Harding Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 2/10North High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 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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