Welcome home to this charming 1.5-story gem, offering 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 full baths, and plenty of updates that make it truly move-in ready. A newer roof and thoughtful improvements throughout mean the heavy lifting has already been done 'just bring your personal touch! Start your mornings with a cup of coffee or unwind in the evening with a cocktail on the inviting screened-in front porch. The oversized 2-stall garage provides ample space for both vehicles and storage. Tucked away on a quiet street, you'll enjoy the best of both worlds: peaceful living with quick access to shopping, restaurants, and all the everyday essentials. All information obtained from seller and public records
Sold for $205,000
$205,000
3421 Amherst St, Des Moines, IA 50313
3beds
1,197sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1912
-- sqft lot
$204,400 Zestimate®
$171/sqft
$1,660 Estimated rent
Home value
$204,400
$194,000 - $215,000
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Thoughtful improvements throughoutNewer roofInviting screened-in front porch
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Listed by:
Katie Stiles (515)720-1653,
RE/MAX Precision
Bought with:
JaTyrin Avant
LPT Realty, LLC
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 732854
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: 1
Heating
- Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,197
- Total interior livable area: 1,197 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
Lot
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 07000206000000
- Zoning: N5
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: One and One Half Story,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1912
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: $171/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $251,700
- Annual tax amount: $4,750
- Date on market: 1/14/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 287 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/8/2026 | Sold | $205,000-2.4%$171/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #732854 Report a problem | ||
| 3/18/2026 | Pending sale | $210,000$175/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #732854 Report a problem | ||
| 1/21/2026 | Price change | $210,000-2.3%$175/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #732854 Report a problem | ||
| 5/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $215,000+9.1%$180/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #719154 Report a problem | ||
| 12/2/2021 | Sold | $197,000-1.5%$165/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #639327 Report a problem | ||
| 10/19/2021 | Pending sale | $200,000$167/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #639327 Report a problem | ||
| 10/8/2021 | Listed for sale | $200,000-2.4%$167/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #639327 Report a problem | ||
| 10/7/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: DMMLS #635689 Report a problem | ||
| 9/22/2021 | Price change | $205,000-2.4%$171/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #635689 Report a problem | ||
| 9/13/2021 | Price change | $210,000-2.3%$175/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #635689 Report a problem | ||
| 8/16/2021 | Listed for sale | $215,000+156.3%$180/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #635689 Report a problem | ||
| 1/11/2021 | Sold | $83,900+20.7%$70/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #619669 Report a problem | ||
| 12/19/2020 | Price change | $69,500$58/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty #619669 Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2011 | Listed for sale | -- |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,444 +2% | $251,700 +13.7% |
| 2024 | $4,356 +2.2% | $221,400 |
| 2023 | $4,264 +45.6% | $221,400 +22.4% |
| 2022 | $2,928 +5.6% | $180,900 +44.5% |
| 2021 | $2,774 -3.7% | $125,200 +12.6% |
| 2020 | $2,882 +4.7% | $111,200 |
| 2019 | $2,752 +1% | $111,200 +8.6% |
| 2018 | $2,724 | $102,400 |
| 2017 | $2,724 +11.4% | $102,400 +10.3% |
| 2016 | $2,446 | $92,800 |
| 2015 | $2,446 +5.8% | $92,800 +2.8% |
| 2014 | $2,312 | $90,300 |
| 2013 | -- | $90,300 -6.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $96,400 -12.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $110,600 -5.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $116,700 |
| 2009 | -- | $116,700 +1.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $115,300 |
| 2007 | -- | $115,300 +9.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $105,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $105,000 +10.4% |
| 2003 | -- | $95,090 +17.4% |
| 2002 | -- | $80,970 |
| 2001 | -- | $80,970 |
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Neighborhood: Highland Park
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GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Findley Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.4 mi
- 2/10Harding Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 2/10North High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 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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