Here is the perfect home for multi-generational living or rental income! With two homes on one property -- live in one home while generating income from the other or enjoy separate spaces for extended family. Both homes have been fully remodeled, including updated kitchens and bathrooms, new carpet and vinyl flooring, and new kitchen appliances. All of the mechanicals & roofs have been updated (within 5 years), and new windows in 2025. The front home features 1 bed, 1 bath, a working gas fireplace, a den/sunroom plus a spacious laundry room. The rear home offers 1 bed, 1 bath, a second non-conforming room, plus a large unfinished storage area with laundry hookups. The home is also fully fenced and just one block away from Oak Park Elementary School! A flexible property that fits a variety of living and investment needs! Home is being sold-as is.
Sold for $192,000
Zestimate®
$192,000
4040 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
2beds
1,976sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1947
6,621.12 Square Feet Lot
$192,000 Zestimate®
$97/sqft
$1,331 Estimated rent
Home value
$192,000
$182,000 - $202,000
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Working gas fireplaceUpdated kitchensFully fencedSpacious laundry roomNew kitchen appliances
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Listed by:
Ingrid Williams (515)371-5277,
RE/MAX Concepts,
Karsyn Jensen 515-988-5634,
RE/MAX Concepts
Bought with:
Dustin Schutte
RE/MAX Revolution
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 738178
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: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Carpet
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,976
- Total interior livable area: 1,976 sqft
Property
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Patio
- Fencing: Chain Link
Lot
- Size: 6,621 sqft
- Dimensions: 50 x 132
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 07001118000000
- Zoning: N3B
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone, Stucco, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1947
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/24/2026 | Sold | $192,000-4%$97/sqft |
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| 5/27/2026 | Pending sale | $199,900$101/sqft |
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| 5/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $199,900$101/sqft |
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| 4/23/2026 | Pending sale | $199,900$101/sqft |
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| 4/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $199,900$101/sqft |
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| 11/5/2025 | Listing removed | $199,900$101/sqft |
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| 9/16/2025 | Price change | $199,900-7%$101/sqft |
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| 8/8/2025 | Price change | $215,000-4.4%$109/sqft |
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| 6/26/2025 | Price change | $225,000-10%$114/sqft |
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| 4/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $249,900+1982.5%$126/sqft |
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| 5/5/2017 | Sold | $12,000-90.4%$6/sqft |
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| 10/25/2011 | Sold | $125,000$63/sqft |
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| 11/13/2009 | Sold | $125,000-10.7%$63/sqft |
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| 6/25/2009 | Listing removed | $139,900$71/sqft |
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| 12/24/2008 | Listed for sale | $139,900+3.6%$71/sqft |
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| 2/22/2006 | Sold | $135,000+72%$68/sqft |
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| 3/28/2005 | Sold | $78,500-39.4%$40/sqft |
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| 8/3/2004 | Sold | $129,500+178.5%$66/sqft |
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| 11/18/2003 | Sold | $46,500+138.5%$24/sqft |
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| 9/22/2003 | Sold | $19,500-63.6%$10/sqft |
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| 4/9/1999 | Sold | $53,500-12.8%$27/sqft |
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| 12/15/1997 | Sold | $61,330$31/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,738 +2.1% | $210,600 +13.1% |
| 2024 | $3,662 -2.3% | $186,200 |
| 2023 | $3,750 +0.8% | $186,200 +17% |
| 2022 | $3,722 +6.5% | $159,100 |
| 2021 | $3,496 -3.7% | $159,100 +13.6% |
| 2020 | $3,632 +9.3% | $140,100 |
| 2019 | $3,324 -17% | $140,100 +13.3% |
| 2018 | $4,006 +9% | $123,700 -10.4% |
| 2017 | $3,674 +9.9% | $138,100 +8.8% |
| 2016 | $3,344 | $126,900 |
| 2015 | $3,344 -6.5% | $126,900 +5% |
| 2014 | $3,577 | $120,800 |
| 2013 | -- | $120,800 -0.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $121,300 |
| 2011 | -- | $121,300 -9.5% |
| 2009 | -- | $134,000 +6.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $126,200 |
| 2007 | -- | $126,200 +9.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $114,900 |
| 2005 | -- | $114,900 +44.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $79,700 -5.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $84,340 |
| 2001 | -- | $84,340 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Oak Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Oak Park Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 1/10Harding Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 2/10North High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 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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