Life Hack Alert! Live smart—buy this duplex and let your tenant help pay the mortgage! Located in the desirable Johnston School District, this well-maintained property offers two mirror-image units, each featuring an open-concept living room, dining area, and kitchen, perfect for modern living.
Each side includes 2 spacious bedrooms and newly remodeled bathrooms, providing comfort and style. Full basements under each unit offer ample storage or potential for additional living space. Both units are equipped with washer/dryer hookups, adding convenience for you and your tenants. Whether you're an investor or an owner-occupant, this is a fantastic opportunity to build equity while enjoying a great location.
Sold for $285,000
$285,000
4956 NW Lovington Dr, Des Moines, IA 50310
--beds
0baths
1,984sqft
Duplex, Multi Family
Built in 1977
-- sqft lot
$284,000 Zestimate®
$144/sqft
$1,188 Estimated rent
Home value
$284,000
$267,000 - $301,000
$1,188/mo
Zestimate® history
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Listed by:
Heather Knittel 515-371-2706,
RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CENTER
Bought with:
Member Non
CENTRAL IOWA BOARD OF REALTORS
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 67285
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 0
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Flooring: Vinyl, Carpet
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,984
- Total interior livable area: 1,984 sqft
Property
Lot
- Size: 0.31 Acres
- Dimensions: 123 x 110
Details
- Parcel number: 792418452002
- Zoning: LDR
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: Duplex, Multi Family
Materials
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- Year built: 1977
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank, Public Sewer
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/27/2026 | Listing removed | $1,295$1/sqft |
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| 1/13/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,295$1/sqft |
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| 7/2/2025 | Sold | $285,000$144/sqft |
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| 5/22/2025 | Pending sale | $285,000$144/sqft |
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| 5/1/2025 | Listed for sale | $285,000$144/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,954 +2.3% | $253,700 +12.4% |
| 2024 | $2,888 +4.9% | $225,800 |
| 2023 | $2,754 -12.8% | $225,800 +25% |
| 2022 | $3,158 +1.3% | $180,700 |
| 2021 | $3,118 +1.5% | $180,700 +6.5% |
| 2020 | $3,072 +3.8% | $169,600 |
| 2019 | $2,960 +2% | $169,600 +9.5% |
| 2018 | $2,902 | $154,900 |
| 2017 | $2,902 +8.6% | $154,900 +7.3% |
| 2016 | $2,672 | $144,300 |
| 2015 | $2,672 +8.2% | $144,300 +5.5% |
| 2014 | $2,470 | $136,800 |
| 2013 | -- | $136,800 -0.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $136,900 |
| 2011 | -- | $136,900 -3.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $142,200 |
| 2009 | -- | $142,200 +3% |
| 2008 | -- | $138,000 |
| 2007 | -- | $138,000 +8.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $126,900 |
| 2005 | -- | $126,900 +13.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $111,500 +1.1% |
| 2002 | -- | $110,270 |
| 2001 | -- | $110,270 |
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Neighborhood: 50310
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Henry A Wallace Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 2.1 mi
- 8/10Johnston Middle SchoolGrades: 8-9Distance: 2 mi
- 9/10Johnston Senior High SchoolGrades: 10-12Distance: 4.2 mi
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- Polk County
- Des Moines
- 50310
- 4956 NW Lovington Dr
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