Adorable and affordable 2-bedroom ranch in a convenient central Des Moines location close to shopping, dining, parks, and easy interstate access. This move-in ready home features beautiful hardwood floors, an updated full bath, spacious living room, and a large kitchen with plenty of cabinet space. The finished lower level offers additional living space with a built-in bar area perfect for entertaining, plus a non-conforming 3rd bedroom ideal for a home office, guest room, or craft space. Enjoy the oversized backyard, detached garage, and walking distance to the iconic Simon's. Stop renting - homeownership is within reach!
Sold for $189,900
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$189,900
5821 Clark St, Des Moines, IA 50311
2beds
744sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1949
7,710.12 Square Feet Lot
$189,900 Zestimate®
$255/sqft
$1,270 Estimated rent
Home value
$189,900
$180,000 - $199,000
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Detached garageBeautiful hardwood floorsOversized backyard
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Listed by:
Micole Van Walbeek (515)333-8292,
RE/MAX Concepts
Bought with:
Emina Steward
RE/MAX Real Estate Center
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 740720
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Basement: Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 744
- Total interior livable area: 744 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 560
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 7,710 sqft
- Dimensions: 55 x 140
Details
- Parcel number: 10012796000000
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1949
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 6/17/2026 | Sold | $189,900$255/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #740720 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2026 | Pending sale | $189,900$255/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #740720 Report a problem | ||
| 5/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $189,900+68.8%$255/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #740720 Report a problem | ||
| 12/15/2015 | Sold | $112,500$151/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #506780 Report a problem | ||
| 10/23/2015 | Listed for sale | $112,500+10%$151/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #506780 Report a problem | ||
| 4/19/2013 | Sold | $102,250-2.6%$137/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #413370 Report a problem | ||
| 1/11/2013 | Price change | $105,000-4.5%$141/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Mid-America Group, Realtors #409922 Report a problem | ||
| 9/5/2012 | Price change | $110,000-4.3%$148/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX REAL ESTATE GROUP #400865 Report a problem | ||
| 5/9/2012 | Listed for sale | $115,000+8%$155/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX REAL ESTATE GROUP #400865 Report a problem | ||
| 9/30/2005 | Sold | $106,500+31.5%$143/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/26/2000 | Sold | $81,000$109/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,976 +2.2% | $177,600 +12.1% |
| 2024 | $2,912 -5.5% | $158,500 |
| 2023 | $3,080 +0.8% | $158,500 +13.5% |
| 2022 | $3,056 +5.2% | $139,600 |
| 2021 | $2,904 -3.6% | $139,600 +11.7% |
| 2020 | $3,012 +10% | $125,000 |
| 2019 | $2,738 +1.3% | $125,000 +13.2% |
| 2018 | $2,704 | $110,400 |
| 2017 | $2,704 +14.7% | $110,400 +12.4% |
| 2016 | $2,358 | $98,200 |
| 2015 | $2,358 +2.5% | $98,200 +9.4% |
| 2014 | $2,300 | $89,800 |
| 2013 | -- | $89,800 -10.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $100,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $100,000 -6.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $106,600 |
| 2009 | -- | $106,600 +3.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $103,100 |
| 2007 | -- | $103,100 +5.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $98,100 |
| 2005 | -- | $98,100 +11.4% |
| 2003 | -- | $88,090 +18.4% |
| 2002 | -- | $74,430 |
| 2001 | -- | $74,430 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Merle Hay
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Windsor Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 5/10Merrill Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 4/10Roosevelt High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 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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- 5821 Clark St
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