Located in the heart of Uptown Ankeny, this charming 2-story home offers over 1,600 sq ft of living space with convenient access to restaurants, shopping, bike trails, parks, and the popular Saturday farmers market. Combining character, functionality, and updates throughout, this home is ready for its next owner.
The spacious kitchen features abundant cabinet and counter space along with a hidden pantry for additional storage and organization. Comfortable living and dining areas provide great spaces for everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs you’ll find generously sized bedrooms along with the convenience of second-floor laundry.
The finished lower level includes a game room or flexible living space ideal for a home office, workout area, playroom, or additional entertaining space.
Outside, enjoy a fully fenced yard perfect for pets, play, or relaxing evenings outdoors. The large detached 2-car garage offers plenty of room for parking, storage, or hobby space. Recent updates include a new roof and freshly painted exterior, adding curb appeal and peace of mind.
Enjoy an ideal Ankeny location close to local amenities, trails, community events, and everything Uptown has to offer.
Pending
Price cut: $6.8K (6/9)
$278,000
609 SW Cherry St, Ankeny, IA 50023
3beds
1,602sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
9,365 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$174/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 17 days |
- 266 |
- 6 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Nikki Nichols (515)979-0199,
LPT Realty, LLC
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 741135
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
- Basement: Partially Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,602
- Total interior livable area: 1,602 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 494
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck
- Fencing: Other,Wood
Lot
- Size: 9,365 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 75 x 141
Details
- Parcel number: 18100660010000
- Zoning: res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal Siding
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Ankeny
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $174/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $262,100
- Annual tax amount: $4,281
- Date on market: 5/20/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 39 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/11/2026 | Pending sale | $278,000$174/sqft |
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| 6/9/2026 | Price change | $278,000-2.4%$174/sqft |
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| 5/28/2026 | Price change | $284,831-1.7%$178/sqft |
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| 5/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $289,831+38%$181/sqft |
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| 6/23/2022 | Sold | $210,000-8.7%$131/sqft |
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| 5/31/2022 | Pending sale | $230,000$144/sqft |
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| 5/27/2022 | Listed for sale | $230,000-4.2%$144/sqft |
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| 4/11/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/7/2022 | Listed for sale | $240,000+45.5%$150/sqft |
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| 4/15/2015 | Sold | $165,000$103/sqft |
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| 2/23/2015 | Pending sale | $165,000$103/sqft |
Source: Ankeny Real Estate #448010 Report a problem | ||
| 1/29/2015 | Listed for sale | $165,000+11.1%$103/sqft |
Source: Ankeny Real Estate Service #448010 Report a problem | ||
| 5/5/2008 | Sold | $148,500+6.1%$93/sqft |
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| 3/15/2008 | Listed for sale | $139,900+2.5%$87/sqft |
Source: Listhub #324173 Report a problem | ||
| 2/26/2004 | Sold | $136,500$85/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,176 +2.1% | $262,100 +9.2% |
| 2024 | $4,092 +1.3% | $240,000 |
| 2023 | $4,040 +1.1% | $240,000 +23.1% |
| 2022 | $3,998 +0.6% | $194,900 |
| 2021 | $3,976 +1.3% | $194,900 +6.6% |
| 2020 | $3,926 +4.6% | $182,900 |
| 2019 | $3,752 +0.2% | $182,900 +9.8% |
| 2018 | $3,744 | $166,600 |
| 2017 | $3,744 +4.9% | $166,600 +11.3% |
| 2016 | $3,570 | $149,700 |
| 2015 | $3,570 +5% | $149,700 -1.1% |
| 2014 | $3,400 | $151,300 |
| 2013 | -- | $151,300 -0.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $151,900 |
| 2011 | -- | $151,900 +0.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $151,700 |
| 2009 | -- | $151,700 +2.1% |
| 2008 | -- | $148,600 |
| 2007 | -- | $148,600 +3.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $143,800 |
| 2005 | -- | $143,800 +9.1% |
| 2003 | -- | $131,780 +26.4% |
| 2002 | -- | $104,270 |
| 2001 | -- | $104,270 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 50023
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Heritage ElementaryGrades: K-5Distance: 1 mi
- 8/10Southview Middle SchoolGrades: 8-9Distance: 0.4 mi
- 7/10Ankeny High SchoolGrades: 10-12Distance: 0.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Ankeny
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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- Iowa
- Polk County
- Ankeny
- 50023
- 609 SW Cherry St







