This well-sized 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath walkout duplex is ideally located just off McKinley Ave in a desirable South Des Moines neighborhood. Both units are currently rented at $1,200/month, offering immediate income. Tenants are responsible for all utilities-including water, sewer, storm water, gas, and electric, as well as snow removal and lawn care, helping keep expenses low.
Conveniently located near shopping, dining, and everyday essentials along SE 14th St, with easy access to Gray's Lake Park and Water Works Park, and just minutes from downtown Des Moines.
Recent updates/features include a new roof in 2020, newer windows and water heater replaced in 2023. Additional features include a bedroom and 1/2 bathroom in basement, a spacious backyard, and a functional layout. This property offers strong potential for investors looking to enhance value and maximize returns in a prime location. All information obtained from seller and public records.
For sale
$280,000
612 McKinley Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
4beds
2,016sqft
Multi Family
Built in 1972
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$139/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Newer windowsSpacious backyardFunctional layout
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Dustin Kupka (515)681-7001,
RE/MAX Precision
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 737823
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
Features
- Basement: Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,016
- Total interior livable area: 2,016 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 200
Property
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 10,018 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 66 x 152
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 12000490002002
- Zoning: N3A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Multi Family
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1972
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $139/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $242,600
- Annual tax amount: $4,572
- Date on market: 4/8/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 149 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Tenant pays: Electricity, Gas, Water
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/3/2026 | Listing removed | $1,325$1/sqft |
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| 8/29/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,325+12.8%$1/sqft |
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| 4/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $280,000+46566.7%$139/sqft |
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| 1/27/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 1/13/2023 | Listed for rent | $1,175$1/sqft |
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| 9/15/2022 | Sold | $600-99.4% |
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| 10/20/2000 | Sold | $102,000$51/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,348 +2% | $242,600 +12% |
| 2024 | $4,262 +6.1% | $216,600 |
| 2023 | $4,018 +0.4% | $216,600 +26.7% |
| 2022 | $4,000 +6% | $171,000 |
| 2021 | $3,774 -3.7% | $171,000 +13.1% |
| 2020 | $3,920 +7% | $151,200 |
| 2019 | $3,664 +1% | $151,200 +10.9% |
| 2018 | $3,626 | $136,300 |
| 2017 | $3,626 +9% | $136,300 +8% |
| 2016 | $3,326 | $126,200 |
| 2015 | $3,326 +9.6% | $126,200 +6.5% |
| 2014 | $3,034 | $118,500 |
| 2013 | -- | $118,500 -5.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $125,200 |
| 2011 | -- | $125,200 -6.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $134,100 |
| 2009 | -- | $134,100 +7.3% |
| 2008 | -- | $125,000 |
| 2007 | -- | $125,000 +3.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $120,400 |
| 2005 | -- | $120,400 +10.6% |
| 2003 | -- | $108,870 +17.7% |
| 2002 | -- | $92,520 |
| 2001 | -- | $92,520 |
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Neighborhood: Fort Des Moines
Nearby schools
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.
