Welcome to your cozy haven in a quiet southwest Des Moines neighborhood! This updated 1.5 story home is a blend of modern comfort + charm spread over 1,800+ total square feet. The newly renovated first-floor includes an updated kitchen (appliances stay), dining area, 2 bedrooms, and full bathroom. Relax by the wood-burning fireplace in the inviting living room. The 2 main-level bedrooms preserve the home's character with original hardwood floors. Upstairs offers versatile space for a hang-out room or master retreat. Ample storage awaits in the unfinished basement, complete with a convenient half bath. You'll love the fully-fenced yard that sits on nearly a 1/4 acre corner lot. With a NEW roof and NEW AC and furnace, worry-free living is ensured. This affordable gem is just minutes from downtown, within walking distance of Morris Elementary, and an easy drive to popular dining spots like Francie's and Skips. It's move-in ready with endless possibilities! All information obtained from the seller and public records.
Sold for $201,500
$201,500
6709 SW 16th St, Des Moines, IA 50315
3beds
1,037sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
9,496 Square Feet Lot
$201,800 Zestimate®
$194/sqft
$1,660 Estimated rent
Home value
$201,800
$188,000 - $216,000
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Unfinished basementOriginal hardwood floorsCozy havenVersatile spaceCorner lotUpdated kitchenFully-fenced yard
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Listed by:
Zack Barragan 515-223-9492,
RE/MAX Precision,
David Rodriguez 515-619-8150,
RE/MAX Precision
Bought with:
Anthony Lyne
RE/MAX Concepts
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 689397
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Dining Area
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,037
- Total interior livable area: 1,037 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Exterior features: Fully Fenced, Storage
- Fencing: Chain Link,Full
Lot
- Size: 9,496 Square Feet
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 12002744000000
- Zoning: N3A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: One and One Half Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $194/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $160,800
- Annual tax amount: $2,855
- Date on market: 2/15/2024
- Cumulative days on market: 337 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Contract,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/26/2025 | Sold | $201,500-4%$194/sqft |
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| 1/20/2025 | Pending sale | $209,900$202/sqft |
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| 11/12/2024 | Price change | $209,900-2.3%$202/sqft |
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| 10/29/2024 | Price change | $214,900-2.3%$207/sqft |
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| 9/6/2024 | Price change | $219,900-1.2%$212/sqft |
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| 7/24/2024 | Price change | $222,500-0.9%$215/sqft |
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| 5/6/2024 | Price change | $224,500-0.2%$216/sqft |
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| 2/15/2024 | Listed for sale | $224,900+186.5%$217/sqft |
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| 11/21/2023 | Sold | $78,500+20.8%$76/sqft |
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| 7/17/2012 | Sold | $65,000$63/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,868 +10.1% | $160,800 +12.5% |
| 2024 | $2,606 +6% | $142,900 |
| 2023 | $2,458 +0.8% | $142,900 +26.2% |
| 2022 | $2,438 +9% | $113,200 |
| 2021 | $2,236 -3.5% | $113,200 +15.3% |
| 2020 | $2,318 +7.4% | $98,200 |
| 2019 | $2,158 +1.3% | $98,200 +10.6% |
| 2018 | $2,130 | $88,800 |
| 2017 | $2,130 +4.6% | $88,800 +3.3% |
| 2016 | $2,036 | $86,000 |
| 2015 | $2,036 +1.8% | $86,000 -1.1% |
| 2014 | $2,000 | $87,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $87,000 -0.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $87,200 |
| 2011 | -- | $87,200 -4.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $91,500 |
| 2009 | -- | $91,500 -4.8% |
| 2008 | -- | $96,100 |
| 2007 | -- | $96,100 +2.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $93,800 |
| 2005 | -- | $93,800 +12.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $83,180 +12.6% |
| 2002 | -- | $73,890 |
| 2001 | -- | $73,890 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 50315
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GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Morris Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 4/10McCombs Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 2/10Lincoln High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.7 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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