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    • $459,000

    680 18th St, Des Moines, IA 50314

    4beds
    2,428sqft
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    $3,206/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1885
    7,492 Square Feet Lot
    $438,700 Zestimate®
    $189/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Brick foundationOwens corning duration roofPrivacy fence yardMature flower bedsEat-in areaStainless steel appliancesExpansive wrap-around front porch
    Built about 1885, Victorian 4 bedroom w/practical updates for comfortable living. Expansive wrap-around front porch w/Azek composite no-maintenance deck boards in the heart of the Sherman Hill Neighborhood. Beautiful original historic trim work throughout, first floor built-in shelving in the parlor, leading to the large living room with wood fireplace. The kitchen features a large pantry w/stainless steel appliances and eat-in area. 1st floor bedroom w/full bath. The 2nd story w/3 bedrooms, the large primary w/ huge bathroom, featuring California closets, a walk-in tile shower, Upper level laundry w/Speed Queen machines. A 3rd bathroom with a clawfoot tub / shower in the front bedroom, Large den/ extra room on the second floor. HVAC replaced 2021,Owens Corning Duration Roof, Wood Cedar Siding, Brick foundation, Unfinished basement with plenty of storage w/ exterior access, 2 car garage carriage house with home office option plus front driveway and on-street parking. Privacy fence yard, Mature flower beds all keeping in step with this historic neighborhood Near Downtown Des Moines in Sherman Hill Historic District and steps away from Aposto Restaurant, Gateway Market, Smokey Row, Ingersoll Avenue.
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    Likely to sell faster than

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    Listed by:

    SCOTT STEELMAN 515-556-2208,

    Iowa Realty Mills Crossing

    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 745110MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • 3/4 bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bedrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
      • Laundry: Upper Level
      Features
      • Separate/Formal Dining Room, Window Treatments
      • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
      • Basement: Unfinished
      • Number of fireplaces: 2
      • Fireplace features: Wood Burning
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,428
      • Total interior livable area: 2,428 sqft
      • Finished area below ground: 0
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      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
      Lot
      • Size: 7,492 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 60 x 125
      • Features: Rectangular Lot
      Details
      • Parcel number: 03004209000000
      • Zoning: RES

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Two Story,Victorian
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Brick, Wood Siding
      • Foundation: Brick/Mortar
      • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
      Condition
      • Year built: 1885

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Des Moines

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $189/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $445,400
      • Annual tax amount: $8,692
      • Date on market: 7/16/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 29 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
      • Road surface type: Asphalt

        Estimated market value

        $438,700

        $417,000 - $461,000

        $2,487/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/16/2026Listed for sale$459,000+99.7%$189/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #745110 Report a problem
        3/24/2011Listing removed$229,900$95/sqft
        Source: Coldwell Banker Mid-America Group, Realtors #377360 Report a problem
        3/6/2011Listed for sale$229,900+2.6%$95/sqft
        Source: Coldwell Banker Mid-America Group, Realtors #377360 Report a problem
        2/28/2011Sold$224,000-2.6%$92/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        1/18/2011Price change$229,900-5.8%$95/sqft
        Source: Coldwell Banker Mid-America Group, Realtors #377360 Report a problem
        11/30/2010Price change$244,000-6.9%$100/sqft
        Source: Burnett Realty #374035 Report a problem
        11/10/2010Price change$261,950-1.1%$108/sqft
        Source: Burnett Realty #374035 Report a problem
        11/6/2010Price change$264,900-2.8%$109/sqft
        Source: Burnett Realty #374035 Report a problem
        10/29/2010Price change$272,500-2.6%$112/sqft
        Source: Burnett Realty #374035 Report a problem
        9/29/2010Listed for sale$279,900+4.6%$115/sqft
        Source: Burnett Realty #374035 Report a problem
        10/26/2007Sold$267,500+76.6%$110/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #304619 Report a problem
        10/30/2000Sold$151,500$62/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$8,022 +2.1%$445,400 +12.4%
        2024$7,854 +6.7%$396,100
        2023$7,364 +0.8%$396,100 +27.4%
        2022$7,304 +4.6%$310,800
        2021$6,986 -3.5%$310,800 +11.2%
        2020$7,238 +6.3%$279,400
        2019$6,806 +1.1%$279,400 +10%
        2018$6,730 $254,000
        2017$6,730 +10.1%$254,000 +8.7%
        2016$6,114 $233,600
        2015$6,114 +4.5%$233,600 +1.4%
        2014$5,852 $230,400
        2013-- $230,400 +0.2%
        2012-- $230,000
        2011-- $230,000 -12.5%
        2010-- $262,900
        2009-- $262,900 +11%
        2008-- $236,800
        2007-- $236,800 +20.3%
        2006-- $196,900
        2005-- $196,900 +15.5%
        2003-- $170,410 +10.4%
        2002-- $154,390 +15.3%
        2001-- $133,950
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Sherman Hill

        Getting around

        72 / 100
        Very Walkable
        50 / 100
        Good Transit
        43 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • District: Des Moines Independent

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