Prime investment opportunity Visit this large, 3-unit turn-of-the century conversion in a well established west side neighborhood. Two one bedroom units and one efficiency can provide income as owner-occupied or affordable living opportunity for tenants. Close to life’s necessities freeway access, shopping ,banking, dining, schools and entertainment this quiet area provides an easy pied a terre for tenant and owner alike.
Seller has made numerous updates and improvements inside and out.
All three baths have been re-modeled, including new flooring and fixtures. There are brand-new appliances in the kitchen as well, including a dishwasher in one unit. The neutral carpeting is also brand-new, and all units are freshly painted throughout with neutral colors.
On the exterior Seller has installed a new roof. The driveway and sidewalks are freshly poured, and
the property has been newly landscaped. Tenants will enjoy off-street parking off the driveway.
Sold for $203,000
$203,000
686 34th St, Des Moines, IA 50312
3beds
1,993sqft
Multi Family
Built in 1900
-- sqft lot
$201,700 Zestimate®
$102/sqft
$1,055 Estimated rent
Home value
$201,700
$190,000 - $216,000
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Off-street parkingNeutral carpetingBrand-new appliancesNew roof
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Listed by:
Preston Daniels (515)240-8484,
Century 21 Signature,
Brian Geist 319-939-7672,
Century 21 Signature
Bought with:
Darson Grantham
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 709056
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Hot Water
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Features
- Flooring: Carpet
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,993
- Total interior livable area: 1,993 sqft
Property
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 6,011 sqft
- Dimensions: 60 x 100
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 09005073000000
- Zoning: R1-60
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Multi Family
Materials
- Metal Siding, Stucco
- Foundation: Block, Slab
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/11/2025 | Sold | $203,000-9.2%$102/sqft |
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| 2/1/2025 | Pending sale | $223,500$112/sqft |
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| 1/27/2025 | Price change | $223,500-2.2%$112/sqft |
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| 1/13/2025 | Price change | $228,500-2.1%$115/sqft |
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| 1/6/2025 | Price change | $233,500-2.1%$117/sqft |
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| 12/16/2024 | Listed for sale | $238,500$120/sqft |
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| 12/16/2024 | Listing removed | $238,500$120/sqft |
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| 12/12/2024 | Listed for sale | $238,500+16.3%$120/sqft |
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| 10/14/2024 | Listing removed | $205,000$103/sqft |
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| 9/30/2024 | Price change | $205,000-1.2%$103/sqft |
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| 9/23/2024 | Price change | $207,500-0.7%$104/sqft |
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| 9/16/2024 | Price change | $209,000-1.2%$105/sqft |
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| 9/10/2024 | Listed for sale | $211,500-87%$106/sqft |
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| 9/6/2024 | Listing removed | $1,625,000$815/sqft |
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| 9/4/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,625,000$815/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,534 +2.1% | $190,000 +8% |
| 2024 | $3,462 +2.7% | $176,000 |
| 2023 | $3,370 -14.4% | $176,000 +23.1% |
| 2022 | $3,938 +12.7% | $143,000 |
| 2021 | $3,494 -11% | $143,000 +22.2% |
| 2020 | $3,924 +14.2% | $117,000 |
| 2019 | $3,436 -6% | $117,000 +20.6% |
| 2018 | $3,654 | $97,000 |
| 2017 | $3,654 +2.2% | $97,000 +10.9% |
| 2016 | $3,576 | $87,500 |
| 2015 | $3,576 +2.5% | $87,500 +12.2% |
| 2014 | $3,488 | $78,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $78,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $78,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $78,000 -11% |
| 2010 | -- | $87,600 |
| 2009 | -- | $87,600 |
| 2008 | -- | $87,600 |
| 2007 | -- | $87,600 |
| 2006 | -- | $87,600 +25% |
| 2005 | -- | $70,100 +9% |
| 2003 | -- | $64,300 +40.1% |
| 2002 | -- | $45,900 |
| 2001 | -- | $45,900 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: North of Grand
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Greenwood Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 3/10Callanan Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 4/10Roosevelt High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 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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- Polk County
- Des Moines
- 50312
- North of Grand
- 686 34th St
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