For sale

$500,000

702 Polk Blvd, Des Moines, IA 50312

6beds

2,668sqft

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1914

9,234 Square Feet Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$187/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Stunning floor-to-ceiling stone fireplaceSpacious modern kitchenDeck overlooking the backyard

Beautifully updated historic home on Polk Blvd featuring 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and a 2-car attached garage. Step inside to a spacious modern kitchen, perfect for entertaining and daily living. The living room showcases a stunning floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, creating a warm focal point for the home. Upstairs, you’ll find generous bedrooms with plenty of space for family, guests, or home offices (all 6 are upstairs). Bathrooms have been thoughtfully updated, blending modern finishes with timeless character. Outside, enjoy the deck overlooking the backyard, ideal for summer gatherings or quiet evenings. With its prime location on one of Des Moines’ most sought-after boulevards, this home combines historic charm, modern updates, and everyday functionality in one remarkable package.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 6
Bathrooms: 3
Full bathrooms: 2
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Heating

Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, Wine Cooler, Washer
Laundry: Main Level

Features

Separate/Formal Dining Room
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Basement: Unfinished
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Wood Burning

Interior area

Total structure area: 2,668
Total interior livable area: 2,668 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
Attached garage spaces: 2

Features

Levels: Two
Stories: 2
Patio & porch: Deck
Exterior features: Deck
Fencing: Other

Lot

Size: 9,234 Square Feet
Features: Rectangular Lot

Details

Parcel number: 782501402025
Zoning: N5

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Two Story
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Stone, Stucco, Wood Siding
Foundation: Block
Roof: Asphalt,Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1914

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: $187/sqft
Tax assessed value: $418,400
Annual tax amount: $7,704
Date on market: 9/3/2025
Cumulative days on market: 208 days
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Road surface type: Concrete

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Price history

Date	Event	Price
4/1/2026	Listed for sale	$500,000$187/sqft
Source: DMMLS #725439 Report a problem
12/22/2025	Listing removed	$500,000$187/sqft
Source: DMMLS #725439 Report a problem
11/14/2025	Price change	$500,000-4.8%$187/sqft
Source: DMMLS #725439 Report a problem
9/4/2025	Listed for sale	$525,000+1.9%$197/sqft
Source: DMMLS #725439 Report a problem
3/28/2024	Listing removed	--
Source: DMMLS #688875 Report a problem
2/15/2024	Listed for sale	$515,000+87.8%$193/sqft
Source: DMMLS #688875 Report a problem
9/11/2015	Sold	$274,300-3.8%$103/sqft
Source: DMMLS #500062 Report a problem
7/25/2015	Price change	$285,000+1.8%$107/sqft
Source: RE/MAX REAL ESTATE GROUP #500062 Report a problem
6/26/2015	Price change	$280,000-3.4%$105/sqft
Source: Owner Report a problem
6/12/2015	Price change	$290,000-3.3%$109/sqft
Source: Owner Report a problem
5/7/2015	Price change	$299,900-3.2%$112/sqft
Source: Owner Report a problem
4/22/2015	Listed for sale	$309,900+103.9%$116/sqft
Source: Owner Report a problem
9/15/1999	Sold	$152,000$57/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$7,380 +2.2%	$418,400 +8.3%
2024	$7,224 -0.5%	$386,300
2023	$7,262 +0.8%	$386,300 +20.6%
2022	$7,204 +4.7%	$320,400
2021	$6,880 -3.6%	$320,400 +11.4%
2020	$7,140 +5.7%	$287,600
2019	$6,758 +1.1%	$287,600 +9.3%
2018	$6,682	$263,200
2017	$6,682 +10.2%	$263,200 +10.2%
2016	$6,066	$238,900
2015	$6,066 +9.5%	$238,900 +6.1%
2014	$5,538	$225,200
2013	--	$225,200 -0.6%
2012	--	$226,500
2011	--	$226,500 -6.9%
2010	--	$243,400
2009	--	$243,400 +4.2%
2008	--	$233,700
2007	--	$233,700 +7%
2006	--	$218,500
2005	--	$218,500 +16.2%
2003	--	$188,030 +19.9%
2002	--	$156,810
2001	--	$156,810

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