720 NE 42nd St, Ankeny, IA 50021
What's special
Step inside this exceptional 2-story home, where style meets functionality, featuring 5 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms. The main level greets you with rustic sliding doors that make this space both elegant and unique. The bright and spacious kitchen is a chef's dream, complete with sleek granite countertops, crisp white cabinetry, and a large center island perfect for meal prep or entertaining. Modern pendant lighting and stainless steel appliances make this space as functional as it is beautiful. Gather in the living room around the stunning stone fireplace, the perfect spot for cozy evenings at home. Outside, the large deck with stairs provides a seamless flow to the backyard, ideal for outdoor dining, relaxing, or entertaining guests. The finished walkout basement offers additional living space, perfect for hosting or creating a comfortable retreat. With endless possibilities, this home is designed for both relaxation and making lasting memories.
- 124 days |
- 1,970 |
- 160 |
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSTravel times
Family Room
Kitchen
Primary Bedroom
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Danielle Seifert (515)208-4220,
RE/MAX Concepts
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl
- Basement: Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,589
- Total interior livable area: 2,589 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 1,100
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Three Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Storage
Lot
- Size: 0.26 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 18100553070146
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 2005
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Ankeny
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $203/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $505,400
- Annual tax amount: $8,256
- Date on market: 6/1/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 125 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/3/2026 | Listed for rent | $3,250+1.6%$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
| 8/10/2026 | Price change | $524,900-0.9%$203/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #742024 | ||
| 7/24/2026 | Price change | $529,900-0.9%$205/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #742024 | ||
| 7/10/2026 | Price change | $534,900-0.8%$207/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #742024 | ||
| 6/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $539,000-2%$208/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #742024 | ||
| 9/14/2024 | Listing removed | $3,200$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
| 9/7/2024 | Listed for sale | $550,000+114.8%$212/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #703437 | ||
| 8/29/2024 | Listed for rent | $3,200$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
| 8/21/2024 | Sold | $256,000-11.7%$99/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
| 11/21/2012 | Sold | $289,900$112/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #401878 | ||
| 6/5/2012 | Listing removed | $289,900$112/sqft |
Source: Homepath #401878 | ||
| 5/31/2012 | Price change | $289,900-14.6%$112/sqft |
Source: Homepath #401878 | ||
| 5/25/2012 | Listed for sale | -- |
Source: Homepath | ||
| 4/5/2007 | Sold | $339,500+343.8%$131/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
| 8/22/2005 | Sold | $76,500$30/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,888 +2.1% | $505,400 +9% |
| 2024 | $7,726 -3.6% | $463,600 |
| 2023 | $8,014 +1.1% | $463,600 +17.2% |
| 2022 | $7,928 -1.5% | $395,500 |
| 2021 | $8,050 +1.3% | $395,500 +4.4% |
| 2020 | $7,946 +3.4% | $378,900 |
| 2019 | $7,686 +0.3% | $378,900 +8.3% |
| 2018 | $7,666 | $349,800 |
| 2017 | $7,666 +2.5% | $349,800 +8.5% |
| 2016 | $7,478 | $322,300 |
| 2015 | $7,478 +5% | $322,300 +5% |
| 2014 | $7,120 | $307,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $307,000 +0.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $306,300 |
| 2011 | -- | $306,300 -5.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $322,700 |
| 2009 | -- | $322,700 -3.1% |
| 2008 | -- | $332,900 +46.1% |
| 2007 | -- | $227,900 +9.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $208,200 +130025% |
| 2005 | -- | $160 |
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Monthly payment
Estimated market value
$518,300
$492,000 - $544,000
$2,909/mo
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