Welcome home to 724 54th Street, a timeless brick beauty nestled on a quiet, tree-lined street in the heart of historic Waterbury. There's something truly special about this beloved neighborhood, where mature trees, classic architecture, and charming streets create a sense of place that's hard to find. Step inside and fall in love with the stunning staircase, rich hardwood floors, and the unforgettable character of the 1920s, including coved ceilings, graceful archways, and gorgeous built-in bookcases. The show stopping living room fireplace anchors a space filled with warmth and natural light. Upstairs, you'll find four spacious bedrooms and beautifully preserved tiled bathrooms full of vintage charm. The finished lower level offers additional living space, laundry, and an extra shower for added convenience. Outside, enjoy peaceful summer evenings beneath the canopy of mature trees in the private backyard. This is more than a home — it's an opportunity to own a piece of Waterbury history.
For sale
Price cut: $10K (6/26)
$670,000
724 54th St, Des Moines, IA 50312
4beds
2,312sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1927
0.29 Acres Lot
$641,900 Zestimate®
$290/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Gorgeous built-in bookcasesCharming streetsMature treesCoved ceilingsRich hardwood floorsTimeless brick beautyFour spacious bedrooms
- 14 days |
- 2,453 |
- 223 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Micole Van Walbeek (515)333-8292,
RE/MAX Concepts
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 743304
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas, Radiant
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
Features
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,312
- Total interior livable area: 2,312 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 0.29 Acres
- Dimensions: 75 x 166
Details
- Parcel number: 09001501000000
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1927
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: $290/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $601,100
- Annual tax amount: $330
- Date on market: 6/17/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 14 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
$641,900
$610,000 - $674,000
$3,135/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/26/2026 | Price change | $670,000-1.5%$290/sqft |
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| 6/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $680,000+51.4%$294/sqft |
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| 8/9/2018 | Sold | $449,000$194/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,822 +2.1% | $601,100 +9.4% |
| 2024 | $10,600 +2.6% | $549,300 |
| 2023 | $10,332 +0.8% | $549,300 +22.8% |
| 2022 | $10,252 +6.2% | $447,300 |
| 2021 | $9,658 -3.7% | $447,300 +13.1% |
| 2020 | $10,028 +21.4% | $395,600 |
| 2019 | $8,260 +1.1% | $395,600 +25.2% |
| 2018 | $8,172 | $315,900 |
| 2017 | $8,172 +13.4% | $315,900 +11.9% |
| 2016 | $7,206 | $282,200 |
| 2015 | $7,206 +8.6% | $282,200 +5.3% |
| 2014 | $6,636 | $268,100 |
| 2013 | -- | $268,100 -0.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $269,700 |
| 2011 | -- | $269,700 -8.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $295,100 |
| 2009 | -- | $295,100 -6.3% |
| 2008 | -- | $314,900 |
| 2007 | -- | $314,900 +15.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $272,700 |
| 2005 | -- | $272,700 +15.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $236,620 +4.1% |
| 2002 | -- | $227,280 |
| 2001 | -- | $227,280 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Waterbury
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Hanawalt Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 5/10Merrill Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 4/10Roosevelt High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Des Moines Independent
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- Iowa
- Polk County
- Des Moines
- 50312
- Waterbury
- 724 54th St





