Stop by and check out all the potential in this almost 1700 square foot two-story Victorian home in the Historic Sherman Hill neighborhood. A new roof was installed in 2024 and there have been some recent electrical upgrades. Most of the original woodwork is intact and you can see hardwood floors under the carpet. Natural light streams in from the many large windows and the tall ceilings add to the character of this historic Victorian home. Contact your agent and set a time to see what this home has to offer.
Pending
$149,900
735 20th St, Des Moines, IA 50314
4beds
1,677sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1885
5,009 Square Feet Lot
$148,700 Zestimate®
$89/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Original woodwork is intact
- 17 days |
- 183 |
- 14 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
York Taenzer (515)321-1873,
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 746085
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
- Basement: Partial,Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,677
- Total interior livable area: 1,677 sqft
Property
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck
- Exterior features: Deck
Lot
- Size: 5,009 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 40 x 125
Details
- Parcel number: 03000481000000
- Zoning: Res
- Special conditions: Real Estate Owned
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story,Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Asbestos
- Foundation: Block, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1885
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: $89/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $223,600
- Annual tax amount: $4,506
- Date on market: 7/27/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 25 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete
Foreclosure details
Estimated market value
$148,700
$141,000 - $156,000
$1,877/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/4/2026 | Pending sale | $149,900$89/sqft |
Source:  Iowa Realty #746085 Report a problem | ||
| 7/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $149,900+10.8%$89/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty #746085 Report a problem | ||
| 12/6/2023 | Sold | $135,265-9.2%$81/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #683788 Report a problem | ||
| 11/3/2023 | Pending sale | $149,000$89/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #683788 Report a problem | ||
| 10/24/2023 | Price change | $149,000-6.3%$89/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #683788 Report a problem | ||
| 10/17/2023 | Listed for sale | $159,000+132.1%$95/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #683788 Report a problem | ||
| 3/18/2013 | Sold | $68,500$41/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,851 +19.4% | $223,600 +12.1% |
| 2024 | $4,064 +6.4% | $199,500 |
| 2023 | $3,820 +0.8% | $199,500 +27.4% |
| 2022 | $3,790 +4.4% | $156,600 |
| 2021 | $3,632 -3.6% | $156,600 +11.2% |
| 2020 | $3,766 +5.8% | $140,800 |
| 2019 | $3,558 +1.1% | $140,800 +9.7% |
| 2018 | $3,520 | $128,300 |
| 2017 | $3,520 +10% | $128,300 +9% |
| 2016 | $3,200 | $117,700 |
| 2015 | $3,200 +6.5% | $117,700 +3.4% |
| 2014 | $3,006 | $113,800 |
| 2013 | -- | $113,800 +0.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $113,600 |
| 2011 | -- | $113,600 -3.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $117,400 |
| 2009 | -- | $117,400 +11% |
| 2008 | -- | $105,800 |
| 2007 | -- | $105,800 +35.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $78,100 |
| 2005 | -- | $78,100 +20% |
| 2003 | -- | $65,060 +12.1% |
| 2002 | -- | $58,050 |
| 2001 | -- | $58,050 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Sherman Hill
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Edmunds Fine Arts AcademyGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 2/10Callanan Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 5/10Roosevelt High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.9 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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