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117 E Center St, Des Moines, IA, 50309

$734,999

Home List Price

$8,728*

Closing Credit

3 Bedrooms
2 Full Baths, 1 Partial
2,432 SqFt
$302/SqFt
Condo

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117 E Center St, Des Moines$734,999

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Property Highlights

Home TypeCondominium
ParkingAttached, Garage, Two Car Garage
Attached Garage2 spaces
Year Built2016
HeatingNatural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
FireplaceGas Log
MLS #709410
Lot Size0.03 Acres
StatusActive

About 117 E Center St

Say goodbye to cookie cutter and HELLO to this one-of-a-kind downtown townhome currently on an 8.5 year tax abatement!! Nestled in the East Village, this spacious property offers not only the views of the skyline and Des Moines River, but convenience to entertainment, dining and shopping. Enter from the park-side and you'll be amazed at the attention to detail and custom craftsmanship throughout. On your main level, you have an open concept living space, with gas fireplace, ample space for dining and a stunning chef's kitchen - complete with a pantry and partial bath. The second level offers a gorgeous master suite, two more expansive bedrooms, a non-conforming flex space, laundry and two more bathrooms. Yes, there's more! The third level is equipped with a wet bar and gorgeous lounge space. Whether relaxing or hosting a social gathering, you'll be able to peacefully enjoy the rooftop patio with dining space, saltwater hot tub, and rooftop garden with custom built planters throughout (on a professionally installed watering system). Let's not forget about the 2.5 car heated garage. Schedule your showing today!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Modern, Three Story
  • Year Built: 2016
  • Stories: 3
  • Living Area: 2,432 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: RE/MAX Concepts
  • Office Phone: (515) 313-8603
  • Listing Agent: Taylor Olson

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Wine Cooler, Washer
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Laminate
  • Interior: Wet Bar, Dining Area, Cable TV, Window Treatments
  • Fireplace: Gas Log

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Exterior: Deck, Hot Tub/Spa, Sprinkler/Irrigation

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 0.03 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: South on 3rd St from I-235, east on Grand Ave (over Des Moines River), left/north on Robert D. Ray Dr (past Brenton Skating Plaza), right/east onto E Center St, home is on the right.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $734,999
  • Price Per SqFt: $302/SqFt

HOA Fees:

  • Amount: $240
  • Frequency: Monthly

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $14,608
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Housing Market Comparison

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Des Moines, IA

City

Med. Sold Price

$215K

Med. Price/SqFt

$190

Avg. Days On Market

36

# of Sold Homes

205

117 E Center St vs Des Moines

4 DAYS ON ROCKET

-32 Days

$734,999

+$519.9K More

$302/SqFt

+$112 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $519.9K more than the Median Sold Price and $112/SqFt more than other homes in Des Moines, IA.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • MLS Number: #709410

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: RE/MAX Concepts
  • Office Phone: (515) 313-8603
  • Listing Agent: Taylor Olson

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Oct 29, 2018Home Sold
$574,338

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$14,608$604,200
2020$14,608$563,500
2019$1,436$563,500
2018$1,436$170,600
2017$558$54,000

History based on county public records data.

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$3,976

Per Month

Recommended Financing

30-Year Fixed

Rate/APR

7.5% / 6.68%

Total Monthly Payment

$2,270

Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Nearby Schools

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1
/10

  • Carver Elementary School

  • 705 E University Ave

  • 0.53 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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3
/10

  • Walnut Street Elementary School

  • 901 Walnut St

  • 0.80 miles

  • Public District Grades EE-5

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1
/10

  • Edmunds Elementary School

  • 950 15th St

  • 1.16 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $23,458. The majority of Des Moines, IA residents have income less than $35k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 117 E Center St

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 117 E Center St property is $734,999.

What type of property is this?

The property 117 E Center St is a condo located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50309.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 117 E Center St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $14,608 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on October 29, 2018 for $574,338. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 117 E Center St has 3 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 117 E Center St is 2,432 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 117 E Center St is 2016.

Rocket Homes›Iowa›Polk County›Des Moines›50309›117 E Center St

This home is located at 117 E Center St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50309 in the Historic East Village neighborhood. This 2,432 square foot home, which was built in 2016, sits on a 0.03 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since December 29, 2024 and is currently priced at $734,999.

In December 2024, from all listings sold in Des Moines, IA there were more than 35 sold above asking price, over 120 sold below and more than 50 were sold right at the asked price. The number of listings in Des Moines, IA decreased by 10.9% between November 2024 and December 2024. In December 2024, listings were on the market for 36 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $215,000.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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