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1208 Buchanan St, Des Moines, IA, 50316

$184,000

Home List Price

$2,185*

Closing Credit

3 Bedrooms
2 Full Baths
1,015 SqFt
$181/SqFt
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1208 Buchanan St, Des Moines$184,000

Buyer Closing Credits

$2,185*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeResidential
ParkingDetached, Garage, One Car Garage
Garage1 space
Year Built1916
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
BasementYes
MLS #701330
StatusActive

About 1208 Buchanan St

Charming 3-Bedroom Home in Historic Capital Park: discover the character and charm of this quietly updated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom, 1.5-story home in the heart of old Des Moines' historic Capital Park neighborhood. This home blends modern convenience with classic appeal, featuring new windows, luxury vinyl plank flooring on the main level and new carpeting on the stairs and in the upstairs bedrooms. The updated bathrooms are clean and simple, while the original wood trim throughout the home adds a touch of timeless elegance. Enjoy relaxing on the cozy front porch, perfect for three-season use with its ample windows. The private, fenced backyard offers a peaceful retreat and includes a garage with additional alley access. Conveniently located near the Capitol complex, downtown, the East Village, hospitals, and I-235, this home is ideally situated for easy access to all that Des Moines has to offer.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: One and One Half Story
  • Year Built: 1916
  • Living Area: 1,015 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Redfin Corporation
  • Office Phone: (877) 973-3346
  • Listing Agent: Luanne Myers

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Cooktop, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Interior: Separate/Formal Dining Room, Window Treatments

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Exterior: Fence

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage

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Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Rectangular Lot

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • East High School, Public District Grades 9-12
  • Hiatt Middle School, Public District Grades 6-8
  • Goodrell Middle School, Public District Grades 6-8
  • Cowles Elementary School, Public District Grades PK-8
  • Carver Elementary School, Public District Grades PK-5

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: E. University Ave; South on E 13th; West on Buchanan

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $184,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $181/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $1,774
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Housing Market Comparison

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Des Moines, IA

City

Med. Sold Price

$213.1K

Med. Price/SqFt

$190

Avg. Days On Market

27

# of Sold Homes

242

1208 Buchanan St vs Des Moines

37 DAYS ON ROCKET

+10 Days

$184,000

-$29.1K Less

$181/SqFt

-$9 Less

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $29.1K less than the Median Sold Price and $9/SqFt less 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: #701330

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Redfin Corporation
  • Office Phone: (877) 973-3346
  • Listing Agent: Luanne Myers

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Sep 01, 2021Home Sold
$128,000
Feb 12, 2019Home Sold
$84,500

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$1,774$78,300
2020$1,774$68,400
2019$1,718$68,400
2018$1,718$64,600
2017$1,672$64,600

History based on county public records data.

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$986

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Recommended Financing

30-Year Fixed

Rate/APR

7.5% / 6.68%

Total Monthly Payment

$618

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.

Elementary School

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1
/10

  • Carver Elementary School

  • 705 E University Ave

  • 0.38 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

Middle School

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1
/10

  • Hiatt Middle School

  • 1430 University Ave

  • 1.73 miles

  • Public District Grades 6-8

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1
/10

  • Goodrell Middle School

  • 3300 E 29th St

  • 2.80 miles

  • Public District Grades 6-8

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9
/10

  • Cowles Elementary School

  • 6401 College Ave

  • 5.30 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-8

High School

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2
/10

  • East High School

  • 815 E 13th St

  • 0.19 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $24,718. Typical income of Des Moines, IA residents is less than $35k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 1208 Buchanan St

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 1208 Buchanan St property is $184,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 1208 Buchanan St is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50316.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 1208 Buchanan St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What are the assigned schools for this property?

The assigned schools for 1208 Buchanan St are:
Carver Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 1/10
Hiatt Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 1/10
Goodrell Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 1/10
Cowles Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 9/10
East High School: GreatSchools Rating 2/10

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $1,774 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

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

The last sale was on September 1, 2021 for $128,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 1208 Buchanan St has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 1208 Buchanan St is 1,015 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 1208 Buchanan St is 1916.

Rocket Homes›Iowa›Polk County›Des Moines›50316›1208 Buchanan St

This home is located at 1208 Buchanan St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50316 in the Capitol Park neighborhood. This 1,015 square foot home was built in 1916. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since August 21, 2024 and is currently priced at $184,000.

While more than 55 listings in Des Moines, IA in August 2024 were sold above asking price, there were more than 61 listings sold at asking price, and more than 126 were sold below. The median list price of listings available in August 2024 was $213,114, while the average time on the real estate market was 27 days.

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

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