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853 E 2nd St, Des Moines, IA, 50309

$565,000

Home List Price

$6,709*

Closing Credit

3 Bedrooms
1 Full Bath, 1 Partial
2,218 SqFt
$255/SqFt
Condo

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853 E 2nd St, Des Moines$565,000

Buyer Closing Credits

$6,709*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeCondominium
ParkingAttached, Garage, Two Car Garage
Attached Garage2 spaces
Year Built2019
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
MLS #709001
Lot Size0.03 Acres
StatusActive

About 853 E 2nd St

Dogs? Kids? Nature lover? THIS is the home for you! ONLY garden townhome in downtown with this amazing orientation/location. Step outside and be greeted with a spacious green space/park ... and no streets. None. No car lights, no car doors, no street sounds; just private, peaceful quietness. Amazing lil location oasis, yet steps to buzzing life in the East Village with coffee, shops + entertainment . The absolute best of both worlds! Inside you'll notice the most perfect SE exposure. A gentle angle of the building + somehow the architects developed a home capturing the best of every day. Get your internal clock rocking, rising with the sun here. Vitamin D for the win! Floorplan has lofty ceilings, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, an office + a flex space. So much room! Rooftop patio has a pergola/shaded area with long delightful views of the green space or enjoy the full sundeck, perfect for taking in sunsets + city lights. Tax abatement through 2032, oversized garage. Homeowner purchased before prices skyrocketed downtown and he is willing to pass the savings along to you: $565K is just $254 a sq ft. A one of a kind investment opportunity to start your new life in the great city of Des Moines.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Modern, Two Story
  • Year Built: 2019
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 2,218 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
  • Office Phone: (515) 203-6108
  • Listing Agent: Darla Willett-Rohrssen

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Wine Cooler, Washer
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Tile
  • Interior: Wet Bar, Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen, Cable TV, Window Treatments

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

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

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Exterior: Deck

Parking Information:

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

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Rectangular Lot
  • Lot Size: 0.03 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

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

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: I-235 to E 6th, right/west on Des Moines Street, right/north on E 4th (just north of Zombie Burger). Park along E 4th (E Center is a private street for owners), walk west through neighborhood park & home is at the end of sidewalk.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $565,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $255/SqFt

HOA Fees:

  • Amount: $240
  • Frequency: Monthly

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $512
  • 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

34

# of Sold Homes

205

853 E 2nd St vs Des Moines

4 DAYS ON ROCKET

-30 Days

$565,000

+$350K More

$255/SqFt

+$64 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $350K more than the Median Sold Price and $64/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: #709001

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
  • Office Phone: (515) 203-6108
  • Listing Agent: Darla Willett-Rohrssen

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Sep 03, 2020Home Sold
$535,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$512$537,800
2020$512$202,300
2019 - $19,730

History based on county public records data.

Payment Calculator

$3,127

Per Month

Recommended Financing

30-Year Fixed

Rate/APR

7.5% / 6.68%

Total Monthly Payment

$1,760

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

  • 0.41 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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3
/10

  • Walnut Street Elementary School

  • 901 Walnut St

  • 0.92 miles

  • Public District Grades EE-5

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1
/10

  • Capitol View Elementary School

  • 320 E 16th St

  • 1.12 miles

  • Public District Grades EE-5

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

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

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Frequently Asked Questions About 853 E 2nd St

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 853 E 2nd St property is $565,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 853 E 2nd St is a condo located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50309.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 853 E 2nd 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 $512 (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 3, 2020 for $535,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 853 E 2nd St has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 853 E 2nd St is 2,218 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 853 E 2nd St is 2019.

Rocket Homes›Iowa›Polk County›Des Moines›50309›853 E 2nd St

This home is located at 853 E 2nd St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50309 in the Historic East Village neighborhood. This 2,218 square foot home, which was built in 2019, sits on a 0.03 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since December 13, 2024 and is currently priced at $565,000.

Over 34 listings were sold over their listed price in November 2024 in Des Moines, IA. In the same period over 122 listings were sold below the listed price and 49 listings were sold for the listed price. The inventory of homes for sale in Des Moines, IA between October 2024 and November 2024 decreased by 5.2%. In November 2024, listings were on the market for 34 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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