Opportunity knocks with this bungalow bursting with potential! Featuring a classic stucco exterior and solid masonry foundation, this 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home is ready for someone with vision and a little elbow grease. Located near the Merle Hay Mall area with quick access to I-235, it’s a prime spot for convenience and future value. Whether you're an investor or looking to renovate your dream starter home, this is your chance to bring new life to a great location. Roll up your sleeves and make it your own!
Sold for $60,000 on 09/05/25
$60,000
1222 56th St, Des Moines, IA 50311
2beds
720sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
6,621.12 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$83/sqft
$1,243 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: September 08, 2025 at 09:22am
Listed by:
Karla Alaniz (515)897-9027,
Keller Williams Realty GDM,
Junior Ibarra 515-497-8133,
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Bought with:
Sandra Estrada
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 723249
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Features
- Dining Area
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 720
- Total interior livable area: 720 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 200
Property
Lot
- Size: 6,621 sqft
- Dimensions: 50 x 132
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 100/11807000000
- Zoning: N3B
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: See Remarks
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash
- Road surface type: Concrete