This beautifully home offers 2 bedrooms, and 2 non-conforming rooms giving you flexible living space
throughout. Nearly every corner of the home has been updated, blending the charm of an older home with
modern finishes. The main floor features a bright living room with new flooring, fresh paint, and a
statement accent wall. The kitchen has been improved with new tile floors, refinished cabinetry, and a
custom butcher-block addition for extra workspace and storage. The bathroom also received thoughtful
updates, including new wall treatments and lighting. Exterior improvements include a completely
repainted exterior, updated trim, refreshed front porch, and overall improved curb appeal that makes
the home feel brand new. Sitting on a 5,000 sq ft lot this property is conveniently located near
schools, parks, shopping, and major commuter routes. This home is move-in ready and offers incredible
value with all the recent upgrades.
For sale
$164,900
1236 Stewart St, Des Moines, IA 50316
2beds
768sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1916
5,009.4 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$215/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Improved curb appealNew flooringFresh paintRefreshed front porchRefinished cabinetryStatement accent wall
- 34 days |
- 1,479 |
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 14, 2025 at 10:01pm
Listed by:
Biscanin, Nela (603)800-7008,
Realty ONE Group Impact
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 730677
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 768
- Total interior livable area: 768 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Fencing: Chain Link
Lot
- Size: 5,009.4 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 40 x 125
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 11005079000000
- Zoning: MX1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1916
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: $215/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $66,100
- Annual tax amount: $1,440
- Date on market: 11/19/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 31 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/19/2025 | Listed for sale | $164,900+88.5%$215/sqft |
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| 10/10/2025 | Sold | $87,500-12.4%$114/sqft |
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| 9/17/2025 | Pending sale | $99,900$130/sqft |
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| 9/9/2025 | Price change | $99,900-7.5%$130/sqft |
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| 8/27/2025 | Price change | $108,000-6.1%$141/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,300 +9.2% | $66,100 |
| 2023 | $1,190 +0.7% | $66,100 +30.9% |
| 2022 | $1,182 -8.2% | $50,500 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$918/mo
Principal & interest
$639
Property taxes
$221
Home insurance
$58
Climate risks
Neighborhood: M.L. King Jr. Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Garton Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.6 mi
- 1/10Hiatt Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 2/10East High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 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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