Welcome home to this charming 3-bedroom, 1.5 bath, 1.5 story residence offer 1,303 square feet of inviting living space in the highly sought after Capital park neighborhood! This delightful home features a spacious front living room and a formal dining area adorned with rich wood accents, beautifully updated flooring, and a stunning built-in wood china cabinet that adds both character and functional storage. The main floor also includes a comfortable bedroom, convenient half bath, and a cozy 3 season porch- perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxation. Upstairs, you'll find two generously sized bedrooms, three large walk-in closets, and a full bath. The lower level offers laundry, a shower stall, and a non-conforming room ideal for storage or a flex space. The roof was replaced in 2022 for added peace of mind. Outside, enjoy a large lot with alley access, an oversized 2 car detached garage, and additional off-street parking for u to 4 more vehicles. Ideally located just minutes from the Neal Smith Trail, Grand View University, I-235, downtown, parks and schools. Whether you're looking for a place to call home or a smart investment opportunity, this property has so much to offer.
Sold for $126,500 on 09/09/25
$126,500
1236 York St, Des Moines, IA 50316
3beds
1,303sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1905
7,971.48 Square Feet Lot
$126,500 Zestimate®
$97/sqft
$1,629 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: September 09, 2025 at 01:35pm
Listed by:
Dayna Foust (515)954-5400,
RE/MAX Concepts
Bought with:
Martinez-Castaneda, Jasmine
RE/MAX Concepts
Tasha Garlick
RE/MAX Concepts
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 720498
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Microwave, Stove, Washer
Features
- Dining Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Vinyl
- Basement: Partially Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,303
- Total interior livable area: 1,303 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 7,971 sqft
- Dimensions: 50 x 159
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 11004496000000
- Zoning: N3C
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: One and One Half Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Metal Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1905
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete