Welcome to 1761 Des Moines Street – a fully updated 2 bed, 1 bath bungalow just minutes from the heart of the East Village and downtown Des Moines. This home was completely renovated in 2023 with new windows, siding, doors, flooring, A/C, and more, offering all the modern comforts without the price tag of new construction. In 2024, the property was further upgraded with brand-new ductwork. Inside, the layout is bright, functional, and efficient—ideal for both first-time buyers and investors seeking a clean, turnkey property. Located in the Capitol East neighborhood, you’re under 10 minutes to local coffee shops, restaurants, parks, and the vibrant energy of the East Village. Perfect for homeowners who want modern upgrades close to the action—or investors looking for a low-maintenance asset.
For sale
$160,000
1761 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA 50316
2beds
875sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1904
9,016.92 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$183/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Modern upgradesNew windows
- 8 days
- on Zillow |
- 387 |
- 30 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 22, 2025 at 11:17am
Listed by:
Darson Grantham (641)745-0156,
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 715832
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 875
- Total interior livable area: 875 sqft
Property
Features
- Exterior features: Fully Fenced
- Fencing: Wood,Full
Lot
- Size: 9,016.92 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 60 x 150
Details
- Parcel number: 04005695000000
- Zoning: RX1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1904
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: $183/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $74,100
- Annual tax amount: $1,600
- Date on market: 4/18/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
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