This charming bungalow is ready to welcome its next owners! Step into a spacious, light-filled living room that sets the tone for easy, comfortable living. The main level offers two bedrooms and a full bath, along with a cozy kitchen featuring ample counter space for everyday cooking. Downstairs, the partially finished basement provides great potential with a bonus bedroom and ¾ bath—just waiting for a few finishing touches to truly make it your own. Outside, you’ll love the large two-car garage and the peaceful setting on a quiet dead-end street. Conveniently located near Drake, this is the perfect opportunity to add your personal style and make this home your own.
Pending
$140,000
1917 27th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
3beds
696sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1949
6,316.2 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$201/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Large two-car garageTwo bedrooms
- 36 days |
- 66 |
- 1 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: January 28, 2026 at 05:05am
Listed by:
Ellen Fitzpatrick (515)710-8708,
Ellen Fitzpatrick Real Estate
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 732387
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
Features
- Dining Area
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
- Basement: Egress Windows,Finished,Partially Finished,Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 696
- Total interior livable area: 696 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 450
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck
Lot
- Size: 6,316.2 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 52 x 120
Details
- Parcel number: 08000050000000
- Zoning: Res
- Special conditions: Real Estate Owned
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1949
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: $201/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $146,300
- Annual tax amount: $2,937
- Date on market: 1/6/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 57 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,See Remarks
Foreclosure details
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/13/2025 | Sold | $126,750-28%$182/sqft |
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| 4/8/2025 | Price change | $176,000+13.6%$253/sqft |
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| 1/15/2025 | Pending sale | $154,900$223/sqft |
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| 1/6/2025 | Listed for sale | $154,900$223/sqft |
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| 10/21/2024 | Pending sale | $154,900$223/sqft |
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| 9/13/2024 | Price change | $154,900-6.1%$223/sqft |
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| 9/3/2024 | Listed for sale | $164,900$237/sqft |
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| 8/22/2024 | Pending sale | $164,900$237/sqft |
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| 7/25/2024 | Price change | $164,900-8.3%$237/sqft |
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| 7/10/2024 | Price change | $179,900-5.3%$258/sqft |
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| 3/22/2024 | Listed for sale | $189,900+3.8%$273/sqft |
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| 8/5/2022 | Sold | $183,000$263/sqft |
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| 6/9/2022 | Pending sale | $183,000$263/sqft |
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| 5/18/2022 | Price change | $183,000-2.1%$263/sqft |
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| 5/9/2022 | Price change | $187,000-2.1%$269/sqft |
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| 5/4/2022 | Price change | $191,000-2.1%$274/sqft |
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| 4/29/2022 | Listed for sale | $195,000+117.9%$280/sqft |
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| 4/11/2014 | Sold | $89,500+148.6%$129/sqft |
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| 6/28/2013 | Sold | $36,000$52/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,878 +2% | $146,300 |
| 2023 | $2,822 +0.8% | $146,300 +22.2% |
| 2022 | $2,800 +5.3% | $119,700 |
| 2021 | $2,658 -3.8% | $119,700 +12.4% |
| 2020 | $2,762 +7.1% | $106,500 |
| 2019 | $2,580 +11.1% | $106,500 +10.9% |
| 2018 | $2,322 | $96,000 |
| 2017 | $2,322 -0.3% | $96,000 -1.1% |
| 2016 | $2,328 | $97,100 |
| 2015 | $2,328 +27% | $97,100 +23.9% |
| 2014 | $1,833 | $78,400 |
| 2013 | -- | $78,400 -0.8% |
| 2012 | -- | $79,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $79,000 -3.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $81,700 |
| 2009 | -- | $81,700 |
| 2008 | -- | $81,700 |
| 2007 | -- | $81,700 +8.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $75,300 |
| 2005 | -- | $75,300 +11% |
| 2003 | -- | $67,810 +29.1% |
| 2002 | -- | $52,530 |
| 2001 | -- | $52,530 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$898/mo
Principal & interest
$722
Property taxes
$176
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Drake
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Monroe Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 3/10Meredith Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.3 mi
- 2/10Hoover High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.3 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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