For sale

$275,000

4131 55th St, Des Moines, IA 50310

5beds

2,643sqft

Est.:

Duplex, Multi Family, Multi Family

Built in 1947

-- sqft lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$104/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Off-street parkingNewer roof

Turnkey duplex offering strong cash from from day one! Unit A features 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath, while unit B offers 4 bedrooms and 2 baths - ideal for maximizing rental income. Both units are spacious and well-maintained, making this a perfect addition to any investor's portfolio. Recent updates include a newer roof and siding, reducing future maintenance costs. Tenants enjoy off-street parking and a 2-car garage for added convenience. Whether you're looking to house hack or expand your rental holdings, this property delivers reliable income and long-term potential. Don't miss this opportunity to own a high-performing asset!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 3
Full bathrooms: 3

Heating

Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas

Cooling

Window Unit(s)

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove

Features

Basement: Partial

Interior area

Total structure area: 2,643
Total interior livable area: 2,643 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
Attached garage spaces: 2

Lot

Size: 8,407.08 Square Feet
Dimensions: 60 x 140

Details

Parcel number: 10000594000000
Zoning: N3A

Construction

Type & style

Home type: MultiFamily
Architectural style: Duplex
Property subtype: Duplex, Multi Family, Multi Family

Materials

Vinyl Siding
Foundation: Block
Roof: Asphalt,Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1947

Utilities & green energy

Water: Public
Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Water Available

Community & HOA

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Des Moines

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $104/sqft
Tax assessed value: $229,500
Annual tax amount: $4,514
Date on market: 1/7/2026
Cumulative days on market: 226 days
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
Tenant pays: Electricity, Gas, Insurance
Electric utility on property: Yes
Road surface type: Concrete

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
1/7/2026	Listed for sale	$275,000$104/sqft
Source: DMMLS #732386 Report a problem
1/6/2026	Listing removed	$275,000$104/sqft
Source: DMMLS #721599 Report a problem
1/5/2026	Listed for sale	$275,000$104/sqft
Source: DMMLS #721599 Report a problem
12/29/2025	Pending sale	$275,000$104/sqft
Source: DMMLS #721599 Report a problem
11/27/2025	Listing removed	$1,000
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
10/9/2025	Price change	$1,000-9.1%
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
8/10/2025	Listed for rent	$1,100
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
7/3/2025	Listed for sale	$275,000+7.8%$104/sqft
Source: DMMLS #721599 Report a problem
8/30/2024	Sold	$255,000$96/sqft
Source: DMMLS #700133 Report a problem
8/4/2024	Pending sale	$255,000$96/sqft
Source: DMMLS #700133 Report a problem
7/31/2024	Listed for sale	$255,000+4.1%$96/sqft
Source: DMMLS #700133 Report a problem
11/6/2023	Listing removed	--
Source: DMMLS #678266 Report a problem
8/11/2023	Pending sale	$245,000$93/sqft
Source: DMMLS #678266 Report a problem
7/26/2023	Listed for sale	$245,000+22.5%$93/sqft
Source: DMMLS #678266 Report a problem
6/17/2021	Sold	$200,000+53.8%$76/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
6/21/2018	Sold	$130,000+13%$49/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
4/18/2016	Sold	$115,000$44/sqft
Source: DMMLS #505245 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2024	$4,959 +13.4%	$229,500
2023	$4,374 +0.8%	$229,500 +23.7%
2022	$4,340 -0.5%	$185,600
2021	$4,360 -8.9%	$185,600 +6.2%
2020	$4,788 -1%	$174,700
2019	$4,838 +1%	$174,700 -2.9%
2018	$4,788	$180,000
2017	$4,788 +10.7%	$180,000 +9.7%
2016	$4,324	$164,100
2015	$4,324 +14.8%	$164,100 +11.6%
2014	$3,766	$147,100
2013	--	$147,100 -0.7%
2012	--	$148,200
2011	--	$148,200 -11.2%
2010	--	$166,900
2009	--	$166,900 +7.4%
2008	--	$155,400
2007	--	$155,400 +10.2%
2006	--	$141,000
2005	--	$141,000 +9.4%
2003	--	$128,850 +15%
2002	--	$112,020
2001	--	$112,020