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  • Price cut: $15K (8/12)
    $75,000

    1222 56th St, Des Moines, IA 50311

    2beds
    720sqft
    : 
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1925
    6,621.12 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $104/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Classic stucco exteriorSolid masonry foundation
    Opportunity knocks with this bungalow bursting with potential! Featuring a classic stucco exterior and solid masonry foundation, this 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home is ready for someone with vision and a little elbow grease. Located near the Merle Hay Mall area with quick access to I-235, it’s a prime spot for convenience and future value. Whether you're an investor or looking to renovate your dream starter home, this is your chance to bring new life to a great location. Roll up your sleeves and make it your own!
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    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: August 12, 2025 at 12:13pm

    Listed by:

    Karla Alaniz (515)897-9027,

    Keller Williams Realty GDM,

    Junior Ibarra 515-497-8133,

    Keller Williams Realty GDM

    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 723249MLS LogoOriginating 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
    • None
    Features
    • Dining Area
    • Basement: Unfinished
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 720
    • Total interior livable area: 720 sqft
    • Finished area below ground: 200

    Property

    Lot
    • Size: 6,621.12 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 50 x 132
    • Features: Rectangular Lot
    Details
    • Parcel number: 100/11807000000
    • Zoning: N3B

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Bungalow
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Stucco
    • Foundation: See Remarks
    • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 1925

    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: $104/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $48,100
    • Annual tax amount: $1,030
    • Date on market: 7/29/2025
    • Listing terms: Cash
    • Road surface type: Concrete
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