This well-maintained brick duplex is a prime investment opportunity in the heart of Des Moines. Located in the Des Moines Independent school district with quick access to shopping, dining, and major commuter routes, the property has a strong rental history with low vacancy and solid cash-on-cash returns. Each unit offers 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, a spacious living area, and a functional kitchen with clean, simple finishes. The exterior features low-maintenance brick and modest landscaping, along with a full basement for storage. Tenants enjoy comfortable living with well-kept interiors, and the property's central location makes it highly desirable for renters. Fully occupied and carefully maintained, this duplex is a reliable income producer and a smart addition to any rental portfolio.
For sale
$240,000
1613 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA 50316
--beds
0baths
1,408sqft
Est.:
Duplex, Multi Family
Built in 1986
-- sqft lot
$226,100 Zestimate®
$170/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Low-maintenance brickBrick duplexClean simple finishesWell-kept interiorsModest landscapingFunctional kitchen
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Listing updated: August 18, 2025 at 12:12pm
Listed by:
Betts Team,
RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CENTER
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 68237

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,408
- Total interior livable area: 1,408 sqft
Property
Features
- Levels: One
Lot
- Size: 0.26 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 782402134008
- Zoning: Rx1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: Duplex, Multi Family
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- Year built: 1986
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $170/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $187,100
- Annual tax amount: $3,531
- Date on market: 8/18/2025
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