This charming home has been beautifully updated from top to bottom and is ready for you to move right in. Step inside to find fresh interior paint, newer carpet, solid doors, updated cabinetry, and modern appliances. The inviting floor plan features a bright living room with a large picture window that fills the space with morning sunlight and offers views of the mature neighborhood. Two bedrooms, each with generous closet space, are located near the stylishly updated full bath. The heart of the home is the spacious kitchen, featuring abundant cabinetry, sleek black appliances, and attractive laminate wood flooring. The oversized dining area makes entertaining easy and comfortable. Downstairs, you’ll find a newly finished ¾ bath, laundry area, and plenty of space with potential for additional finished living area. Outside, the fully fenced backyard is perfect for pets, and the large two car garage provides ample room for vehicles, tools, and toys, plus an additional 1 car garage. Located close to parks, schools, walking trails, and the bus line for an easy commute to downtown. This home also qualifies for a $10,000 Neighborhood Finance grant, a fantastic opportunity! Don’t wait, call today to schedule your private showing!
Pending
$179,900
2204 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
2beds
876sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1951
6,316.2 Square Feet Lot
$178,800 Zestimate®
$205/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Laundry areaSolid doorsModern appliancesSleek black appliancesGenerous closet spaceAttractive laminate wood flooringNewer carpet
- 25 days
- on Zillow |
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Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 28, 2025 at 06:47am
Listed by:
Josh Gillum (515)633-7960,
Gillum Group Real Estate LLC
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 722518
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen, Cable TV, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
- Basement: Partially Finished,Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 876
- Total interior livable area: 876 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 100
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 3
Features
- Fencing: Chain Link
Lot
- Size: 6,316.2 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 126
Details
- Parcel number: 06008152001002
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1951
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: $205/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $132,200
- Annual tax amount: $2,581
- Date on market: 7/17/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
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