For sale

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$205,900

2207 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50310

2beds

820sqft

$1,522/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1925

7,013 Square Feet Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$251/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Private outdoor retreatUpdated bathroomNew privacy fence

Timeless charm meets modern refinement in this beautifully refreshed Des Moines home. Fresh paint, an updated bathroom, and a new privacy fence create a polished, move-in-ready feel while preserving the home's inviting character. Enjoy a private outdoor retreat and an exceptional location just minutes from dining, shopping, parks, entertainment, and the best of Des Moines. Stylish, comfortable, and effortlessly welcoming - this is a home you'll be proud to call your own.

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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

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer

Features

Separate/Formal Dining Room
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate
Basement: Unfinished

Interior area

Total structure area: 820
Total interior livable area: 820 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 1
Parking features: Garage
Garage spaces: 1

Features

Stories: 1
Fencing: Wood

Lot

Size: 7,013 Square Feet
Dimensions: 50 x 140
Features: Rectangular Lot

Details

Parcel number: 10001372000000
Zoning: N4

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Craftsman,Ranch
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Foundation: Brick/Mortar
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: $251/sqft
Tax assessed value: $175,400
Annual tax amount: $3,306
Date on market: 9/8/2026
Cumulative days on market: 3 days
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Road surface type: Concrete

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

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Price history

Date	Event	Price
9/8/2026	Listed for sale	$205,900+15.7%$251/sqft
Source: DMMLS #748871 Report a problem
12/12/2022	Sold	$178,000-2.5%$217/sqft
Source: DMMLS #661215 Report a problem
10/31/2022	Pending sale	$182,500$223/sqft
Source: DMMLS #661215 Report a problem
10/21/2022	Price change	$182,500-1.4%$223/sqft
Source: DMMLS #661215 Report a problem
9/30/2022	Listed for sale	$185,000+30.3%$226/sqft
Source: DMMLS #661215 Report a problem
1/11/2018	Sold	$142,000+1.4%$173/sqft
Source: DMMLS #552030 Report a problem
12/13/2017	Pending sale	$140,000$171/sqft
Source: RE/MAX Concepts #552030 Report a problem
12/7/2017	Listed for sale	$140,000+22.3%$171/sqft
Source: RE/MAX Concepts #552030 Report a problem
10/27/2009	Sold	$114,500+189.9%$140/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
2/23/2009	Sold	$39,500-53.5%$48/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
4/22/2008	Listing removed	$85,000$104/sqft
Source: Listhub #317791 Report a problem
1/9/2008	Listed for sale	$85,000$104/sqft
Source: Listhub #317791 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$3,168 +2.1%	$175,400 +11.2%
2024	$3,104 -2.5%	$157,800
2023	$3,182 +0.8%	$157,800 +16.9%
2022	$3,158 +3.3%	$135,000
2021	$3,056 -3.8%	$135,000 +10.2%
2020	$3,176 +23.2%	$122,500
2019	$2,578 +11.1%	$122,500 +27.7%
2018	$2,320	$95,900
2017	$2,320 +16.8%	$95,900 +14%
2016	$1,986	$84,100
2015	$1,986 +14.3%	$84,100 +9.5%
2014	$1,738	$76,800
2013	--	$76,800 -5.9%
2012	--	$81,600
2011	--	$81,600 -13.1%
2010	--	$93,900 +2.4%
2009	--	$91,700 +4.4%
2008	--	$87,800
2007	--	$87,800 +7.3%
2006	--	$81,800
2005	--	$81,800 +13%
2003	--	$72,420 +12.1%
2002	--	$64,610
2001	--	$64,610