Packed with updates and full of charm, this 3-bedroom home is ready for its next chapter. Step inside to find an updated galley-style kitchen, a dedicated eating area, and a bright, inviting living room featuring low-maintenance LVP flooring.The upper level is home to a private owner's suite with custom built-ins that provide exceptional storage, along with a walk-in closet and convenient half bath. Downstairs, the partially finished basement offers flexible space that can serve as a family room, recreation area, or whatever fits your lifestyle.An oversized 2-car garage provides plenty of room for vehicles and storage, while the fenced backyard adds privacy and space to enjoy the outdoors. You'll also love having Tower Park right across the street, offering easy access to green space, recreation, and outdoor activities. Conveniently located and thoughtfully updated, this home has everything you've been looking for.
For sale
Price cut: $2K (8/4)
$257,990
2214 50th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
3beds
1,114sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1953
7,013 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$232/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Convenient half bathWalk-in closetUpdated galley-style kitchenLow-maintenance lvp flooringDedicated eating area
- 22 days |
- 869 |
- 40 |
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Listed by:
Payton Coyle (515)201-4934,
Century 21 Signature,
Megan Hill Mitchum 515-290-8269,
Century 21 Signature
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 742354
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Dining Area, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Partially Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,114
- Total interior livable area: 1,114 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 200
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Size: 7,013 Square Feet
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 100/08166000000
- Zoning: RES
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: One and One Half Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1953
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: $232/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $249,600
- Annual tax amount: $4,704
- Date on market: 6/4/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 62 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
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Rent Zestimate®
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/4/2026 | Price change | $257,990-0.8%$232/sqft |
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| 7/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $259,990$233/sqft |
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| 7/14/2026 | Pending sale | $259,990$233/sqft |
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| 7/6/2026 | Price change | $259,990-1%$233/sqft |
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| 6/22/2026 | Price change | $262,500-0.9%$236/sqft |
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| 6/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $265,000+12.8%$238/sqft |
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| 8/2/2022 | Sold | $235,000+4.4%$211/sqft |
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| 6/24/2022 | Pending sale | $225,000$202/sqft |
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| 6/23/2022 | Listed for sale | $225,000+23%$202/sqft |
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| 6/26/2020 | Sold | $183,000-2.7%$164/sqft |
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| 5/19/2020 | Pending sale | $188,000$169/sqft |
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| 4/24/2020 | Price change | $188,000-2.1%$169/sqft |
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| 4/18/2020 | Listed for sale | $192,000+36.7%$172/sqft |
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| 6/23/2017 | Sold | $140,500+4.1%$126/sqft |
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| 5/8/2017 | Pending sale | $135,000$121/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Real Estate Concepts #538979 Report a problem | ||
| 5/5/2017 | Listed for sale | $135,000+68.8%$121/sqft |
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| 3/14/2014 | Sold | $80,000-38.9%$72/sqft |
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| 2/28/2014 | Listed for sale | $131,000+40.1%$118/sqft |
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| 11/20/2002 | Sold | $93,500+16.1%$84/sqft |
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| 9/2/1997 | Sold | $80,500$72/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,566 +2.1% | $249,600 +9.8% |
| 2024 | $4,474 +19.8% | $227,400 |
| 2023 | $3,736 +0.8% | $227,400 +35.8% |
| 2022 | $3,706 +5.9% | $167,400 |
| 2021 | $3,498 -3.6% | $167,400 +12.5% |
| 2020 | $3,630 +11.8% | $148,800 |
| 2019 | $3,248 +7.8% | $148,800 +15% |
| 2018 | $3,014 | $129,400 +6.1% |
| 2017 | $3,014 +1.7% | $122,000 +8.4% |
| 2016 | $2,964 | $112,500 |
| 2015 | $2,964 +14.6% | $112,500 +2.4% |
| 2014 | $2,586 | $109,900 |
| 2013 | -- | $109,900 -0.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $110,400 |
| 2011 | -- | $110,400 -5.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $117,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $117,000 +6.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $110,000 |
| 2007 | -- | $110,000 -3.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $114,000 +9.5% |
| 2005 | -- | $104,100 +9.5% |
| 2003 | -- | $95,110 +3.1% |
| 2002 | -- | $92,270 |
| 2001 | -- | $92,270 |
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Neighborhood: Merle Hay
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 1/10Hillis Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 7/10Merrill Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.1 mi
- 5/10Roosevelt High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Des Moines Independent
Source: DMMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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