East Village Loft Living at Soho Lofts! Welcome to the heart of downtown Des Moines in the vibrant and historic East Village! This stylish 732 sq ft two-story “Village Garden” loft offers a perfect blend of modern comfort and urban charm. Soaring 10’ ceilings and expansive windows fill the space with natural light, while hard surface floors flow throughout the open-concept main level—ideal for entertaining. Step out onto your private balcony with a serene view of the landscaped Village Green courtyard. The kitchen boasts generous counter space, ample cabinetry, and a chef’s pantry. Upstairs, you’ll find a spacious primary suite with abundant closet space, a full bath, and in-unit laundry. Additional highlights include secure building access, an elevator, a community area, and pet-friendly living. Garage options available for rent. Water, sewer, trash, common area maintenance, and exterior lighting are all covered in the HOA. Just steps from boutiques, restaurants, entertainment, and the Capitol—this is truly the best location in downtown Des Moines. Live where the energy is!
For sale
Price cut: $6.5K (7/31)
$153,400
400 E Locust St UNIT 216, Des Moines, IA 50309
1beds
732sqft
Est.:
Townhouse, Condominium, Multi Family, Apartment
Built in 2005
-- sqft lot
$148,600 Zestimate®
$210/sqft
$542/mo HOA
What's special
Private balconyAbundant closet spaceExpansive windowsHard surface floorsSpacious primary suiteIn-unit laundryGenerous counter space
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 15, 2025 at 10:50pm
Listed by:
Stephanie Thomas (515)771-7788,
RE/MAX Concepts
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 720662
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Electric, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Tile, Vinyl
Interior area
- Total structure area: 732
- Total interior livable area: 732 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 04004251020000
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Townhouse, Condominium, Multi Family, Apartment
Condition
- Year built: 2005
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Fire Alarm
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Insurance, Internet, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Structure, Snow Removal, Security, Trash
- HOA fee: $542 monthly
- HOA name: Soho Lofts
- Second HOA name: Terrus Real Estate Group
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $210/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $122,900
- Annual tax amount: $2,632
- Date on market: 6/19/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
- Road surface type: Asphalt
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