A Hidden Gem on the South Side!
This charming 4-bedroom, 2-bath bungalow is perfectly located within walking distance of local schools, parks, and the Blank Park Zoo.
Step inside to find thoughtful updates throughout, including newer kitchen countertops, modern lighting fixtures, and refreshed electrical outlets. The main level features 2 bedrooms, while the upper level offers 2 more—plenty of room for family, guests, or a home office.
Enjoy your private backyard oasis with a large, newer deck—perfect for entertaining or simply relaxing. The fully fenced yard offers both comfort and security. Downstairs, the open and clean basement provides a flexible layout with generous storage options.
Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or a growing family, this move-in ready home is the perfect fit!
Note: The pergola will be staying with the sellers
For sale
$230,000
7401 SW 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50315
4beds
1,164sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1954
10,149.48 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$198/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Open and clean basementModern lighting fixturesFlexible layoutNewer kitchen countertopsFully fenced yardPrivate backyard oasisLarge newer deck
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Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 27, 2025 at 07:45am
Listed by:
Shane Kennedy (515)250-3464,
LPT Realty, LLC,
Kyle Clarkson 515-554-2249,
LPT Realty, LLC
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 724741
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- 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
- Eat-in Kitchen, Cable TV, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Carpet
- Basement: Daylight,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,164
- Total interior livable area: 1,164 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Fully Fenced, Fire Pit
- Fencing: Chain Link,Wood,Full
Lot
- Size: 10,149.48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 62 x 164
Details
- Parcel number: 12002231000000
- Zoning: N3A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: One and One Half Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1954
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Fire Alarm, Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $198/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $186,900
- Annual tax amount: $2,831
- Date on market: 8/22/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 8 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
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