1805 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
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1805 E 12th St
Des Moines, IA 50316

Union Park
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,260 sqft

$199,900

Est. Mortgage $1,346/mo*
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$199,900

Est. Mortgage $1,346/mo*
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2 Beds
1 Bath
1,260 sqft
We estimate this home will sell faster than 81% nearby.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Deck
Climate Control
Heating & Cooling
Price/Sqft
$159
Listed
6 days ago

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Description

Charming bungalow located just minutes from downtown Des Moines and within walking distance to city parks, offering both convenience and comfort. This home features low maintenance vinyl siding, and a newer roof for added peace of mind. Inside, you'll find a freshly painted interior with new carpeting in the living room and bedrooms. The dining room has beautiful original hardwood flooring and the original custom built in buffet. The kitchen offers ample cabinet and countertop space, providing functionality for everyday living. Main level laundry adds everyday convenience, along with a dedicated office space ideal for working from home or flexible use. Outside enjoy a large backyard that is fully fenced, offering privacy and space for outdoor entertaining, along with a detached garage for additional storage and parking.
We estimate this home will sell faster than 81% nearby.

Open House

Sunday, July 26
12:00 PM to 2:00 PM

Home Details for 1805 E 12th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1260 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, WasherDishwasherDryerLaundry: Main LevelMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet, Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShinglePatio / Porch: DeckFencing: WoodExterior: DeckFoundation: Brick/Mortar
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Detached,Garage,One Car Garage
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 6Days on Market: 6

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1919
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Bungalow,Other
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Property Information
Parcel Number: 11005362000000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $199,900Price Per Sqft: $159

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

Direction & Address
City: Des Moines
School Information
Elementary School District: Des Moines IndependentJr High / Middle School District: Des Moines IndependentHigh School District: Des Moines Independent

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 745299

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1260 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSNo HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7971.48 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 745299Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (515) 897-8360Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-11005362000000-R-N

Additional Information

Days On Market Replication: 6
Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Shaun Etter, (515) 897-8360
LPT Realty, LLC
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#745299
Also Listed on DMMLS.

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$211K
$5.03KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.1%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$191
$4MoM
Available listings
1009
2MoM

Price History for 1805 E 12th St

DatePriceEventSource
07/16/2026$199,900Listed For SaleDMMLS #745299
10/19/2012$107,000Sold
DMMLS #400483
05/23/2012$107,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
05/10/2012$109,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
04/12/2012$105,000PriceChange
N/A
04/08/2012$112,000Listed For SaleN/A
11/21/2008$94,500Sold
N/A
04/06/2006$69,500Sold
N/A

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax
Assessment$166,700
Home facts updated by county records

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Neighborhood Overview

Union Park
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What Locals Say about Union Park

At least 34 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 89 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 88 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 82 % Say car is needed

  • 79 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 76 % Say parking is easy

  • 74 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 69 % Say kids play outside

  • 58 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 56 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 55 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 54 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 40 % Say it's quiet

  • 36 % Say there's wildlife

  • 30 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 24 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 19 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Marlene Brown Ackiss
    " I use to live in this neighborhood over on 810 Boyd I I really like the. Union park area Nice big tree love the way the is made "
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  • Wendy F. H.
    "The community. the union park is a one of a kind park. It’s near Grandview university so you can take college classes and save money."
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  • thejakes1323
    "Wonderful older established affordable neighborhood. Nice trees, nice neighbors, nice homes. Most homes in the area have original woodwork, wood floors, built ins. The area is great for all; singles, couples, families, retirees. A great mix of ages. Low crime. My grandmother lived in this area for many years. My parents have owned three homes in the area over the years. Still a favorite area in East Des Moines. Close to downtown, restaurants, shopping, easy access to most main highways. Centrally located. Give it a look."
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  • Erika B.
    "Union Park Neighborhoods bounty of older classic homes at affordable prices, it's proximity to the East Village, and the quality of life that an enormous public park with a variety of intended uses from biking and boating to strolling and a trip to perhaps the largest playground in Des Moines Boundaries, makes this area superb for folks who work down town and don't want to drive their car more than necessary. Overall, it's a very nice place to live. Like most other areas of Des Moines, the educational systems needs improvement. "
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Shaun Etter, LPT Realty, LLC
Agent Phone: (515) 897-8360
IDX information is provided exclusively for personal, non-commercial use, and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
1805 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,260 sqft single-family home built in 1919. 1805 E 12th St is located in Union Park, Des Moines. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by DMMLS on Jul 16, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 745299.