1917 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
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OFF MARKET

1917 E 12th St
Des Moines, IA 50316

Union Park
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,748 sqft

$283,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 16, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,871/mo*
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$283,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 16, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,871/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
2 Baths
1,748 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Beautiful landscaping greets you at this meticulously-loved home. The four-season porch welcomes you inside to see gorgeous wide-trim craftsman-style woodworking & doors. Gas fireplace with brick surround centers the living room, while the dining area leads to a lovely kitchen with dual ovens, SS appliances, numerous cabinets and galley-style pantry offers excellent storage space. Outside, you'll also find an oversized garage, partially fenced yard, stone paver patio next to a spacious deck. Several other updates including newer windows, newer HVAC, tankless on-demand water heater, newer roof (2021), and much more! Schedule your tour today!
1917 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,748 sqft single-family home in Union Park, built in 1911. It last sold for the $280,000 asking price on Jul 21, 2023. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $283,600, with a rent estimate of $1,822/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Patio, Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 1917 E 12th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Main Level Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1748 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Built-In Oven, Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, WasherDishwasherDryerLaundry: Main LevelMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Gas LogHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoFloors: Carpet

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShinglePatio / Porch: Deck, Open, PatioFencing: Vinyl, PartialExterior: Deck, Fence, Patio
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Detached,Garage,Two Car Garage
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 2

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1911
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Two Story
Property Information
Parcel Number: 11005373000000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $280,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Jun 16 2023

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

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

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1748 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: 675294Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAbove Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-11005373000000-R-N
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Marvin, Taylor R
Real Broker, LLC
Bought with: Elizabeth Cabral, (515) 864-9863, Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#675294

Price History for 1917 E 12th St

DatePriceEventSource
07/21/2023$280,000Sold
DMMLS #675294
06/16/2023$280,000PendingDMMLS #675294
06/14/2023$280,000Listed For SaleDMMLS #675294
07/19/2022$130,000Sold
N/A
03/14/2016$63,000Sold
N/A
05/27/2015$77,000Sold
N/A

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
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$4,436
Assessment$249,400
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1917 E 12th St

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
2014 York St, Des Moines, IA
0.13
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$269,000
08/08/25
2
2
1,583
2215 E 9th St, Des Moines, IA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$248,235
07/13/26
3
1.5
1,534
2006 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA
0.05
Single-Family Home
$82,000
11/07/25
4
1.5
1,569
2119 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$145,000
09/18/25
4
1.5
1,433
2007 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA
0.04
Single-Family Home
$186,900
08/29/25
3
1
1,480
1801 York St, Des Moines, IA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$172,000
04/10/26
3
2
1,258
730 Arthur Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.47
Single-Family Home
$250,000
01/30/26
4
1.5
1,889
1526 Thompson Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.41
Single-Family Home
$275,000
06/18/26
4
2.5
2,012
1613 York St, Des Moines, IA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$240,000
04/20/26
3
2
1,103
1400 Mattern Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$187,500
03/13/26
3
2
988

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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

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  • 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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