3221 E  12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
FOR SALE

3221 E 12th St
Des Moines, IA 50316

Highland Park
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 811 sqft

$173,000

Original price: $179,000

$173,000

Original price: $179,000
2 Beds
1 Bath
811 sqft

Local Information

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Description

Just hit the market! 2Br/1Ba home that was recently updated in 2024! Everything you need is on one level for ease and convenience. Home is fully fenced in for privacy, and for pets and small children. Along with newer appliances that stay with the home, it also comes with an oversized 2 car garage - perfect for someone that wants to work on cars, have a gym in there, or a perfect setup for hobbies and entertaining. This home is move in ready, easy to show, and quick possession is possible.

All information obtained from seller and public record.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$213
Listed
33 days ago

Home Details for 3221 E 12th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Crawl Space
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Main Level Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 811 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, Laminate
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet, Laminate
Security
Security: Security System, Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShinglePatio / Porch: DeckFencing: FullExterior: Deck, Fully FencedFoundation: Brick/Mortar
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: 91Days on Market: 33

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1916
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Bungalow
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Property Information
Parcel Number: 11003810000000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $173,000Price Per Sqft: $213

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: 737756

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 811 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

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

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 737756Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (515) 943-0219Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-11003810000000-R-N

Additional Information

Days On Market Replication: 31
Last check for updates: about 6 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Natasha Ratliff, (515) 943-0219
RE/MAX Precision
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#737756
Also Listed on DMMLS.

Price History for 3221 E 12th St

DatePriceEventSource
05/04/2026$173,000PriceChange
DMMLS #737756
04/06/2026$179,000Listed For SaleDMMLS #737756
03/25/2026$185,000ListingRemovedDMMLS #733356
03/19/2026$185,000PriceChange
DMMLS #733356
01/25/2026$199,900Listed For SaleDMMLS #733356
04/30/2024$170,000Sold
DMMLS #692666
04/08/2024$170,000PendingDMMLS #692666
04/05/2024$170,000Listed For SaleDMMLS #692666
09/16/2019$116,500Sold
DMMLS #588156
08/13/2019$116,500PendingAgent Provided
07/31/2019$116,500Listed For SaleAgent Provided
08/02/2005$76,500Sold
N/A
08/12/2003$68,500Sold
N/A

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$2,568
Assessment$163,200
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 3221 E 12th St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.19
Single-Family Home
$164,000
07/11/25
2
1
730
0.25
Single-Family Home
$172,000
01/02/26
2
1
824
0.07
Single-Family Home
$168,500
08/15/25
3
1
1,072
0.28
Single-Family Home
$169,000
01/09/26
2
1
864
0.26
Single-Family Home
$160,000
07/11/25
2
1
720
0.20
Single-Family Home
$172,000
07/01/25
3
1
940
0.33
Single-Family Home
$150,000
05/30/25
2
1
784
0.25
Single-Family Home
$116,500
12/18/25
2
1
768
0.17
Single-Family Home
$200,000
06/05/25
3
1
936

Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

Neighborhood stats provided by third party data sources.

What Locals Say about Highland Park

At least 43 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 88 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 85 % Say parking is easy

  • 84 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 81 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 76 % Say kids play outside

  • 71 % Say car is needed

  • 71 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 69 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 64 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 60 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 59 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 54 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 53 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 49 % Say it's quiet

  • 33 % Say there's wildlife

  • 33 % Say there are community events

Learn more about our methodology.
  • Trulia User
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for almost 9 years. It’s beautiful and peaceful and full of kids for my children to play with. Parks are close and so are stores."
  • Trulia User
    "I would not feel safe walking my dog here at night or during the day most of the time for that matter, there is a lot of sketchy people around all the time "
  • Jill B.
    "to many busy streets. not any dog parks or open areas to let dogs play in. also the sidewalks on main roads are too close to the streets for comfort. "
  • Tracy
    "I lived in this neighborhood for almost my whole life is a very good neighborhood although now days neighborhoods or any neighborhood are not good to walk alone always make sure that you have someone to walk with but the neighborhood I am in is a good neighborhood and very convenient for shopping and events"
  • Rekanovicfatima
    "It’s nice and quiet and the neighbors are friendly. There are lots is of shops as well as restaurant. Schools are near by and so is downtown "
  • Jeff A.
    "the people that live here make it unique and exciting .. to say the least,.. There is a grocery store corner market and pet store close by."
  • Susan W.
    "I've lived in this neighborhood for five years. people are friendly. we wave at each other as we pass. groceries, drug stores, bank and restaurants are convenient."

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Natasha Ratliff, RE/MAX Precision
Agent Phone: (515) 943-0219
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3221 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 811 sqft single-family home built in 1916. 3221 E 12th St is located in Highland Park, Des Moines. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by DMMLS on Apr 6, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 737756.