853 E 2nd St, Des Moines, IA 50309
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OFF MARKET

853 E 2nd St
Des Moines, IA 50309

East Village
  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,218 sqft

$510,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 14, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,300/mo*
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$510,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 14, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,300/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,218 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Check out the knockout pricing + premier location here. Front door opens to a spacious garden + greenspace ... and no streets. None. No car lights, no car doors, street sounds are off in the distance; just private + peaceful. Amazing lil location oasis with close-knit neighbors, yet steps to downtown activities + life in the East Village. Inside you'll notice the most perfect SE exposure. A gentle angle of the building + somehow the architects developed a home capturing the best of the sun every day. Floorplan has lofty ceilings, 3 BR, 2.5 BA + a spacious office with double doors. Top floor has a room with windows on 3-sides, a wet bar + views of the garden. Sky-lounge has a private pergola/shaded area + a full sundeck; perfect for taking in sunsets + city lights. Top-down/bottom-up blinds included throughout, all appliances, shower w/french-drain + ring doorbell. HVAC + garage door can be controlled from an app on your phone. 2.5 car garage is tall, deep + wide; providing excellent storage opportunities for all your hobby needs: kayaks, bikes, motorcycles or even a sauna ... It fits! Offered@ $499K w/tax abatement through 2030.
853 E 2nd St, Des Moines, IA 50309 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,218 sqft townhouse in East Village, built in 2019. It last sold for $513,970 on Jun 6, 2025 (3% above the $499,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $510,300, with a rent estimate of $2,883/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
2 Car Garage
Outdoor
Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
$240/Monthly
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 853 E 2nd St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Wet Bar
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2218 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Wine Cooler, WasherDishwasherDryerLaundry: Upper LevelMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoFloors: Carpet, Tile
Security
Security: Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: RubberPatio / Porch: Covered, DeckFencing: MetalExterior: DeckFoundation: Poured, Slab
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Attached,Garage,Two Car Garage
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 122

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2019
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Townhouse, CondominiumArchitecture: Modern,Two Story
Building
Construction Materials: Brick, Cement Siding, Metal Siding
Property Information
Parcel Number: 04000245100013

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $499,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Apr 14 2025

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: 2218 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Structure, Security, Snow RemovalHOA Name: Bridge District TownhomesHOA Phone (alt): 515-280-2014HOA Name (second): HRC Association MgmtHas an HOAHOA Fee: $240/Monthly

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1393.92 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 709001Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: 515-203-6108Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-04000245100013-R-N
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Darla Willett-Rohrssen, (515) 203-6108
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Bought with: Andraya Stender, (515) 249-4503, LPT Realty, LLC
Source: DMMLS, MLS#709001

Price History for 853 E 2nd St

DatePriceEventSource
06/06/2025$513,970Sold
DMMLS #709001
04/14/2025$499,000PendingDMMLS #709001
03/18/2025$499,000PriceChange
DMMLS #709001
02/14/2025$545,000PriceChange
DMMLS #709001
12/13/2024$565,000Listed For SaleDMMLS #709001
08/20/2020$534,714Sold
DMMLS #591742

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$2,698
Assessment$648,300
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 853 E 2nd St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
857 E 2nd St, Des Moines, IA
0.00
Townhouse
$469,000
05/14/26
3
2.5
2,218
205 Maple St, Des Moines, IA
0.02
Townhouse
$521,900
04/09/26
3
2.5
2,484
225 Maple St, Des Moines, IA
0.04
Townhouse
$512,800
06/22/26
3
2.5
2,466
217 Maple St, Des Moines, IA
0.03
Townhouse
$441,900
03/25/26
3
2.5
2,119
820 E 2nd St, Des Moines, IA
0.05
Townhouse
$570,000
03/06/26
3
2.5
2,660
209 Maple St, Des Moines, IA
0.03
Townhouse
$450,085
12/08/25
3
2.5
2,088
221 Maple St, Des Moines, IA
0.03
Townhouse
$486,900
05/21/26
3
3.5
2,344
118 E Center St, Des Moines, IA
0.10
Townhouse
$515,000
10/16/25
3
2.5
2,088
855 E 2nd St, Des Moines, IA
0.02
Townhouse
$396,250
09/19/25
3
2.5
1,875
102 E Center St, Des Moines, IA
0.11
Townhouse
$646,000
10/21/25
3
2.5
2,497

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Neighborhood Overview

East Village
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What Locals Say about East Village

At least 10 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 93 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 88 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 74 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 73 % Say parking is easy

  • 70 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 67 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 61 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 61 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 47 % Say car is needed

  • 41 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 36 % Say it's quiet

  • 33 % Say there are community events

  • 29 % Say there's wildlife

  • 27 % Say kids play outside

  • 25 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 14 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

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  • Haley O.
    "lovely area to live in, nice space for walks outside. lots of shops and restaurants around. everyone's friendly "
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  • Elianaisebastian3
    "Pretty quiet area when it needs to be quiet and pretty up beat when there are events. Super safe neighborhood to say the least!"
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  • Sarah
    "Easy access to freeway and walking distance to downtown. pretty much in the center of everything. The problem is the parking."
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  • Sean M.
    "In Des Moines for a business trip very impressed with the city its cleanliness the level of activities the people. A bit warm on all but seems like a wonderful place to live."
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