1440 21st Street, Des Moines, IA 50311

Des Moines
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1440 21st Street,Des Moines, IA 50311
$190,000
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,196 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Listed by: darson grantham
Office: keller williams realty gdm
MLS#:731078
Source:IA_DMAAR

Price summary

  • Price:$190,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$86.52

About this home

Sitting on an oversized lot with fresh snow framing its clean exterior, this home blends the charm of its original era with the practical updates. Step inside to sun-filled rooms lined with new flooring mixed with beautifully preserved original hardwood, giving the home that rare blend of character and function. Fresh paint throughout brightens each space, and large windows in nearly every room create a light, airy feel no matter where you stand. The main level offers multiple living and flex spaces—ideal for a home office, playroom, or second family room. Upstairs you’ll find generously sized bedrooms with great natural light, updated carpeting, and simple finishes that make moving in easy. Both bathrooms feature modern touches, including a vessel sink and updated tile flooring. The kitchen offers plenty of opportunity—functional as-is, but with enough square footage for a future redesign if an investor or homeowner wants to elevate it. A back entry/mudroom space adds convenience and...

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Home facts

  • Year built:1900
  • Listing ID #:731078
  • Added:244 day(s) ago
  • Updated:August 13, 2026 at 03:07 PM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:4
  • Total bathrooms:2
  • Full bathrooms:2
  • Flooring:Carpet, Hardwood
  • Kitchen Description:Refrigerator, Stove
  • Basement:Yes
  • Basement Description:Unfinished
  • Living area:2,196 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Central Air
  • Heating:Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
  • Central air:Yes

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Asphalt, Shingle
  • Year built:1900
  • Building area:2,196 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.41 Acres
  • Architectural Style:Two Story
  • Construction Materials:Stucco
  • Foundation Description:Brick/Mortar
  • Levels:2 Story

Utilities

  • Water:Public
  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$190,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$86.52
  • Tax amount:$3,230 (2025)

Features and amenities

  • Appliances:Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Laundry features:Dryer, Main Level, Washer

Parking

  • Parking description:Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
  • Garage:Yes
  • Garage spaces:2

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