Affordable Downtown Living with the 925 sq ft 1 bed 1 bath located at the Kirkwood! The Kirkwood is in the perfect location for Farmer's Market, stepping outside for night life, or taking the skywalk on cold days. Located accross the street from Crowles Commons, one block away from the newly opened Hy-Vee, this property is perfectly situated for all of your downtown needs. Hungry? Go downstairs to the experience fine dining without even leaving the building with Vivian's and Wasabi Tao, then head to the gym in the lower level to burn it all off. Other amenities within the HOA include a Sauna, parking space in our own secure parking garage, water, dry cleaning pickup, and storage. This is fun, easy living at it's best!
- IA
- Des Moines
- 50309
- 400 Walnut Street 503
- MLS# 561494
- Date Listed05/21/2018
- Bedrooms 1
- Bathrooms 1 Full baths
- Lot Size -
- Sewer Public Sewer
- Property Type Condominium
- County Polk
- Year Built 1930
- Water Public
- Square Feet 925 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $191.35
Interior Features
- Appliances Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Flooring Laminate, Tile
- Cooling Central Air
- Heating Electric, Heat Pump
Exterior / Lot Features
- Roof Rolled/Hot Mop
- Lot Size Acres -
- Lot Size SQFT -
- Lot Features -
Directions
From Grand Avenue, Turn South on 5th Avenue, then East on Walnut Street to Property.
Financial Considerations
- HOA Fee $395 Monthly
- Tax Amount $1,094
- Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Nearby Schools
Source: School Digger
Jessie Franklin Taylor Education Center
Public • PK - PK • Serves this home
2.72 mi
Distance
Public • 7 - 12 • Serves this home
1.45 mi
Distance
Des Moines Central Campus High School
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
1.45 mi
Distance
Jessie Franklin Taylor Education Center
Public • PK - PK • Serves this home
2.72 mi
Distance
Woodlawn Early Childhood Center
Public • PK - PK
5.21 mi
Distance
Public • 7 - 12 • Serves this home
1.45 mi
Distance
Des Moines Public Schools - Virtual Campus
Public • 6 - 12
1.45 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
5.1 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
6.15 mi
Distance
Des Moines Central Campus High School
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
1.45 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
4.33 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
6.9 mi
Distance
Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
| Street Address | Beds | Baths | Sold Date | List Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1009 NE 12th Street | 4 | 3 | Nov 26, 2025 | $369,990 |
| 1008 NE 12th Street | 4 | 4 | Dec 03, 2025 | $389,990 |
| 1245 9TH Street | 3 | 2 | Dec 03, 2025 | $124,000 |
| 910 E 11TH Street | 3 | 1 | Dec 03, 2025 | $30,000 |
| 1414 S Union Street | 2 | 1 | Dec 03, 2025 | $30,200 |
| 1011 Pennsylvania Avenue | 5 | 2 | Dec 03, 2025 | $100,000 |
| 1168 10th Street | 4 | 2 | Dec 03, 2025 | $79,900 |
| 1005 E 9th Street | 2 | 1 | Dec 03, 2025 | $77,500 |
| 1444 2nd Place | 3 | 1 | Dec 03, 2025 | $89,900 |
| 1103 E 8th Street | 3 | 2 | Dec 03, 2025 | $45,500 |
Population & Environment
Source: Sperling's Best Places
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 10,462 | 217,239 | 510,442 | 335,858,263 |
| Population Density | 3,852 | 2,406 | 890 | 95 |
| People per Household | 1.5 | 2.4 | 2.5 | 2.6 |
| Median Age | 38.7 | 37.4 | 38.1 | 39.1 |
| Median Income | $64,224 | $55,560 | $70,689 | $66,222 |
| Average Income | $51,504 | $29,814 | $36,854 | $35,475 |
| Cost of Living Index | 57 | 86 | 93 | 100 |
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Avg. High Temp | 11.7°F | 11.7°F | 11.31°F | 22.6°F |
| July Avg. High Temp | 86°F | 86°F | 85.97°F | 86.2°F |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.72" | 34.72" | 34.55" | 38" |
78/100
Very Walkable
Walk Score ®
59/100
Good Transit
Transit Score ®
68/100
Bikable
Bike Score ®
Overview
Most errands can be accomplished on foot. Many nearby public transportation options. Some bike infrastructure.Transit Summary
24 nearby routes: 24 bus, 0 rail, 0 other
Walkability averages in the surrounding area
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 41/100, Transit Score: 27/100, Bike Score: 39/100.
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Frequently Asked Questions for 400 Walnut Street 503
Source: Realty.com
400 Walnut Street 503, Des Moines, IA 50309 is a 925 sq. ft. condo listed for sale with 1 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms. Realty.com has 11 photos of this condominium, listed at $177,000. View sales and tax history of condos, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com
Realty.com has 11 photos of 400 Walnut Street 503.
Our records indicate that 400 Walnut Street 503 was built in 1930.
The full address for this home is 400 Walnut Street 503, Des Moines, IA 50309.
400 Walnut Street 503 has been listed on Realty.com since Mon May 21, 2018
Most errands can be accomplished on foot. Many nearby public transportation options. Some bike infrastructure.
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 41/100, Transit Score: 27/100, Bike Score: 39/100.
There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 400 Walnut Street 503. Jessie Franklin Taylor Education Center (Grades: PK - PK), Central Academy (Grades: 7 - 12), Des Moines Central Campus High School (Grades: 9 - 12)
Listing provided courtesy of:
Exit Realty Capital City
Listing agent:
Timothy Schutte
(tel: 515-681-5677)
(#5119)
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