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1245 34Th Street, Des Moines, IA 50311

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8 Beds
2 Baths
4,131 Sq Ft

The historic Phi Delta Theta House on 34th Street in the heart of the Drake Neighborhood. This is a rare opportunity to own a recognizable piece of Des Moines history with outstanding investment potential. Offering over 5,000 finished square feet across three stories plus a basement, the property is currently configured with large, dorm-style bedrooms designed to accommodate multiple beds per room, similar to a group home or fraternity layout.Significant updates have been completed in recent years including mechanical improvements, interior finish upgrades, exterior work, and flatwork. The property is zoned NX2, allowing for multifamily, group living, and even certain single-household uses. This flexible zoning opens the door for a wide range of possibilities: continue the current setup, reconfigure for modern apartments, add additional structures, or pursue an entirely new concept. Bring your vision. Bring your imagination. Opportunities like this do not come to market often.

Listing By: Eric Quiner - Realty ONE Group Impact iadmaar Realty.com
  • MLS# 730340
  • Date Listed11/12/2025
  • Days on Realty 5 Days
  • Bedrooms 8
  • Bathrooms 1 Full baths, 1 Half baths
  • Lot Size 0.58 acres (25,273 sq. ft)
  • Sewer Public Sewer
  • Property Type Single Family
  • County Polk
  • Year Built 1916
  • Water Public
  • Square Feet 4,131 sq. ft
  • Price Per Sq. Ft $121.04

Interior Features

  • Appliances Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Cooling Central Air
  • Heating Natural Gas, Heat Pump

Exterior / Lot Features

  • Roof Asphalt, Shingle
  • Lot Size Acres 0.58
  • Lot Size SQFT 25,273.00
  • Lot Features Rectangular Lot

Directions

Take University Avenue turn North onto 34th Street. 1245 is on the East side of the street.

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount $7,056
  • Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Nearby Schools

Source: School Digger

Jessie Franklin Taylor Education Center

Public • PK - PK • Serves this home

1.88 mi

Distance

Woodlawn Early Childhood Center

Public • PK - PK

2.81 mi

Distance

Central Academy

Public • 7 - 12 • Serves this home

2.79 mi

Distance

Des Moines Public Schools - Virtual Campus

Public • 6 - 12

2.79 mi

Distance

Merrill Middle School

Public • 6 - 8

3.01 mi

Distance

Meredith Middle School

Public • 6 - 8

3.08 mi

Distance

Roosevelt High School

Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home

1.77 mi

Distance

Des Moines Central Campus High School

Public • 9 - 12

2.79 mi

Distance

Hoover High School

Public • 9 - 12

4.01 mi

Distance

Sales & Tax History

Source: Public Records

Population & Environment

Source: Sperling's Best Places

Walkability in IA / 50311

Source: Walkscore

66/100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score ®

37/100

Some Transit

Transit Score ®

55/100

Bikable

Bike Score ®

Overview

Some errands can be accomplished on foot. A few nearby public transportation options. Some bike infrastructure.

Transit Summary

4 nearby routes: 4 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: 23/100, Bike Score: 40/100.

Points of Interest near 1245 34th Street, Des Moines, IA 50311

Frequently Asked Questions for 1245 34th Street

Source: Realty.com

1245 34th Street, Des Moines, IA 50311 is a Single Family 4,131 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 35 photos available of this 8 bed, 2 bath house, listed at $500,000. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com

Realty.com has 35 photos of 1245 34th Street.

Our records indicate that 1245 34th Street was built in 1916.

The full address for this home is 1245 34th Street, Des Moines, IA 50311.

1245 34th Street has been listed on Realty.com since Wed November 12, 2025

Some errands can be accomplished on foot. A few nearby public transportation options. Some bike infrastructure.

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 41/100, Transit Score: 23/100, Bike Score: 40/100.

There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 1245 34th Street. Jessie Franklin Taylor Education Center (Grades: PK - PK), Central Academy (Grades: 7 - 12), Roosevelt High School (Grades: 9 - 12)

Listing provided courtesy of: Realty One Group Impact (tel: 515-446-7524)
Listing agent: Eric Quiner (#5778)

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