Check out this two bedroom, one bathroom bungalow home on the east side of Des Moines! Located only minutes away from the fairgrounds with easy access to I-235. Home includes a four season front porch, fully fenced in MASSIVE backyard, all kitchen appliances, washer and dryer, chest freezer and dehumidifier in the basement with two non-conforming bedrooms. Schedule a showing today!
- IA
- Des Moines
- 50317
- 1260 E 27th Street
- MLS# 656780
- Date Listed07/21/2022
- Bedrooms 2
- Bathrooms 1 Full baths
- Lot Size 0.18 acres (7,850 sq. ft)
- Sewer Public Sewer
- Property Type Single Family
- County Polk
- Year Built 1920
- Water Public
- Square Feet 728 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $206.04
Interior Features
- Appliances Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Cooling Central Air
- Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air
Exterior / Lot Features
- Roof Asphalt, Shingle
- Lot Size Acres 0.18
- Lot Size SQFT 7,850.00
- Lot Features Corner Lot
Directions
From E University Ave turn north on E 27th St. Home is on left.
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount $3,106
- Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Nearby Schools
Source: School Digger
Jessie Franklin Taylor Education Center
Public • PK - PK • Serves this home
5.62 mi
Distance
Public • 7 - 12 • Serves this home
6.03 mi
Distance
Des Moines Central Campus High School
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
6.03 mi
Distance
Jessie Franklin Taylor Education Center
Public • PK - PK • Serves this home
5.62 mi
Distance
Woodlawn Early Childhood Center
Public • PK - PK
7.57 mi
Distance
Public • 7 - 12 • Serves this home
6.03 mi
Distance
Des Moines Public Schools - Virtual Campus
Public • 6 - 12
6.03 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
8.99 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
9.6 mi
Distance
Des Moines Central Campus High School
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
6.03 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
8.67 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
9.34 mi
Distance
Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
| Year | Total Assessments |
|---|---|
| 2021 | $111,700 |
| 2020 | $121,900 |
| 2019 | $111,700 |
| 2018 | $62,500 |
| 2017 | $59,000 |
| 2013 | $58,700 |
| Street Address | Beds | Baths | Sold Date | List Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 904 E 25th Court | 2 | 1 | Dec 03, 2025 | $54,900 |
| 2430 Lyon Street | 3 | 2 | Dec 03, 2025 | $49,900 |
| 1226 E 27th Court | 2 | 1 | Dec 03, 2025 | $44,995 |
| 2247 Maple Street | 2 | 1 | Dec 03, 2025 | $75,000 |
| 832 E 24th Court | 2 | 1 | Dec 03, 2025 | $44,900 |
| 901 E 25th Street | 3 | 2 | Dec 03, 2025 | $74,900 |
| 2614 Maple Street | 2 | 1 | Dec 03, 2025 | $119,900 |
| 2344 Lyon Street | 3 | 2 | Dec 03, 2025 | $60,000 |
| 2343 Maple Street | 2 | 2 | Dec 03, 2025 | $64,900 |
| 513 E 24th Street | 2 | 1 | Dec 03, 2025 | $72,500 |
Population & Environment
Source: Sperling's Best Places
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 37,220 | 217,239 | 510,442 | 335,858,263 |
| Population Density | 1,603 | 2,406 | 890 | 95 |
| People per Household | 2.6 | 2.4 | 2.5 | 2.6 |
| Median Age | 39.5 | 37.4 | 38.1 | 39.1 |
| Median Income | $55,305 | $55,560 | $70,689 | $66,222 |
| Average Income | $25,147 | $29,814 | $36,854 | $35,475 |
| Cost of Living Index | 92 | 86 | 93 | 100 |
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Avg. High Temp | 8.7°F | 11.7°F | 11.31°F | 22.6°F |
| July Avg. High Temp | 85.8°F | 86°F | 85.97°F | 86.2°F |
| Annual Precipitation | 33.38" | 34.72" | 34.55" | 38" |
70/100
Very Walkable
Walk Score ®
33/100
Some Transit
Transit Score ®
47/100
Bikable
Bike Score ®
Overview
Most errands can be accomplished on foot. A few nearby public transportation options. Minimal bike infrastructure.Transit Summary
3 nearby routes: 3 bus, 0 rail, 0 other
Walkability averages in the surrounding area
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 31/100, Transit Score: 21/100, Bike Score: 34/100.
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Frequently Asked Questions for 1260 E 27th Street
Source: Realty.com
1260 E 27th Street, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a Single Family 728 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 27 photos available of this 2 bed, 1 bath house, listed at $150,000. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com
Realty.com has 27 photos of 1260 E 27th Street.
Our records indicate that 1260 E 27th Street was built in 1920.
The full address for this home is 1260 E 27th Street, Des Moines, IA 50317.
1260 E 27th Street has been listed on Realty.com since Thu July 21, 2022
Most errands can be accomplished on foot. A few nearby public transportation options. Minimal bike infrastructure.
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 31/100, Transit Score: 21/100, Bike Score: 34/100.
There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 1260 E 27th Street. 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:
Keller Williams Realty Gdm
(tel: 515-334-4900)
Listing agent:
Nancy Gonzalez
(tel: 217-419-3675)
(#6656)
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