About This Home

This 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom single family at 1132 26th Street in Des Moines, IA is listed for $464,900 ($241 per sqft). Built in 1894, the home offers 1,932 sqft of living space on a 0.13 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1894
  • 0.13 acre lot
  • 2 stories

Property Details

2 stories
1 full, 1 half
2-car garage
1894

Amenities

HardwoodA/C
Listing Description

A remarkable opportunity to own a beautifully restored historic home in the Drake neighborhood, now priced more than $36,000 below the Assessor's value! Completely reimagined for modern living, this 4-bedroom, 3-bath home combines historic character and craftsmanship with the peace of mind of extensive new construction.

Improvements include a new poured-concrete foundation, roof, windows, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and new 2-car garage. Inside, original refinished oak floors and architectural details complement an open main level, custom kitchen, and spacious drop zone.

The exceptional new lower level features 9-ft ceilings and large egress windows, offering tremendous potential for additional bedrooms, a bath, and living space. Adding even more value is a 10-year, 100% residential rehabilitation property tax abatement on qualifying improvements.

This valuable program ends December 31, 2026, making now an especially compelling time to buy. Conveniently located near Drake University, neighborhood restaurants, downtown Des Moines, and ongoing Invest DSM neighborhood reinvestment. All information obtained from seller and public records.

Monthly Cost Estimate

$2,486/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$336
Interest$2,015
Insurance$136

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

1132 26th Street

Des Moines, IA 50311

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

DiningArea

Property Details

Flooring

Hardwood

Construction

WoodSiding

Parking

Garage

Heating

Forced AirNatural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

DishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorStove

Questions & Answers

This 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom single family at 1132 26th Street is listed at $464,900 ($241/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $2,487 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 1894, 0.13 acre lot, 2 stories. Interior Features: DiningArea.

This property is listed by Jean O'Neill.

JO

Jean O'Neill

Agent at RE/MAX Precision

Listed by RE/MAX Precision · Broker phone: (515) 223-9492 · View on Broker Site · Broker website

MLS# 749256· Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®, Inc.· 41 days on PropertySimple

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1132 26th Street, Des Moines, IA 50311

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