# 2525 51st Street, Des Moines, IA 50310 > **TL;DR:** 6bd/4ba multi-family, $425,000 ($103/sqft), built 1950, 4,135 sqft. > Hardwood, A/C, 2-car garage. Est. $2,273/mo. Listed 144 days. ## Property at a Glance | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | Price | $425,000 | | Price/sqft | $103 | | Bedrooms | 6 | | Bathrooms | 4 full | | Square Feet | 4,135 | | Year Built | 1950 | | Lot Size | 21,214 sqft (0.49 acres) | | Stories | 2 | | Garage | 2-car | | Property Type | Multi-Family (Duplex) | | Status | Active | | Days on Market | 144 | ## Why This Home Stands Out - **Hardwood Floors** - Hardwood flooring listed ## Estimated Monthly Costs | Category | Amount | |----------|--------| | Principal & Interest (20% down, 30-year at 6.5%) | $2,149 | | Estimated Insurance | $124 | | **Total** | **$2,273** | ## Key Amenities - Hardwood - A/C - 2-car garage ## Property Highlights - Built in 1950 - 0.49 acre lot - 2 stories ## Description ### Agent Description With NINE total bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, this is a turnkey investment opportunity nestled on a nearly half-acre lot on Des Moines' desirable northwest side! Offering an impressive amount of living space, this property combines modern updates with functional layouts and endless possibilities. Recent improvements throughout both units include new luxury vinyl plank flooring, new carpet, fresh paint, and updated vanities in most bathrooms. The exterior features newer vinyl siding, recent foundation work, separate driveways for each side, and a detached two-car garage. The 2525 side offers 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, along with a versatile upper-level bonus space featuring beautiful hardwood floors - perfect for a playroom, home office, hobby space, or additional living area. The 2527 side includes 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms and features a recently updated kitchen. Inside the front entrance, each unit has its own dedicated mudroom closet storage, creating a practical and welcoming entryway. The expansive lot provides plenty of room to enjoy outdoor activities, gardening, or simply the privacy that comes with extra space. Whether you're looking for a multi-generational living arrangement, owner-occupancy with additional income potential, or a one-of-a-kind rental property, this duplex has it all. It's a rare opportunity! All information obtained from seller and public records. ## Location - **Address:** 2525 51st Street, Des Moines, IA 50310 - **County:** Polk - **Coordinates:** 41.61751, -93.68879 - **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=41.61751,-93.68879 ## Virtual Tour & Media - **Video Tour:** https://mosaics-media.com/2525-51st-St/idx ## Listing Agent - **Name:** Amy Dempsey - **Brokerage:** RE/MAX Precision - **Broker Phone:** (515) 223-9492 - **Listing URL:** [View original listing](https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/2525-51st-St_Des-Moines_IA_50310_M78204-28378?f=listhub&s=DMAARIA&m=742879&c=propsimple) ## Photos ![2525 51st Street - Photo 1](http://lh.rdcpix.com/f5bdeaa297a79de3f3bb2518604473d6l-f1629988542r.jpg) ![2525 51st Street - Photo 2](http://lh.rdcpix.com/f5bdeaa297a79de3f3bb2518604473d6l-f1328656777r.jpg) ![2525 51st Street - Photo 3](http://lh.rdcpix.com/f5bdeaa297a79de3f3bb2518604473d6l-f3566992572r.jpg) ![2525 51st Street - Photo 4](http://lh.rdcpix.com/f5bdeaa297a79de3f3bb2518604473d6l-f1445510917r.jpg) ![2525 51st Street - Photo 5](http://lh.rdcpix.com/f5bdeaa297a79de3f3bb2518604473d6l-f378675188r.jpg) ![2525 51st Street - Photo 6](http://lh.rdcpix.com/f5bdeaa297a79de3f3bb2518604473d6l-f4182293624r.jpg) ![2525 51st Street - Photo 7](http://lh.rdcpix.com/f5bdeaa297a79de3f3bb2518604473d6l-f1692431623r.jpg) ![2525 51st Street - Photo 8](http://lh.rdcpix.com/f5bdeaa297a79de3f3bb2518604473d6l-f875004834r.jpg) ![2525 51st Street - Photo 9](http://lh.rdcpix.com/f5bdeaa297a79de3f3bb2518604473d6l-f1761709922r.jpg) ![2525 51st Street - Photo 10](http://lh.rdcpix.com/f5bdeaa297a79de3f3bb2518604473d6l-f3415269116r.jpg) ![2525 51st Street - Photo 11](http://lh.rdcpix.com/f5bdeaa297a79de3f3bb2518604473d6l-f2481221188r.jpg) ![2525 51st Street - Photo 12](http://lh.rdcpix.com/f5bdeaa297a79de3f3bb2518604473d6l-f2274595209r.jpg) ![2525 51st Street - Photo 13](http://lh.rdcpix.com/f5bdeaa297a79de3f3bb2518604473d6l-f3029777814r.jpg) ![2525 51st Street - Photo 14](http://lh.rdcpix.com/f5bdeaa297a79de3f3bb2518604473d6l-f4148327905r.jpg) ![2525 51st Street - Photo 15](http://lh.rdcpix.com/f5bdeaa297a79de3f3bb2518604473d6l-f2670725791r.jpg) ![2525 51st Street - Photo 16](http://lh.rdcpix.com/f5bdeaa297a79de3f3bb2518604473d6l-f1726010563r.jpg) ![2525 51st Street - Photo 17](http://lh.rdcpix.com/f5bdeaa297a79de3f3bb2518604473d6l-f1084150391r.jpg) ![2525 51st Street - Photo 18](http://lh.rdcpix.com/f5bdeaa297a79de3f3bb2518604473d6l-f3137000258r.jpg) ![2525 51st Street - Photo 19](http://lh.rdcpix.com/f5bdeaa297a79de3f3bb2518604473d6l-f1492739803r.jpg) ![2525 51st Street - Photo 20](http://lh.rdcpix.com/f5bdeaa297a79de3f3bb2518604473d6l-f298697107r.jpg) ![2525 51st Street - Photo 21](http://lh.rdcpix.com/f5bdeaa297a79de3f3bb2518604473d6l-f1521876327r.jpg) ![2525 51st Street - Photo 22](http://lh.rdcpix.com/f5bdeaa297a79de3f3bb2518604473d6l-f1164571985r.jpg) ![2525 51st Street - Photo 23](http://lh.rdcpix.com/f5bdeaa297a79de3f3bb2518604473d6l-f4028873234r.jpg) ![2525 51st Street - Photo 24](http://lh.rdcpix.com/f5bdeaa297a79de3f3bb2518604473d6l-f3294775604r.jpg) ![2525 51st Street - Photo 25](http://lh.rdcpix.com/f5bdeaa297a79de3f3bb2518604473d6l-f2558343434r.jpg) ![2525 51st Street - Photo 26](http://lh.rdcpix.com/f5bdeaa297a79de3f3bb2518604473d6l-f590833492r.jpg) ![2525 51st Street - Photo 27](http://lh.rdcpix.com/f5bdeaa297a79de3f3bb2518604473d6l-f668660901r.jpg) ![2525 51st Street - Photo 28](http://lh.rdcpix.com/f5bdeaa297a79de3f3bb2518604473d6l-f991360605r.jpg) ![2525 51st Street - Photo 29](http://lh.rdcpix.com/f5bdeaa297a79de3f3bb2518604473d6l-f512019491r.jpg) ![2525 51st Street - Photo 30](http://lh.rdcpix.com/f5bdeaa297a79de3f3bb2518604473d6l-f3267423482r.jpg) ![2525 51st Street - Photo 31](http://lh.rdcpix.com/f5bdeaa297a79de3f3bb2518604473d6l-f299742003r.jpg) ![2525 51st Street - Photo 32](http://lh.rdcpix.com/f5bdeaa297a79de3f3bb2518604473d6l-f307735327r.jpg) ![2525 51st Street - Photo 33](http://lh.rdcpix.com/f5bdeaa297a79de3f3bb2518604473d6l-f179924322r.jpg) --- **MLS#:** 742879 | **Updated:** 2026-10-27 **Source:** listhub *Copyright © 2026 Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®, Inc. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.* [View on PropertySimple](https://www.propertysimple.ai/listing/2525-51st-street-des-moines-ia-50310-cfcdb3b3b4554c259f2eb34bc1a81f29) --- ## Structured Data ```json { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "RealEstateListing", "@id": "https://www.propertysimple.ai/listing/2525-51st-street-des-moines-ia-50310-cfcdb3b3b4554c259f2eb34bc1a81f29#listing", "url": "https://www.propertysimple.ai/listing/2525-51st-street-des-moines-ia-50310-cfcdb3b3b4554c259f2eb34bc1a81f29", "name": "2525 51st Street, Des Moines, IA 50310", "description": "With NINE total bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, this is a turnkey investment opportunity nestled on a nearly half-acre lot on Des Moines' desirable northwest side! Offering an impressive amount of living space, this property combines modern updates with functional layouts and endless possibilities. 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