About This Home

This 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 2705 E 16th Street in Des Moines, IA is listed for $175,000 ($193 per sqft). Built in 1950, the home offers 906 sqft of living space on a 0.20 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1950
  • 0.20 acre lot

Property Details

1 story
1 full, 1 half
1-car garage
1950

Amenities

A/C
Listing Description

Looking for an affordable, move-in-ready home? This bright and inviting ranch next to Grand View University has plenty to offer! Exceptionally well maintained, it feels surprisingly spacious thanks to an open floor plan and a large family room at the back of the home.

With 2 bedrooms and 1.5 baths, you'll enjoy the convenience of one-level living. Recent updates include a new front deck in 2026 and a new refrigerator and stove in 2025. Step outside to a generous backyard featuring a large patio, established peach and apple trees, a detached one-car garage, and a spacious storage shed.

Whether you're buying your first home or exploring a potential rental investment, this property is one to not miss. It's also located in an NFC lending area, where eligible buyers may qualify for down payment assistance, special lending programs, and renovation loans. Schedule your showing and see all this home has to offer! All information obtained from seller and public records

Monthly Cost Estimate

$936/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$127
Interest$758
Insurance$51

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

2705 E 16th Street

Des Moines, IA 50316

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

DiningArea

Exterior Features

DeckPatioStorage

Property Details

Construction

VinylSiding

Outdoor Features

DeckPatio

Parking

Garage

Heating

Forced AirNatural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

DryerRefrigeratorStoveWasher

Questions & Answers

This 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 2705 E 16th Street is listed at $175,000 ($193/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $936 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 1950, 0.20 acre lot. Interior Features: DiningArea. Exterior Features: Deck, Patio, Storage.

This property is listed by Sara Hopkins.

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Sara Hopkins

Agent at RE/MAX Precision

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

MLS# 750902· Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®, Inc.· 20 days on PropertySimple

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2705 E 16th Street, Des Moines, IA 50316

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