Open House Jul 1 at 4:30PM - 6:30PM CDT
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Request Info$195,000
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1444 55th Street Overview
- Time on Site:
- 60 days
- Visits:
- 22
Welcome to 1444 55th St in Des Moines! This cozy 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath home offers a great blend of comfort, updates, and opportunity. Fresh interior paint throughout gives the home a clean, move-in ready feel, while new flooring in both bathrooms and the finished portion of the basement adds modern touches where it counts. Major updates have already been taken care of, including a new roof on both the home and the garage in 2024, giving peace of mind for years to come. Step outside to enjoy the brand-new back deck, built in 2025—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Previously used as a rental property, this home presents a solid investment opportunity, or an ideal starter home for anyone looking to build equity. A deep 2-car detached garage provides plenty of space for parking, storage, or a workshop. Whether you're looking to invest or settle into your first home, this property offers value, updates, and potential all in one!
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1444 55th Street Facts & Features
- Type Single Family
- Sq. ft. 866
- Price/Sq.ft. $225
Details
General
Association/HOA
- Association: false
School Information
- School District: Des Moines Independent
Building Information
- Year Built: 1952
Location/Region
- County Or Parish: Polk
- MLS Area Major: Des Moines N.West
- Postal City: Des Moines
Rent/Lease Information
- Lease Considered: false
Tax Information
- Tax Annual Amount: 3605.83
General Information
- Listing Terms: Cash,Conventional
- Parcel Number: 100/12071-000-000
- Property Sub Type: Residential
- Property Type: Residential
- Senior Community: false
- Zoning: N3B
Interior
Parking Information
- Garage Spaces: 2.0
- Garage: true
Beds/Baths
- Bathrooms Full: 1
- Bathrooms Half: 1
- Bathrooms Three Quarter: 0
- Bathrooms Total: 2
- Bedrooms Total: 2
Building Interior
- Below Grade Finished Area: 384.0
- Building Area Total: 866.0
General Information
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Foundation Details: Block
- Living Area: 866.0
- Main Level Bedrooms: 2
- Stories: 1
Exterior
Parking Information
- Parking Features: Detached,Garage,Two Car Garage
Lot Information
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Road Surface Type: Concrete
- Water Source: Public
Building Exterior/Construction
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Attached Garage: false
- Construction Materials: Metal Siding
- Patio And Porch Features: Deck
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
General Information
- Exterior Features: Deck
- Sewer: Public Sewer
1444 55th Street Neighborhood
Community
50311 (Des Moines) Demographics
29
Median Age
6,344
Population Density (per sq. mile)
52%
College Educated
$55,066
Estimated Median Income
3,085
Estimated Total Home Owners
2,994
Estimated Total Renters
51% / 49%
Estimated Owner / Renter Divide
2
Estimated Average Household Size
Schools
School data courtesy of LiveBy, Inc. School ratings are based on a scale of 1-5, with 5 being the highest rating and 1 being the lowest rating.1444 55th Street Monthly Cost
1444 55th Street Market Data
Based on the last 30 days in this zip code
$264,849
Average List Price
$181
Average Price per Square Foot
27
Properties Sold
131
Average Days on Market
93
Properties for Sale
1444 55th Street History
| Date | Value | Agent |
|---|---|---|
| 5/29/2026Source: Des Moines Area | $195,000 -5.8% |
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| 4/30/2026Source: Des Moines Area | April 30, 2026 |
Listing provided courtesy of Keller Williams Realty GDM- MLS# 739724
Contact Information: (515) 423-4637
Contact Information: (515) 423-4637