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Duplex with Finished Attic
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$199,900

1175 21st St, Des Moines, IA 50311

Both residences have basement laundry access, with additional laundry hookups upstairs.

Property Size1,842 SF
Price / SF$108.52
Days on Market15

Property Features for 1175 21st St

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 1,842 SF
Property subtype Multi-Family

Building Details

Year Built 1909
Listing Agency: Pennie Carroll & Associates
Listed By: The Kew Real Estate Team
Source: Realtorchriskew
Added: Sep 30 Changed: Oct 13 Last Checked: Oct 12 at 7:59PM

Displayed information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. All listing content including descriptions, pricing, images are the copyrighted material of Pennie Carroll & Associates

Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This two-story duplex contains 1,842 square feet and was built in 1909. The first-floor residence has two bedrooms and one bathroom; the second-floor unit includes a finished attic, four bedrooms, and two bathrooms. Both units can access the basement laundry area, and laundry hookups are also available upstairs.

A detached garage accommodates more than two cars, with additional parking off the driveway. The property is next to Drake University in Des Moines.

Key Highlights

  • Two‑story duplex with 1,842 square feet, built in 1909
  • First‑floor unit has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom
  • Second‑floor unit has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a finished attic

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$17,185
Cap Rate
8.60%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$343,700 $343.7K
Cap Rate 7%
$245,500 $245.5K
Cap Rate 9%
$190,944 $190.9K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 1,842 SF
Gross rent
$25.4K $13.80/SF
− Vacancy
−$869 −$0.47/SF
EGI
$24.6K $13.33/SF
− OpEx
−$7.4K −$4.00/SF
NOI
$17.2K $9.33/SF
Area
Des Moines, IA
Vacancy
3.42%
Lease Rate
$13.80 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$343,700
Cap Rate 7%
$245,500
Cap Rate 9%
$190,944

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$245.5K
$214.8K – $286.4K (±1% cap)
NOI $17,185 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 8.60%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$219.3K
$191.9K – $255.9K (±1% cap)
NOI $15,353 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.68%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$453.6K
$396.9K – $529.3K (±1% cap)
NOI $31,755 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 15.89%
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Current Use

Duplexes

Suggested Use

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Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

613
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 50311, IA

14,782
Population
7,180
Households
2.1
Avg Household Size
30
Median Age
41%
College-Educated
94%
High-School Grad
2.6 sq mi
ZIP Area
5,685
Density / Sq Mi
$63,233
Median Household Income
$35,086
Median Earnings
$1,019
Median Rent
$228,000
Median Home Value
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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in Midwest region

6.5% 2022
7.5% 2023
7.8% 2024
8% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Duplex - Both residences have basement laundry access, with additional laundry hookups upstairs.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 1175 21st St Des Moines, IA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $199,900.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Two‑story duplex with 1,842 square feet, built in 1909; First‑floor unit has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom; Second‑floor unit has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a finished attic
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