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    1175 21st Street, Des Moines, IA 50311

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    $210,000

    MULTI_FAMILY - Other - Des Moines, IA

    Type:Duplex
    Property size:
    1,568 SF
    Lot size:
    0.21 Acres
    Price / SF:
    $133/SF
    Added:
    Nov 6, 2025
    Days on Market:
    192
    Last Refresh:
    May 17 at 11:06 am

    Property Features for 1175 21st Street

    General Information

    Property type
    Residential Multi Family
    Property subtype
    Duplex
    Zoning
    N5-4
    Bedrooms
    6
    Bathrooms
    3
    Rooms
    Bedroom 5, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 6, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 3
    Parking features
    Garage
    Appliances
    Refrigerator, Stove
    Standard status
    Active
    APN
    03005120001000
    Size
    1,568 SF
    Lot size
    0.21 Acres

    Taxes and HOA fees

    Tax Year
    2024
    Tax Description
    LOT 9 & S 20F LOT 10 T M WALKERS ELM GROVE ADD
    Tax Annual Amount
    2182

    Utilities

    Sewer type
    Public Sewer
    Heating system
    Forced Air, Natural Gas
    Cooling system
    Central Air
    Water source
    Public

    Building Details

    Year built
    1909
    Flooring type
    Vinyl, Carpet, Laminate
    Building materials
    VinylSiding
    Roof type
    Shingle, Asphalt
    Architectural style
    Other

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    Listing Contact
    Ayeesha Ali
    Ayeesha Ali

    Listing agent Ayeesha Ali License #S66701000

    Listing office RE/MAX Concepts 905 W Bridge Rd, IA

    Listing date Nov 6, 2025

    MLS# 729944 Listing URL

    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.

    HighLights

    • Prime location steps from Drake University campus.
    • Strong rental income potential.
    • Two units: one with 2 bedrooms/1 bath, and another with 4 bedrooms/2 baths.
    • Current rental certificate in place.
    • Shared basement with laundry hookups and ample storage.
    • Central air conditioning.

    Overview

    This two-story duplex presents an investment opportunity near the Drake University campus. The property includes two units: one with 2 bedrooms and 1 bath, and another with 4 bedrooms and 2 baths. The layout is suitable for student housing or multi-generational living. Both units have access to a shared basement, which includes laundry hookups and storage space. The property, situated on a 0.209-acre lot, has a total area of 1568 square feet and is located in Des Moines, Iowa. The zoning is N5-4. The property holds a current rental certificate, making it an income-producing opportunity.

    Financial Insights

    Value Estimation Calculated for Multifamily LT 5

    Conservative
    $162.5K
    NOI $14,629 @ 9.00% cap · cautious / downside scenario
    Moderate
    $209.0K
    NOI $14,629 @ 7.00% cap · market / base-case scenario
    Aggressive
    $292.6K
    NOI $14,629 @ 5.00% cap · optimistic / upside scenario

    NOI & Cap Rate Calculator

    NOI Build-Up
    Vacancy
    income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year — subtracted from gross rent.
    EGI (Effective Gross Income)
    gross rent minus vacancy losses — the realistic income before paying operating costs.
    OpEx (Operating Expenses)
    recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management) — excludes financing and capital improvements.
    NOI (Net Operating Income)
    income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.
         Calculated for Multifamily LT 5

    Component $ $/SF
    Gross rent $21.6k $13.80
    − Vacancy −$740 −$0.47
    EGI $20.9k $13.33
    − OpEx −$6.3k −$4.00
    NOI $14.6k $9.33
    1,568 SF · lease $13.80/SF/yr · vacancy 3.42% · expense 30.00%

    Alternative Use Scenarios

    Best Use
    Multifamily LT 5
    $209.0K
    $182.9K – $243.8K (±1% cap)
    NOI $14,629 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.97%
    Second Best
    Apartment 5plus
    $186.7K
    $163.4K – $217.8K (±1% cap)
    NOI $13,069 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.22%
    Theoretical Best
    Office A
    $386.2K
    $337.9K – $450.5K (±1% cap)
    NOI $27,032 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 12.87%
    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.
    Property Profile Insight Report Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Duplexes

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Law Firm Restaurant Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Gym & Fitness Center Auto Repair Shop

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Location Insight

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    City
    Des Moines
    County
    Polk
    State
    Iowa
    Longitude
    -93.644573
    Latitude
    41.60015

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Duplex - Spacious duplex near Drake University with strong rental potential.
    Where is this duplex located?
    The property is located at 1175 21st Street Des Moines, IA.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $210,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Prime location steps from Drake University campus.; Strong rental income potential.; Two units: one with **2 bedrooms/1 bath**, and another with **4 bedrooms/2 baths**.
    (515) 984-0222
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    Listing Contact
    Ayeesha Ali
    Ayeesha Ali
    Real Estate License ID: S66701000
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    How We Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

    • Recent sale price (if available)
    • Statistical models using comparable sales
    • AI-powered valuation estimates

    Example Calculation

    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

    Disclaimer

    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

    • Cap Rate calculations depend on market data that may change over time
    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

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    Capitalization Method calculates value based on estimated net operating income (NOI) and applying a market-based capitalization rate (cap rate), we estimate what a typical investor might be willing to pay for it.

    Comparable approach

    Comparable estimate is based on recent sales of similar nearby properties, adjusted for factors like size, condition, and location.

    Relative

    Relative property class coefficient uses factors that account for typical price differences between various asset types (e.g., retail vs. industrial) to provide a more accurate market-aligned estimate.

    Geo

    Comparable Sales Method, enhanced by Geo coefficients — location-based adjustment factors that reflect differences in price levels across neighborhoods, cities, or regions ensuring a more accurate, market-sensitive valuation.

    Stat Estimate

    This method estimates value based on actual market adjusted recent (~5 years) sales of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
    AI Estimate

    This method estimates value based on AI market estimation of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
    Alternative use

    Estimate considers the property’s potential value if used for a different purpose-based on zoning, demand, and market feasibility.

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