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Duplex with New Roof, Siding, HVAC

4001/4003 79th Street Urbandale, IA 50322

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4001/4003 79th Street, Urbandale, IA, 50322
$279,900
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$279,900

MULTI_FAMILY - Ranch - Urbandale, IA

Property Size1,408 SF
Lot Size0.32 Acres
Price / SF$198.79
AddedJul 15
Days on Market1
Last RefreshJul 15 at 3:06 pm

Property Features for 4001/4003 79th Street

General Information

Property type
Residential Multi Family
Property subtype
Duplex
Zoning
R-1S
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2
Rooms
Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Basement, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 4
Appliances
Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Standard status
Active
APN
31202612803000
Size
1,408 SF
Lot size
0.32 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Description
LOT 8 RICHARDS PARK PLAZA PLAT 3
Tax Annual Amount
4245

Utilities

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

Building Details

Year built
1972
Floors in Building
1
Number of units
2
Flooring type
Carpet
Building materials
Brick
Roof type
Shingle, Asphalt
Architectural style
Ranch

Listing agent Deb Stokka License #S535011000

Listing office RE/MAX Precision 709 SW 3rd Street, Clive, IA

Listing date Jul 15, 2026

MLS# 745187 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.


Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This ranch-style duplex features a functional layout with a spacious living/family room and a nice-sized kitchen with cabinets and all appliances included. Each unit has two bedrooms and a full bath. Laundry is conveniently located in the walk-out basement, and there is private outdoor yard space. The seller notes that major components are new, including the roof, siding, and HVAC.

The property is zoned R-1S and is situated on a 0.32-acre lot. The listing is at 4001/4003 79th Street in Urbandale, IA (Polk County).

According to the public remarks, two additional duplexes on the same street are also available for sale as a package or individually.

Key Highlights

  • Duplex built in 1972 with brick construction and ranch architectural style
  • All appliances included: washer, dryer, microwave, refrigerator, and stove
  • Central air cooling and natural gas forced‑air heating

Local Financial Insights For Multifamily LT 5

Simulate Cap Rate and NOI

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.

Component $ $/SF
Gross rent $18.9k $13.44
− Vacancy −$1.1k −$0.77
EGI $17.8k $12.67
− OpEx −$5.4k −$3.80
NOI $12.5k $8.87
1,408 SF · lease $13.44/SF/yr · vacancy 5.70% · expense 30.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$178.4K
$156.1K – $208.2K (±1% cap)
NOI $12,491 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.46%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$156.0K
$136.5K – $182.0K (±1% cap)
NOI $10,919 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.90%
Theoretical Best
Flex RnD
$1.36M
$1.19M – $1.58M (±1% cap)
NOI $94,877 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 33.90%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Property Analytics

Property Profile Location Intelligence

Current Use by Public Records

Duplexes

Suggested Use

Law Firm Real Estate Agency Building Supply HVAC Service Electrical Service Computer & Electronic Repair Kitchen & Bath Showroom Bakery Big Box & Wholesale Store Locksmith

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

FAQs

What type of property is this?
Duplex - Duplex offers two bedrooms per unit, included appliances, and convenient laundry in a walk-out basement.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 4001/4003 79th Street Urbandale, IA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $279,900.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Duplex built in 1972 with brick construction and ranch architectural style; All appliances included: washer, dryer, microwave, refrigerator, and stove; Central air cooling and natural gas forced‑air heating
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