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Historic 3-Unit Income Property

672 19th Street Des Moines, IA 50314

672 19th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50314
$149,000
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$149,000

MULTI_FAMILY - Other - Des Moines, IA

Property Size4,737 SF
Lot Size0.17 Acres
Price / SF$31.45
AddedDec 1, 2025
Days on Market225
Last RefreshJul 14 at 7:06 pm

Property Features for 672 19th Street

General Information

Property type
Residential Multi Family
Property subtype
Other
Zoning
R-HD
Standard status
Active
APN
03000436000000
Size
4,737 SF
Lot size
0.17 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year
2025
Tax Description
LOT 6 T E BROWNS 2ND ADD
Tax Annual Amount
3950

Utilities

Sewer type
Public Sewer
Heating system
Natural Gas
Cooling system
Window Unit(s)
Water source
Public

Building Details

Year built
1914
Floors in Building
3
Flooring type
Hardwood
Building materials
Stucco
Roof type
Rubber
Architectural style
Other

Listing agent York Taenzer

Listing office Iowa Realty Mills Crossing 5901 Mills Civic Parkway Ste., West Des Moines, IA

Listing date Dec 1, 2025

MLS# 731168 Listing URL

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This historic income property was built as a 3-plex in the early 1900s. Each floor was originally laid out as a two-bedroom apartment with a formal dining room, large living room, and sunroom. Some original tile and hardwood flooring remain, along with the original fire boxes and chimney, and the interior is mostly demolished and ready for restoration. The back addition has some fire damage and needs repair, though the seller can complete repairs prior to close if requested.

The property includes a newer commercial TPO roof installed by the previous owner. It is offered in the R-HD zoning district and totals about 4,737 square feet on a roughly 0.172-acre lot.

Historic tax credits are available, with eligibility noted up to 45% for qualifying restoration work, and the property is also described as qualifying for a 10-year tax abatement on all improvements. Floorplan drawings for a 3-bedroom layout are available upon request.

Key Highlights

  • Historic Sherman Hill property built in 1914; constructed as a 3‑plex with two‑bedroom apartments.
  • Each floor includes a 1,400 SF two‑bedroom unit with formal dining room, large living room, and sunroom.
  • Some original tile and hardwood flooring remain; building includes original fire boxes and chimney.

Property Analytics

Property Profile Location Intelligence

Current Use by Public Records

Triplexes

Suggested Use

HVAC Service (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Home Appliance Store Plumbing Service (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Butcher Garden Center (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store

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

FAQs

What type of property is this?
Triplex - Historic 3-plex built in the early 1900s, with a newer TPO roof and interior demolition ready for restoration.
Where is this triplex located?
The property is located at 672 19th Street Des Moines, IA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $149,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Historic Sherman Hill property built in 1914; constructed as a 3‑plex with two‑bedroom apartments.; Each floor includes a 1,400 SF two‑bedroom unit with formal dining room, large living room, and sunroom.; Some original tile and hardwood flooring remain; building includes original fire boxes and chimney.
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