2834 Maple St, Des Moines, IA, 50317
About This Home
Welcome home to this charming 2-bedroom, 2-bath ranch on a spacious corner lot in a convenient Des Moines location! Whether you're looking for an affordable place to call home or a property with income potential, this home offers plenty of possibilities. Inside, you'll find fresh interior paint, an inviting layout, and a functional kitchen. All kitchen appliances, plus the washer and dryer, are included, making this home move-in ready. The enclosed front porch is the perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee or relax at the end of the day. The unfinished basement features a ¾ bathroom and an existing egress window, providing the potential to add a third bedroom and increase future value. Outside, enjoy a detached garage, off-street parking, and a spacious yard. Located just blocks from the Iowa State Fairgrounds, the property also offers potential income by renting parking during the annual Fair. An added bonus—this home is located within the Neighborhood Finance Corporation (NFC) lending area, making it eligible for buyers who qualify for NFC financing and grant programs. Conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, downtown Des Moines, and major highways, this home offers affordability, flexibility, and opportunity. Don't miss your chance to make it yours!
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Some Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1921
Materials
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Metal,Shingle
- Construction materials: Vinyl Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dryer,Dishwasher,Microwave,Refrigerator,Stove,Washer
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Unfinished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Features
- Dining Area
- Flooring: Laminate
- Finished area below ground: 0
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Gas,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 716
- Total interior livable area: 716 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 05001333000000
- Zoning: N3C
Features
- Stories: 1
- Fencing: Chain Link
Lot
- Lot size: 7,056 sqft
- Features: Corner Lot
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached,Garage,One Car Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 1
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Strong Wind
- Cold Wave
- Hail
- Heat Wave
- Tornado
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Iowa Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $733 | $8,796 |
| Home Insurance * | $107 | $1,284 |
| Property Taxes | $199 | $2,388 |
| Electricity | $121 | $1,452 |
| Total | $1,160 | $13,920 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Iowa FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
No zestimate history available
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-12 | Pending sale | $145,000 |
| 2026-07-27 | Listed for sale | $145,000 |
| 2026-07-20 | Pending sale | $145,000 |
| 2026-07-10 | Listed for sale | $145,000 |
| 2021-03-24 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2012-08-13 | Listing removed | $56,000 |
| 2012-06-14 | Listed for sale | $56,000 |
| 2011-07-06 | Sold | $21,500 |
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