




2601 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA, 50317
About This Home
Welcome home to this inviting ranch situated on a spacious corner lot with mature trees and plenty of room to enjoy both inside and out. With multiple living spaces, a large yard, and a convenient location, this home offers the flexibility today's buyers are looking for. The main level features three comfortable bedrooms, a welcoming family room filled with natural light, and a functional layout that's easy to make your own. Downstairs, the finished lower level provides even more living space with a second family room, a non-conforming fourth bedroom that's perfect for guests, a home office, or workout space, plus a 3/4 bath for added convenience. Step outside to enjoy the patio, entertain friends and family, or simply relax while taking advantage of the generous outdoor space. The detached two car garage offers additional storage and functionality. Located just minutes from parks, walking trails, shopping, and everyday conveniences, and within walking distance to Brubaker Elementary and Hoyt Middle School, this home combines comfort, space, and an excellent location. Whether you're purchasing your first home, looking for more room, or ready to right-size, this is one you won't want to miss!
Getting Around
Schools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1960
Materials
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
- Construction materials: Metal 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: Egress Windows,Finished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Features
- Finished area below ground: 641
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Gas,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 864
- Total interior livable area: 864 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 06007927125000
- Zoning: R
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Open,Patio
- Exterior features: Patio,Storage
Lot
- Lot size: 9,278 sqft
- Features: Corner Lot
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached,Garage,Two Car Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
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
- Cold Wave
- Hail
- Heat Wave
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
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 | $1,284 | $15,408 |
| Home Insurance * | $188 | $2,256 |
| Property Taxes | $343 | $4,116 |
| Electricity | $121 | $1,452 |
| Total | $1,936 | $23,232 |
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
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-22 | Price change | $254,000 |
| 2026-05-13 | Listed for sale | $259,000 |
| 2023-05-11 | Sold | $221,000 |
| 2023-04-03 | Pending sale | $220,000 |
| 2023-03-27 | Price change | $220,000 |
| 2023-03-11 | Listed for sale | $230,000 |
