702 Polk Blvd, Des Moines, IA, 50312
About This Home
Beautifully updated historic home on Polk Blvd featuring 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and a 2-car attached garage. Step inside to a spacious modern kitchen, perfect for entertaining and daily living. The living room showcases a stunning floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, creating a warm focal point for the home. Upstairs, you’ll find generous bedrooms with plenty of space for family, guests, or home offices (all 6 are upstairs). Bathrooms have been thoughtfully updated, blending modern finishes with timeless character. Outside, enjoy the deck overlooking the backyard, ideal for summer gatherings or quiet evenings. With its prime location on one of Des Moines’ most sought-after boulevards, this home combines historic charm, modern updates, and everyday functionality in one remarkable package.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Some Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1914
Materials
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
- Construction materials: Stone,Stucco,Wood Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dryer,Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Stove,Wine Cooler,Washer
- Laundry features: Main Level
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Unfinished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood,Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Gas,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,668
- Total interior livable area: 2,668 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 782501402025
- Zoning: N5
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck
- Fencing: Other
Lot
- Lot size: 9,234 sqft
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached,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
- 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 | $2,452 | $29,424 |
| Home Insurance * | $327 | $3,924 |
| Property Taxes | $691 | $8,292 |
| Electricity | $199 | $2,388 |
| Total | $3,669 | $44,028 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Iowa FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-01 | Listed for sale | $500,000 |
| 2025-12-22 | Listing removed | $500,000 |
| 2025-11-14 | Price change | $500,000 |
| 2025-09-04 | Listed for sale | $525,000 |
| 2024-03-28 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2024-02-15 | Listed for sale | $515,000 |
| 2015-09-11 | Sold | $274,300 |
| 2015-07-25 | Price change | $285,000 |
| 2015-06-26 | Price change | $280,000 |
| 2015-06-12 | Price change | $290,000 |
| 2015-05-07 | Price change | $299,900 |
| 2015-04-22 | Listed for sale | $309,900 |
| 1999-09-15 | Sold | $152,000 |
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