# 1916 York Street, Des Moines, IA 50316

> **TL;DR:** 2bd/1ba single family, $199,900 ($172/sqft), built 1915, 1,165 sqft.
> Hardwood, A/C. Est. $866/mo. Listed 279 days.

## Property at a Glance

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Price | $199,900 |
| Price/sqft | $172 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 1 full |
| Square Feet | 1,165 |
| Year Built | 1915 |
| Lot Size | 7,971 sqft (0.18 acres) |
| Stories | 2 |
| Property Type | Single Family (Single Family Residence) |
| Status | For Sale |
| Days on Market | 279 |

## Why This Home Stands Out

- **Hardwood Floors** - Throughout the home

## Estimated Monthly Costs

| Category | Amount |
|----------|--------|
| Mortgage (20% down, 6.5%) | $866 |
| **Total** | **$866** |

## Key Amenities

- Hardwood
- A/C

## Property Highlights

- Built in 1915
- 0.18 acre lot
- 2 stories

## Description

### Agent Description
Recent updates to this 2 bedroom in Union Park neighborhood include new AC and furnace, fresh paint throughout and an updated bathroom. Original hardwood floors and woodwork throughout including the staircase. Pantry off the kitchen for a huge amount of storage. Large basement with some areas ready to finish. A workbench in the basement for those that like to build or do crafts. Enclosed front porch could be great for enjoying morning coffee. Come put your personal final touches on this home.

## Location

- **Address:** 1916 York Street, Des Moines, IA 50316
- **County:** Polk
- **Coordinates:** 41.612069, -93.602305
- **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=41.612069,-93.602305

## Listing Agent

- **Name:** Scott Leff
- **Brokerage:** Iotis Realty, LLC
- **Phone:** 5156690923
- **Email:** leffs@msn.com

## Primary Photo

![1916 York Street - Primary Photo](http://lh.rdcpix.com/adb5dcf529677602950eee14019c1fe1l-f268547206r.jpg)

*12 total photos available on [listing page](https://www.propertysimple.com/listing/1916-york-street-des-moines-ia-50316-a721651)*

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**MLS#:** 721651 | **Updated:** 2026-04-24
**Source:** listhub

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