Rockhood
$499,950List price
3 bed · 1 bath · 1,300 sq ft
Active

1649 S 223rd Street · Des Moines, WA 98198

Source: NWMLS · Tribeca NW Real Estate · Ashley Wise #NWM2598648

About this home

Welcome home to this charming and spacious rambler in the heart of Des Moines! Offering 1,300 square feet of comfortable single-level living, this 3-bedroom, 1-bath home combines character, functionality, and endless possibilities. Step inside to discover inviting living spaces, hardwood floors, and a cozy fireplace perfect for those Pacific Northwest evenings. Beautifully update kitchen is the heart of the home. The versatile floor plan provides plenty of room to relax, entertain, or work from home. Situated on a generous, nearly quarter-acre lot, the expansive outdoor space offers endless opportunities for gardening, entertaining, or creating your dream backyard retreat. Conveniently located near parks, shopping, dining, schools, and major commuter routes, with easy access to the Des Moines waterfront and marina. Enjoy the perfect combination of space, comfort, and convenience in a fantastic location. Don't miss this opportunity to make it yours!

Location

Basics

Property type
Single Family Residence
Style
Traditional
Stories
1 story
Condition
Good
Year built
1955
Lot size
11,850 sq ft (0.27 acres)
County
King
MLS #
NWM2598648

Interior

Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
None
Flooring
Laminate, Vinyl Plank
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
Fireplace
1 · Wood Burning
Interior features
Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Fireplace
Entry level
Main

Exterior & lot

Exterior features
Brick, Wood Products
Roof
Composition
Foundation
Poured Concrete
Lot features
Corner Lot, Paved
Topography
Level
View
Territorial
Waterfront
No

Parking

Parking features
Driveway, RV Parking

Utilities

Water
Public
Sewer
Septic Tank
Power
Electric

Community & fees

Subdivision
Des Moines
Property tax
$5,677 (2025)

Transaction

Listed on
Oct 28, 2026
Days active
9
Price per sq ft
$385
Listing terms
Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Possession
Closing, Negotiable

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Sale history

Earlier listings of this home on the MLS.

2010-03-26
Sold$180,000
2002-06-28
Sold$185,448
2000-03-21
Sold$143,000

Schools

School district: Highline

Elementary
Des Moines Elem
Middle
Pacific Mid
High
Mount Rainier High School
SchoolDigger 2 stars · Top 59% in WA

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Listing provided courtesy of: Tribeca NW Real Estate

Listing agent: Ashley Wise.

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Data last updated 2026-10-29.