NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1104 E Thornton Ave Des Moines, IA 50315

South Central DSM Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $163,000 - $168,765

3 Beds
1 Bath
944 Sq Ft
$176/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: February 13, 2026

Last sale price $165,000 $175 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,155 / mo

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Wood Flooring
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Family Room Downstairs

About This Home

As of February 2026

Welcome to this charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath ranch located in a quiet, mature neighborhood on the south side of Des Moines. This home offers a functional layout with a 1-car attached garage, a privacy-fenced backyard, and a spacious 12x16 deck, perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying outdoor space in comfort. The basement is already framed with partial sheetrock and features a large open room that would make an ideal family room, rec space, or future finished living area, offering great potential to add value. With minor repairs and maintenance needed, this home is priced accordingly, making it an excellent opportunity for a first-time home buyer looking to build equity or an investor seeking a solid rental or renovation project.
Conveniently located just minutes from downtown Des Moines, Easter Lake, Blank Park Zoo, and several local parks, this property combines neighborhood charm with easy access to recreation, dining, and employment centers. A great opportunity to own in a desirable area with room to make it your own, don't miss it.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Galen Kurth

RE/MAX Concepts Listed on: 02/06/2026

RE/MAX Concepts

Last Buyer's Agent

Abraham Sanchez

Realty ONE Group Impact

Realty ONE Group Impact

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,316

Year Built

  • Built in 1965

Lot Details

  • 8,160 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 60x136
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Wood Fence

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Poured Concrete
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 944 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 01004735054000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,316

Year Built

Built in 1965

Lot Details

8,160 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 174.79
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 174.79
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1965
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting, Hardwood Floors, Laminate Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen
  • Family Room: Lower Level
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 944
  • Total Sq Ft: 944

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Wood
  • Exterior Features: Fully Fenced Yard
  • Fence Type: Wood
  • Foundation: Poured
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Oak

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Sq Ft: 240
  • Garage: 1 Attached
  • Garage Parking Stalls: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1870
  • Lot S F: 8160
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 60X136
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 01004735054000
  • Zoning: Res

Green Features

  • Additional Green Features: No
  • ENERGYSTAR qualified New Home: No
  • HERS Rating: No
  • Leed For Homes: No
  • Solar: No

Multi Family

  • Geo Solar Thermal: No

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 3315.53
  • Net Taxes: 3315.53

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 6, 2026
Closed on
Feb 13, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Galen Kurth
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Abraham Sanchez
Realty ONE Group Impact
List Price
$165,000
Sold Price
$165,000
Views
14
Current Estimated Value
$165,941

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$941
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.98%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 7, 2021
Closed on
Sep 26, 2021
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Anne Ades
Realty ONE Group Impact
Buyer's Agent
Galen Kurth
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$140,000
Sold Price
$143,000
Premium/Discount to List
$3,000
2.14%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.32%
Original Mortgage
$138,710
Interest Rate
3.01%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 28, 2016
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 8, 2016
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 30, 2013
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 22, 2004
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 23, 2002
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 23, 2002
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,916
Interest Rate
6.8%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$165,000 None Listed On Document
$143,000 First American Mortgage Sln
-- None Available
$10,520 None Available
-- None Available
$127,500 --
-- --
$102,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner $138,710
Previous Owner $138,710
Previous Owner $100,916
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
02/13/2026 02/13/26 Sold $165,000 0.0% $175 / Sq Ft
02/09/2026 02/09/26 Pending -- -- --
02/06/2026 02/06/26 For Sale $165,000 +15.4% $175 / Sq Ft
09/30/2021 09/30/21 Sold $143,000 +2.1% $151 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/08/2021 07/08/21 Pending -- -- --
07/07/2021 07/07/21 For Sale $140,000 -- $148 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Tax History

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Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $3,128 $175,900 $35,500 $140,400
2024 $3,128 $159,000 $31,600 $127,400
2023 $3,104 $159,000 $31,600 $127,400
2022 $3,080 $131,700 $26,900 $104,800
2021 $2,994 $131,700 $26,900 $104,800
2020 $3,110 $120,000 $24,400 $95,600
2019 $2,930 $120,000 $24,400 $95,600
2018 $2,900 $109,000 $21,700 $87,300
2017 $2,686 $109,000 $21,700 $87,300
2016 $2,616 $99,300 $19,500 $79,800
2015 $2,616 $99,300 $19,500 $79,800
2014 $2,514 $98,200 $18,900 $79,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Galen Kurth

    Seller's Agent in 2026

    Galen Kurth

    RE/MAX

    (515) 238-7633

    3 in this area

    120 Total Sales

    Galen Kurth
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    Buyer's Agent in 2026

    Abraham Sanchez

    Realty ONE Group Impact

    (515) 771-2335

    5 in this area

    48 Total Sales

    Abraham Sanchez
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  • Anne Ades

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Anne Ades

    Realty ONE Group Impact

    (619) 699-9428

    1 in this area

    38 Total Sales

    Anne Ades
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 733976

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 010-04735054000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50315 South Central DSM

1104 E Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA

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