$232,500

1232 Carrie Ave Des Moines, IA 50315

Watrous South Neighborhood

Estimated payment $1,595/month

Total Views 4,252
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,025 Sq Ft
$227 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • No HOA
  • Family Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Dining Area

About This Home

Charming three-bedroom house in the heart of Des Moines Southwest side. Brick exterior adds to the charm of this southside staple ranch plan. The foyer offers access to the dining area and the living room. The kitchen has access to the back door, stairs and a door to the third bedroom that can be used as an additional dining space or office. The finish in the lower level is partial and ready for your finishing touches. Property has been well maintained and updated over the years with minimal deferred maintenance. Plenty of recent updates within the past 30 days.

Listing Agent

Todd Fatino

Modern Realty Listed on: 07/07/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,734

Year Built

  • Built in 1955

Lot Details

  • 0.26 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 80x140
  • Property is zoned N3A

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,025 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room
  • Dining Area
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Unfinished Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 12001722000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,734

Year Built

Built in 1955

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 226.83
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath Lower: 1
  • Basement Description: Partial Finished, Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 1025
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 500
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Other Rooms: 3 Season
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1025
  • Total Sq Ft: 1025

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick
  • Foundation: Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Sq Ft: 480
  • Garage: 2 Detached
  • Garage Parking Stalls: 2

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2590
  • Lot S F: 11270
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 80X140
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 12001722000000
  • Zoning: N3A

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: 3734.00
  • Net Taxes: 3734.00
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Map

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Tax History

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
2024 $3,734 $200,300 $39,100 $161,200
2023 $3,602 $200,300 $39,100 $161,200
2022 $3,572 $161,700 $32,900 $128,800
2021 $3,556 $161,700 $32,900 $128,800
2020 $3,688 $151,100 $30,700 $120,400
2019 $3,564 $151,100 $30,700 $120,400
2018 $3,522 $141,100 $28,000 $113,100
2017 $3,156 $141,100 $28,000 $113,100
2016 $3,070 $125,200 $24,600 $100,600
2015 $3,070 $125,200 $24,600 $100,600
2014 $3,060 $123,900 $23,900 $100,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/07/2025 07/07/25 For Sale $232,500 -- $227 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Warranty Deed $131,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $100,500 New Conventional
Closed $114,500 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Closed $112,200 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 721697

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 120-01722000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50315 Watrous South

1232 Carrie Ave, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 1232 Carrie Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 and is currently priced at $232,500, approximately $226 per square foot. This property was built in 1955. 1232 Carrie Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Wright Elementary School, Brody Middle School, and Lincoln High School.

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