1251 S 230th St Des Moines, WA 98198
Central Des Moines NeighborhoodEstimated payment $3,515/month
Highlights
- 0.72 Acre Lot
- Territorial View
- No HOA
- Fruit Trees
- Vaulted Ceiling
- 1 Car Attached Garage
About This Home
NO HOA and a lender credit??? Ask your agent about how this benefits YOU! This hidden gem has withstood the test of time, solidly built & beautifully updated w/granite countertops, SS appliances, LVP flooring, sound-resistant windows, & 50 year roof. 2 bed, 1 bath & 1-car garage, this home blends classic character w/modern comfort. Nestled at the end of a quiet dead-end road, enjoy peace & privacy while just minutes from the Des Moines waterfront, marina, beaches, restaurants & shops. Endless potential - add a DADU/ADU, detached shop, or 2nd small home (buyer to verify). As winter approaches-cozy evenings by the fireplace! Imagine the possibilities this special property holds. A rare find where charm, updates & opportunity come together!
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)
MLS#: 2443099
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,889
Year Built
- Built in 1920
Lot Details
- 0.72 Acre Lot
- Dirt Road
- Street terminates at a dead end
- West Facing Home
- Steep Slope
- Fruit Trees
- Wooded Lot
- Garden
- Property is in very good condition
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Driveway
Home Design
- Block Foundation
- Composition Roof
- Wood Composite
Interior Spaces
- 1,167 Sq Ft Home
- 1.5-Story Property
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Electric Fireplace
- Triple Pane Windows
- Dining Room
- Territorial Views
Kitchen
- Stove
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Carpet
- Ceramic Tile
- Vinyl Plank
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- Baseboard Heating
- Water Heater
- High Speed Internet
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Des Moines Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Down Payment Assistance Available
- Visit Down Payment Resource Website
- Assessor Parcel Number 2011400112
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $5,888 | $495,000 | $234,000 | $261,000 |
| 2023 | $5,553 | $444,000 | $211,000 | $233,000 |
| 2022 | $5,074 | $482,000 | $203,000 | $279,000 |
| 2021 | $4,545 | $386,000 | $166,000 | $220,000 |
| 2020 | $4,342 | $326,000 | $145,000 | $181,000 |
| 2018 | $3,428 | $248,000 | $130,000 | $118,000 |
| 2017 | $2,837 | $224,000 | $124,000 | $100,000 |
| 2016 | $2,557 | $185,000 | $113,000 | $72,000 |
| 2015 | $2,409 | $169,000 | $105,000 | $64,000 |
| 2014 | -- | $158,000 | $99,000 | $59,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $123,000 | $90,000 | $33,000 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/11/2025 12/11/25 | Price Changed | $575,000 | -4.2% | $493 / Sq Ft |
| 11/06/2025 11/06/25 | Price Changed | $600,000 | -2.9% | $514 / Sq Ft |
| 10/26/2025 10/26/25 | Price Changed | $618,000 | -1.1% | $530 / Sq Ft |
| 10/09/2025 10/09/25 | For Sale | $625,000 | -- | $536 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $335,000 | Wfg National Title | |
| Trustee Deed | $233,000 | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Stewart Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $103,848 | Transnation Title Insurance |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $324,950 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $214,394 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $202,300 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $119,800 | FHA |
Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS)
MLS Number: 2443099
APN: 201140-0112
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