
1314 5th Ave Des Moines, IA 50314
River Bend NeighborhoodAbout This Home
As of March 2025ATTENTION INVESTORS AND OPPORTUNITY SEEKERS!
Welcome to this charming two-story home in the River Bend neighborhood, just minutes north of downtown and with convenient access to I-235. This spacious property offers over 1,400 square feet of living space with 3 bedrooms and 1.25 bathrooms, plus an opportunity to add a fourth bedroom on the main level.
Ideal for both seasoned investors and buyers looking to build sweat equity, this home is priced to allow for improvements and personal touches. Key updates include a new roof in 2019 and a furnace and water heater, both replaced in 2016.
This property is being sold AS-IS, presenting a fantastic investment opportunity in an up-and-coming area! Don’t miss your chance to add value and make this property your own.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,274
Year Built
- Built in 1900
Lot Details
- 6,500 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is zoned N5
Parking
- Driveway
Home Design
- Brick Foundation
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Metal Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,428 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Unfinished Basement
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Forced Air Heating System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 02787-000-000
Ownership History
Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Similar Homes in Des Moines, IA
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Warranty Deed | $209,000 | None Listed On Document | |
Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
Warranty Deed | $90,000 | None Listed On Document | |
Fiduciary Deed | $85,000 | None Listed On Document |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Open | $205,214 | FHA | |
Previous Owner | $85,000 | Construction | |
Previous Owner | $37,500 | Credit Line Revolving |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
03/31/2025 03/31/25 | Sold | $209,000 | 0.0% | $146 / Sq Ft |
03/02/2025 03/02/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
02/14/2025 02/14/25 | For Sale | $209,000 | +132.2% | $146 / Sq Ft |
12/17/2024 12/17/24 | Sold | $90,000 | -18.2% | $63 / Sq Ft |
11/21/2024 11/21/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
10/30/2024 10/30/24 | For Sale | $110,000 | -- | $77 / Sq Ft |
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $1,310 | $84,100 | $8,600 | $75,500 |
2023 | $1,274 | $84,100 | $8,600 | $75,500 |
2022 | $1,262 | $62,900 | $6,600 | $56,300 |
2021 | $1,160 | $62,900 | $6,600 | $56,300 |
2020 | $1,200 | $55,100 | $5,800 | $49,300 |
2019 | $1,200 | $55,100 | $5,800 | $49,300 |
2018 | $1,184 | $53,200 | $5,600 | $47,600 |
2017 | $1,076 | $53,200 | $5,600 | $47,600 |
2016 | $1,044 | $48,300 | $5,100 | $43,200 |
2015 | $1,044 | $48,300 | $5,100 | $43,200 |
2014 | $962 | $46,500 | $5,000 | $41,500 |
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Seller's Agent in 2025
Emily Nguyen
My Real Estate Company
(515) 556-6388
1 in this area
53 Total Sales
-
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Isabel Quintanilla
My Real Estate Company
(515) 771-0108
3 in this area
12 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Chase Finken
Epique Realty
(712) 579-5731
1 in this area
15 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2024
Michael Malone
Real Broker, LLC
(515) 314-1347
1 in this area
35 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2024
Shonna Murrey
Epique Realty
(515) 612-8939
2 in this area
306 Total Sales
Map
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 706839

APN: 080-02787000000
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