$189,999
$10K PRICE DROP

Estimated payment $1,217/month

Total Views 6,093
8 Beds
5 Baths
3,178 Sq Ft
$60 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Accessible Ramps
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • No HOA
  • Tile Flooring
  • Family Room

About This Home

Own a piece of history in River Bend! This early 1900s Victorian stands tall in the River Bend Local Historic District with over 3,100 square feet of finished space, offering unique potential for restoration or multi-family investment. Inside, you'll find 8 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms across a layout that hints at prior multi-unit use, making it ideal for rental income, house hacking, or future conversion. Classic architectural details such as high ceilings remain, ready to be brought back to life. Come check out one of Des Moines' most character-rich neighborhoods!

Listing Agent

George Romero

RE/MAX Concepts Listed on: 07/30/2025

RE/MAX Concepts

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,212

Year Built

  • Built in 1910

Lot Details

  • 9,600 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 75x128
  • Property is zoned N5

Parking

  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Brick Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 3,178 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Family Room
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave

Flooring

  • Tile
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 8 Bedrooms | 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Accessible Home Design

  • Accessible Ramps

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Window Unit Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 08002967000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,212

Year Built

Built in 1910

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Two Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 59.79
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1910
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: 1st Flr Laundry, LVP, Smoke Detector, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 5.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Second Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Third Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 2
  • Partial Bath 1st Floor: 1
  • Partial Bath 2nd Floor: 1
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 1471
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Handicap Features: Ramp
  • Included Items: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 3178
  • Total Sq Ft: 3178

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Wood
  • Foundation: Brick
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central, Window Unit
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2200
  • Lot S F: 9600
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 75X128
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 08002967000000
  • Zoning: N5

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: 2212.00
  • Net Taxes: 2212.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

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Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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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 $1,770 $100,400 $13,500 $86,900
2023 $1,520 $100,400 $13,500 $86,900
2022 $1,508 $73,400 $10,300 $63,100
2021 $1,402 $73,400 $10,300 $63,100
2020 $2,631 $64,800 $9,100 $55,700
2019 $1,344 $64,800 $9,100 $55,700
2018 $1,324 $58,500 $8,200 $50,300
2017 $2,442 $58,500 $8,200 $50,300
2016 $2,374 $98,800 $8,100 $90,700
2015 $2,374 $98,800 $8,100 $90,700
2014 $2,362 $88,900 $8,100 $80,800
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/21/2025 08/21/25 Price Changed $189,999 -5.0% $60 / Sq Ft
07/30/2025 07/30/25 For Sale $199,999 +769.6% $63 / Sq Ft
09/06/2012 09/06/12 Sold $23,000 -23.3% $7 / Sq Ft
08/24/2012 08/24/12 Pending -- -- --
05/24/2012 05/24/12 For Sale $30,000 -- $9 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $29,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $22,500 None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $92,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $190,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $45,828 Unknown
Previous Owner $24,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $49,100 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 723329

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 080-02967000000