NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1503 Forest Ave Des Moines, IA 50314

King Irving Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $115,000 - $120,225

Studio
2 Baths
1,676 Sq Ft
$70/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: November 10, 2025

Last sale price $120,000 $72 Per Sq Ft

Est. 2% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $780 / mo

197 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 2 Kitchens
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • 4-minute walk to Evelyn Davis Park
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of November 2025

This duplex at 1503 Forest Ave, Des Moines offers two rental units: a 2-bedroom, 1-bath unit and a 1-bedroom, 1-bath unit; perfect for investors looking for steady rental income. It comes with a current rental certificate and has been upgraded through the City of Des Moines Weatherization Program, improving energy efficiency. Additional highlights include a brand-NEW furnaces one for each unit (2024) and a PRIME location near parks, walking distance to King Elementary School, and amenities. Don't miss out on this WELL -MAINTAINED investment property with great rental potential!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ingrid Williams

RE/MAX Concepts Listed on: 03/10/2025

RE/MAX Concepts

Last Buyer's Agent

Jasmine Martinez-Castaneda

EXP Realty, LLC

EXP Realty, LLC

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,725

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 6,700 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x134

Home Design

  • Brick Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Metal Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,676 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • 2 Kitchens

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • 2 Units

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 08003847000000

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,725

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

6,700 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Multi-Family
  • Style: Two Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 77.57
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 71.60
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: MultiFamily
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Refrigerators: 2
  • Stoves Total: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Second Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Kitchens: 2
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1676
  • Total Sq Ft: 1676

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Metal Siding
  • Foundation: Brick
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1540
  • Lot S F: 6700
  • Lot Size: 50X134
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 08003847000000
  • Zoning: N5

Rental Info

  • Landlord Tenant Utilities: Electric Tenant, Gas Tenant, Water Landlord

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 1725.00
  • Net Taxes: 1725.00

Multi Family

  • Total Units: 2

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 10, 2025
Closed on
Nov 4, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Ingrid Williams
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Jasmine Martinez-Castaneda
EXP Realty, LLC
List Price
$155,000
Sold Price
$120,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$35,000
-22.58%
Views
90
Current Estimated Value
$117,613

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$2,387
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.87%
Original Mortgage
$102,000
Interest Rate
0.0873%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 1, 2020
Closed on
Oct 28, 2020
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Beverly Williams
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Jacob Krull
Real Property Management
List Price
$79,900
Sold Price
$79,900

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.42%
Original Mortgage
$59,623
Interest Rate
0.028%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 12, 2000
Sold by
Bought by
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
$120,000 None Listed On Document
$80,000 None Listed On Document
$52,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $102,000
Previous Owner $59,623
Previous Owner $90,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
11/10/2025 11/10/25 Sold $120,000 -7.7% $72 / Sq Ft
09/23/2025 09/23/25 Pending -- -- --
09/16/2025 09/16/25 Price Changed $130,000 -6.5% $78 / Sq Ft
07/29/2025 07/29/25 Price Changed $139,000 -4.1% $83 / Sq Ft
04/11/2025 04/11/25 Price Changed $145,000 -6.5% $87 / Sq Ft
03/10/2025 03/10/25 For Sale $155,000 +94.0% $92 / Sq Ft
10/30/2020 10/30/20 Sold $79,900 0.0% $48 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
10/30/2020 10/30/20 Pending -- -- --
10/01/2020 10/01/20 For Sale $79,900 -- $48 / 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 $1,686 $99,800 $13,800 $86,000
2024 $1,686 $85,700 $11,800 $73,900
2023 $1,468 $85,700 $11,800 $73,900
2022 $1,458 $62,300 $9,000 $53,300
2021 $1,368 $62,300 $9,000 $53,300
2020 $1,420 $54,800 $8,000 $46,800
2019 $1,334 $54,800 $8,000 $46,800
2018 $1,320 $49,600 $7,100 $42,500
2017 $1,344 $49,600 $7,100 $42,500
2016 $1,310 $49,700 $7,100 $42,600
2015 $1,310 $49,700 $7,100 $42,600
2014 $1,120 $43,700 $6,900 $36,800
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Ingrid Williams

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Ingrid Williams

    RE/MAX Concepts

    (515) 216-0848

    1 in this area

    1,209 Total Sales

    Ingrid Williams
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    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Jacob Krull

    Real Property Management

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 713188

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 080-03847000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50314 King Irving

1503 Forest Ave, Des Moines, IA

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