$175,000
$3K PRICE DROP

1521 18th St Des Moines, IA 50314

Mondamin Presidential Neighborhood

Estimated payment $1,102/month

Total Views 6,128
2 Beds
1 Bath
946 Sq Ft
$185 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • No HOA
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile Flooring
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Bungalow
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

Step into this beautifully renovated 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home! Inside, you'll discover a spacious family room and a formal dining area, perfect for gatherings. The home features generous walk-in closets and a stunning tiled walk-in shower.Recent upgrades include a new roof, gutters, water heater, furnace, and updated plumbing and electrical systems, ensuring peace of mind for years to come. Natural light floods the interior, creating a bright and welcoming atmosphere throughout.Located in the heart of Des Moines' Mondamin Presidential neighborhood, this move-in-ready gem is close to local amenities. Don't miss the opportunity to make this delightful home your own!

Listing Agent

Laurry Wailes

The American Real Estate Co. Listed on: 04/24/2025

Co-Listing Agent

Anthony Lamin

The American Real Estate Co.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,496

Year Built

  • Built in 1895

Lot Details

  • 6,600 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x132

Parking

  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Brick Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 946 Sq Ft Home
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile Flooring
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 08006676000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,496

Year Built

Built in 1895

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Bungalow
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 184.99
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Year Built: 1895
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: LVP
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath 1st Floor: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 473
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen, Formal Dining Rm
  • Included Items: Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 946
  • Total Sq Ft: 946

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation: Brick
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Asphalt

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete

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: 0.1520
  • Lot S F: 6600
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 50X132
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 08006676000000
  • Zoning: Res

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: 1496.00
  • Net Taxes: 1496.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Map

Range of Values:

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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 $1,336 $67,900 $11,700 $56,200
2023 $1,188 $67,900 $11,700 $56,200
2022 $1,178 $50,400 $8,900 $41,500
2021 $1,287 $50,400 $8,900 $41,500
2020 $1,429 $44,500 $7,900 $36,600
2019 $756 $44,500 $7,900 $36,600
2018 $740 $39,900 $7,100 $32,800
2017 $772 $39,900 $7,100 $32,800
2016 $744 $40,300 $7,000 $33,300
2015 $744 $40,300 $7,000 $33,300
2014 $644 $37,500 $7,200 $30,300
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/15/2025 05/15/25 Price Changed $175,000 -1.7% $185 / Sq Ft
04/24/2025 04/24/25 For Sale $178,000 -- $188 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Legal Action Court Order $25,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $24,500 None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $20,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $20,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 716443

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 080-06676000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50314 Mondamin Presidential

1521 18th St, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 1521 18th St, Des Moines, IA 50314 and is currently priced at $175,000, approximately $184 per square foot. This property was built in 1895. 1521 18th St is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including King Elementary School, Meredith Middle School, and Hoover High School.

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