$129,900

1649 Capitol Ave Des Moines, IA 50316

Capitol East Neighborhood

Estimated payment $864/month

Total Views 6,951
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,333 Sq Ft
$97 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 3-minute walk to Redhead Park

About This Home

Property ready for a first time home buyer or a savvy investor. This property had the siding & roof replaced in recent years. In the main level there is a "bonus room" and 1 bath, the second level has 3 bdrs. and 1 bath.

Listing Agent

Rafael Geronimo

Century 21 Signature Listed on: 07/21/2025

Century 21 Signature

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,898

Year Built

  • Built in 1905

Lot Details

  • 0.27 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 70x171
  • Property is zoned N3C

Parking

  • Gravel Driveway

Home Design

  • Brick Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Cement Board or Planked

Interior Spaces

  • 1,333 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Unfinished Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Propane

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 05556-001-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,898

Year Built

Built in 1905

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: 1.5 Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 97.45
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Year Built: 1905
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Partial Bath Total: 2
  • Partial Bath 1st Floor: 1
  • Partial Bath 2nd Floor: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 223
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1333
  • Total Sq Ft: 1333

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Cement Board
  • Foundation: Brick
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Asphalt

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Gravel

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

Green Features

  • Additional Green Features: No
  • ENERGYSTAR qualified New Home: No
  • HERS Rating: No
  • Leed For Homes: No
  • Solar: No

Lot Info

  • Lot S F: 11970
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 70x171
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 05556-001-000
  • Zoning: N3C

Multi Family

  • Geo Solar Thermal: No

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 1898.00
  • Net Taxes: 1898.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Map

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

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 $1,712 $97,500 $14,600 $82,900
2023 $1,606 $97,500 $14,600 $82,900
2022 $1,592 $77,000 $11,800 $65,200
2021 $1,464 $77,000 $11,800 $65,200
2020 $1,516 $67,300 $10,400 $56,900
2019 $1,290 $67,300 $10,400 $56,900
2018 $1,272 $56,500 $8,600 $47,900
2017 $1,186 $56,500 $8,600 $47,900
2016 $1,152 $52,400 $8,000 $44,400
2015 $1,152 $52,400 $8,000 $44,400
2014 $1,068 $50,600 $7,900 $42,700
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/21/2025 07/21/25 For Sale $129,900 -- $97 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- --
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Corporate Deed -- None Available
Contract Of Sale $83,000 None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $78,000 Land Contract Argmt. Of Sale
Source: Public Records

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Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 722835

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 040-05556001000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50316 Capitol East

1649 Capitol Ave, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 1649 Capitol Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316 and is currently priced at $129,900, approximately $97 per square foot. This property was built in 1905. 1649 Capitol Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Capitol View Elementary School, Hiatt Middle School, and East High School.

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