$274,900
SOLD JUL 14, 2025

1710 Forest Ave Des Moines, IA 50314

King Irving Neighborhood
7 Beds
2 Baths
2,266 Sq Ft
6,500 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$121 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

62 Days on Market

Highlights

  • A-Frame Home
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • No HOA
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile Flooring
  • 5-minute walk to Evelyn Davis Park

About This Home

As of July 2025

7 Bedroom 2 Bath completely remodeled home with many possibilities for a large family or for someone who is looking for a rental investment property near Drake University. Home has been remodeled from top to bottom with new roof windows, siding doors and many more other features. Large back yard offers plenty of parking space and privacy with a fenced-in yard. This home qualifies for a tax abatement and is a must see.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sandra Estrada

Iowa Realty Beaverdale Listed on: 04/18/2025

Iowa Realty Beaverdale

Last Buyer's Agent

Laura Velazquez

RE/MAX Revolution

RE/MAX Revolution

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,520

Year Built

  • Built in 1915

Lot Details

  • 6,500 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x130
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Wood Fence

Parking

  • Driveway

Home Design

  • A-Frame Home
  • Brick Foundation
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,266 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Electric Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile Flooring
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 08002364000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,520

Year Built

Built in 1915

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Three Story, Two Story
  • Architecture: A-Frame
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 121.32
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 121.32
  • Termite: Call Listing Agent
  • Year Built: 1915
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Electric
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: LVP
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Second Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 822
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining Rm
  • Included Items: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2266
  • Total Sq Ft: 2266

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Fully Fenced Yard
  • Fence Type: Wood
  • Foundation: Brick
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1490
  • Lot S F: 6500
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 50X130
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 08002364000000
  • 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: 1520.00
  • Net Taxes: 1520.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 18, 2025
Closed on
Jul 11, 2025
Sold by
Citywide Homes Llc
Bought by
Benitez Melvin A Melendez and Mendez Luis A
Seller's Agent
Sandra Estrada
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
Buyer's Agent
Laura Velazquez
RE/MAX Revolution
List Price
$279,900
Sold Price
$274,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-1.79%
Views
189

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.42%
Original Mortgage
$269,920
Outstanding Balance
$269,920
Interest Rate
6.84%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$3,770

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 22, 2024
Closed on
Dec 18, 2024
Sold by
Richardson Gloria Mae and Droll Erin
Bought by
Citywide Homes Llc
Seller's Agent
Steven Camerona
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
Buyer's Agent
Sandra Estrada
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
List Price
$60,000
Sold Price
$72,000
Premium/Discount to List
$12,000
20%
Views
42

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
993.97%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 29, 2002
Sold by
Richardson Kay F and Richardson Dian R
Bought by
Richardson Gloria M
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $275,000 None Listed On Document
Fiduciary Deed $72,000 None Listed On Document
Fiduciary Deed $72,000 None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $269,920 FHA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/14/2025 07/14/25 Sold $274,900 0.0% $121 / Sq Ft
06/19/2025 06/19/25 Pending -- -- --
05/19/2025 05/19/25 Price Changed $274,900 -1.8% $121 / Sq Ft
05/05/2025 05/05/25 For Sale $279,900 0.0% $124 / Sq Ft
04/22/2025 04/22/25 Pending -- -- --
04/18/2025 04/18/25 For Sale $279,900 +288.8% $124 / Sq Ft
12/20/2024 12/20/24 Sold $72,000 +20.0% $38 / Sq Ft
08/28/2024 08/28/24 Pending -- -- --
08/22/2024 08/22/24 For Sale $60,000 -- $31 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

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 $1,520 $94,700 $11,700 $83,000
2023 $1,426 $94,700 $11,700 $83,000
2022 $1,414 $69,400 $8,900 $60,500
2021 $1,312 $69,400 $8,900 $60,500
2020 $1,358 $61,200 $7,900 $53,300
2019 $484 $61,200 $7,900 $53,300
2018 $468 $55,200 $7,000 $48,200
2017 $1,282 $55,200 $7,000 $48,200
2016 $1,244 $55,900 $7,000 $48,900
2015 $1,244 $55,900 $7,000 $48,900
2014 $1,042 $49,600 $6,900 $42,700
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Sandra Estrada

    Iowa Realty Beaverdale

    (515) 326-0163

    5 in this area

    36 Total Sales

    Sandra Estrada
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    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Laura Velazquez

    RE/MAX

    (515) 265-7200

    1 in this area

    26 Total Sales

    Laura Velazquez
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  • Steven Camerona

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Steven Camerona

    Iowa Realty Beaverdale

    (515) 277-6211

    1 in this area

    214 Total Sales

    Steven Camerona
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 716031

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 080-02364000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50314 King Irving

1710 Forest Ave, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 1710 Forest Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314 and is currently priced at $274,900, approximately $121 per square foot. This property was built in 1915. 1710 Forest Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including King Elementary School, Callanan Middle School, and Roosevelt High School.

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