$168,000

Estimated payment $1,130/month

Total Views 176
2 Beds
1 Bath
728 Sq Ft
$231 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Deck
  • No HOA
  • Bungalow
  • Wood Flooring
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

What a delightful gem on Des Moines Southside, complete with character and charm. This darling 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home truly offers the perfect canvas for a cozy yet spacious lifestyle.Its location is just off Park Avenue, near the esteemed Wakonda Golf Course & a quiet neighborhood. You will appreciate the proximity to downtown amenities, scenic trails, Water Works Park, Grays Lake, Jasper Winery & the convenience of easy airport access.The property boasts a lovely backyard, ideal for hosting gatherings, accommodating pets, and enjoying various outdoor activities. Also showcasing a 2-car detached garage and a deck ensures comfort & functionality throughout the year.One feature is the unfinished basement, presenting the opportunity for customization. Whether you envision a comfortable media room, this area offers boundless potential to tailor the home to individual needs. This aspect particularly appeals to those with a do-it-yourself spirit, eager to infuse their personal style .Adding to its appeal, the property features a 112-square-foot enclosed front porch, not included in the listed square footage, provides additional versatile space that could serve well as a craft area or a home office. Some updates, including resurfaced hardwood floors, HVAC system, that further enhance the value and appeal of this unique, oversized tiny home. This is an great opportunity to own a truly special property. Feel free to schedule your appointment today

Listing Agent

Michele Cheek

Keller Williams Ankeny Metro

Keller Williams Ankeny Metro

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 728 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Window Egress

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • 6,956 Sq Ft Lot
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 782416353009

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Bungalow
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 230.77
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Termite: Call Listing Agent
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Hardwood Floors, See Remarks, Tile Floors, Vinyl Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Egress Windows, Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 704
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Other Rooms: See Remarks
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 728
  • Total Sq Ft: 728

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Metal Siding
  • Exterior Features: Deck
  • Foundation: Brick
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Sq Ft: 400
  • Garage: 2 Detached
  • Garage Parking Stalls: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Electric Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1600
  • Lot S F: 6956
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 782416353009
  • Zoning: R

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: 5694.00
  • Net Taxes: 5294.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

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Range of Values:

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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 $2,374 $131,100 $30,000 $101,100
2023 $2,430 $131,100 $30,000 $101,100
2022 $2,410 $112,000 $26,700 $85,300
2021 $2,216 $112,000 $26,700 $85,300
2020 $2,296 $97,400 $23,400 $74,000
2019 $2,142 $97,400 $23,400 $74,000
2018 $2,114 $88,200 $20,900 $67,300
2017 $1,964 $88,200 $20,900 $67,300
2016 $2,138 $81,100 $19,200 $61,900
2015 $2,138 $81,100 $19,200 $61,900
2014 $2,074 $81,000 $18,900 $62,100
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/14/2025 05/14/25 For Sale $168,000 +40.0% $231 / Sq Ft
07/05/2017 07/05/17 Sold $120,000 0.0% $165 / Sq Ft
07/05/2017 07/05/17 Pending -- -- --
05/23/2017 05/23/17 For Sale $120,000 -- $165 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $120,000 None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Legal Action Court Order $77,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $113,000 New Conventional
Closed $116,400 New Conventional
Previous Owner $75,187 FHA
Previous Owner $76,095 FHA
Previous Owner $76,095 FHA
Source: Public Records

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Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 718061

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 010-02244000000