$159,000
SOLD SEP 12, 2025

344 E Titus Ave Des Moines, IA 50315

South Central DSM Neighborhood
1 Bed
1 Bath
624 Sq Ft
10,275 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$255 Per Sq Ft

1% Below List Price

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Wood Siding
  • Bungalow

About This Home

As of September 2025

Charming and nicely updated 1 bedroom, 1 bath bungalow in a great southside neighborhood. Would make a great starter home or perfect for someone looking to downsize. You will love the huge 2+ car garage that is perfect for storage or any hobbyist. Nothing to do but move in!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Beverly Williams

RE/MAX Concepts Listed on: 07/30/2025

RE/MAX Concepts

Last Buyer's Agent

Jordon Vivanh

RE/MAX Concepts

RE/MAX Concepts

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,456

Year Built

  • Built in 1930

Lot Details

  • 10,275 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 68x150

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 624 Sq Ft Home
  • Crawl Space
  • Stove

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 12005836001000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,456

Year Built

Built in 1930

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Bungalow
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 256.41
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 254.81
  • Termite: Call Listing Agent
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Crawl Space
  • Included Items: Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 624
  • Total Sq Ft: 624

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Wood
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 2 Detached

Utilities

  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2360
  • Lot S F: 10275
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 68X150
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 12005836001000
  • 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: 2456.00
  • Net Taxes: 2456.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 28, 2019
Closed on
Jul 8, 2019
Sold by
Clark Nicholas L and Clark Kate
Bought by
Harris Josiah
Seller's Agent
Beverly Williams
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Beverly Williams
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$82,000
Sold Price
$82,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.60%
Original Mortgage
$80,514
Outstanding Balance
$71,926
Interest Rate
4.62%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$81,050

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 11, 2010
Sold by
Harwood Lacy Renee and Harwood Richard Ely
Bought by
Clark Nicholas L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$58,913
Interest Rate
5.11%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 24, 2006
Sold by
Wells Fargo Bank Na
Bought by
Holland Lacy Renee

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$40,000
Interest Rate
6.38%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 16, 2005
Sold by
Mcconnell Susan E
Bought by
Hoffman Jason S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$65,000
Interest Rate
8.37%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone First

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 30, 2003
Sold by
White Roberta Phillips
Bought by
Mcconnell Susan E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$63,650
Interest Rate
4.25%
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 $82,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $59,500 Itc
Special Warranty Deed $44,500 None Available
Warranty Deed $64,500 --
Warranty Deed $66,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $80,514 FHA
Previous Owner $58,913 FHA
Previous Owner $40,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $40,000 Seller Take Back
Previous Owner $65,000 Stand Alone First
Previous Owner $63,650 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/12/2025 09/12/25 Sold $159,000 -0.6% $255 / Sq Ft
08/05/2025 08/05/25 Pending -- -- --
07/30/2025 07/30/25 For Sale $160,000 +95.1% $256 / Sq Ft
07/09/2019 07/09/19 Sold $82,000 0.0% $131 / Sq Ft
06/28/2019 06/28/19 Pending -- -- --
04/28/2019 04/28/19 For Sale $82,000 -- $131 / 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 $2,254 $114,600 $32,600 $82,000
2023 $2,106 $114,600 $32,600 $82,000
2022 $2,090 $89,400 $26,800 $62,600
2021 $1,958 $89,400 $26,800 $62,600
2020 $2,036 $78,500 $23,600 $54,900
2019 $1,898 $78,500 $23,600 $54,900
2018 $1,878 $70,600 $20,700 $49,900
2017 $1,756 $70,600 $20,700 $49,900
2016 $1,710 $64,900 $18,800 $46,100
2015 $1,710 $64,900 $18,800 $46,100
2014 $1,554 $60,700 $17,200 $43,500
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Beverly Williams

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Beverly Williams

    RE/MAX

    2 in this area

    47 Total Sales

    Beverly Williams
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    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Jordon Vivanh

    RE/MAX

    (515) 865-1876

    3 in this area

    64 Total Sales

    Jordon Vivanh
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 723305

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 120-05836001000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50315 South Central DSM

344 E Titus Ave, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 344 E Titus Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 and is currently priced at $159,000, approximately $254 per square foot. This property was built in 1930. 344 E Titus Ave is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Lovejoy Elementary School, Mccombs Middle School, and Lincoln High School.

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