$168,000
SOLD AUG 28, 2025
2 Beds
2 Baths
966 Sq Ft
7,000 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$174 Per Sq Ft

6% Above List Price

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Bungalow
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Outdoor Storage

About This Home

As of August 2025

Welcome to 4104 1st St in Des Moines, a charming bungalow full of character, located on a quiet street in the Highland Park neighborhood. This 2-bedroom home showcases arched doorways, French doors, and hardwood floors hidden beneath the carpet. The kitchen offers a cozy breakfast nook, and the main bathroom has been recently updated. Upstairs, there's a bonus space that's perfect for storage or could be finished to create additional living space. The basement features a spacious, drywalled rec room with a 3/4 bath and has been professionally waterproofed with a lifetime warranty, ready for you to make it your own. Off the main living area, the 3-season room offers a comfortable spot to relax and take in the views of the backyard. Outside, the fully fenced yard includes a patio area ideal for relaxing or entertaining. With easy access to the interstate, this home offers a practical lifestyle in a convenient location. For added peace of mind, the seller is including a one-year home warranty with the buyer's choice of provider. Don't miss out, schedule your showing today! All information obtained from seller and public records.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Hannah Moen

RE/MAX Precision Listed on: 07/15/2025

RE/MAX Precision

Co-Listed By

Cody Greenfield

RE/MAX Precision

Last Buyer's Agent

Kala Yamen

Keller Williams Realty GDM

Keller Williams Realty GDM

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,361

Year Built

  • Built in 1924

Lot Details

  • 7,000 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Wood Fence
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Property is zoned N3B

Parking

  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Brick Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Asbestos

Interior Spaces

  • 966 Sq Ft Home
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Screened Porch
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Outdoor Storage

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 07003474000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,361

Year Built

Built in 1924

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Bungalow
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 164.60
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 173.91
  • Year Built: 1924
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Hardwood Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Partial Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 795
  • Other Rooms: 3 Season, See Remarks
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 966
  • Total Sq Ft: 966

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Asbestos, Frame
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Exterior Storage Shed, Fully Fenced Yard, Screened Porch
  • Fence Type: Chain Link, Wood
  • Foundation: Brick
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Oak, Paint, Pine

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: 0.1610
  • Lot S F: 7000
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 07003474000000
  • Zoning: N3B

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: 2360.58
  • Net Taxes: 2154.70

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 12, 2007
Sold by
Spence Cecil M and Spence Carol A
Bought by
Kuhlman Mary A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$84,035
Outstanding Balance
$50,726
Interest Rate
6.21%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$105,644
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $84,500 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $7,200 Unknown
Closed $9,792 Unknown
Open $84,035 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $10,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $73,264 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/28/2025 08/28/25 Sold $168,000 +5.7% $174 / Sq Ft
07/18/2025 07/18/25 Pending -- -- --
07/15/2025 07/15/25 For Sale $159,000 -- $165 / 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 $2,036 $121,000 $27,500 $93,500
2023 $2,214 $121,000 $27,500 $93,500
2022 $2,194 $102,800 $24,000 $78,800
2021 $2,002 $102,800 $24,000 $78,800
2020 $2,074 $88,800 $20,900 $67,900
2019 $1,872 $88,800 $20,900 $67,900
2018 $1,848 $78,200 $18,100 $60,100
2017 $1,680 $78,200 $18,100 $60,100
2016 $1,630 $70,600 $16,300 $54,300
2015 $1,630 $70,600 $16,300 $54,300
2014 $1,656 $73,600 $16,700 $56,900
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 722288

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 070-03474000000