$209,000

5811 SW 13th Place Des Moines, IA 50315

Watrous South Neighborhood

Estimated payment $1,521/month

Total Views 211
2 Beds
2 Baths
922 Sq Ft
$227 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Covered Deck
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Ranch Style House
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Property is Fully Fenced

About This Home

Welcome home to this well-kept 2-bedroom charmer nestled in a quiet neighborhood on the south side of Des Moines. This move-in-ready home features an updated kitchen with modern finishes, perfect for cooking and entertaining. Outside you'll enjoy a covered patio—ideal for relaxing evenings or weekend BBQs. The huge, fully fenced yard offers space for gardening, play, or pets. And for car enthusiasts or hobbyists, you’ll love the oversized 2-car garage with extra room for tools, storage, or a workshop. With the airport, library, pool, zoo, and more located just minutes away, this home checks all the boxes!

Last Listed By

Terri Steinmann

Realty ONE Group Impact Listed on: 05/28/2025

Realty ONE Group Impact

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,210

Year Built

  • Built in 1966

Lot Details

  • 0.43 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 61x310
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Chain Link Fence

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 922 Sq Ft Home
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Cooktop
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Additional Features

  • Covered Deck
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 12003434000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,210

Year Built

Built in 1966

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 226.68
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Termite: Call Listing Agent
  • Year Built: 1966
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting, Drapes/Curtains, Laminate Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath Lower: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 910
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen
  • Included Items: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 922
  • Total Sq Ft: 922

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Covered Deck, Deck, Fully Fenced Yard
  • Fence Type: Chain Link
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Asphalt

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 2 Attached

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: 0.4340
  • Lot S F: 18910
  • Lot Size: 61X310
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 12003434000000
  • 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: 4210.00
  • Net Taxes: 4004.00

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 $3,702 $198,600 $39,600 $159,000
2023 $3,632 $198,600 $39,600 $159,000
2022 $3,602 $163,000 $33,900 $129,100
2021 $3,462 $163,000 $33,900 $129,100
2020 $3,590 $147,300 $30,600 $116,700
2019 $3,340 $147,300 $30,600 $116,700
2018 $3,300 $132,800 $27,000 $105,800
2017 $3,088 $132,800 $27,000 $105,800
2016 $3,004 $122,700 $24,600 $98,100
2015 $3,004 $122,700 $24,600 $98,100
2014 $2,812 $118,700 $23,500 $95,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/28/2025 05/28/25 For Sale $209,000 +40.4% $227 / Sq Ft
03/24/2020 03/24/20 Sold $148,900 0.0% $161 / Sq Ft
03/24/2020 03/24/20 Pending -- -- --
12/30/2019 12/30/19 For Sale $148,900 -- $161 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $149,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $96,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $146,202 FHA
Previous Owner $119,149 FHA
Previous Owner $121,500 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Previous Owner $101,900 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 718874

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 120-03434000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50315 Watrous South

5811 SW 13th Place, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 5811 SW 13th Place, Des Moines, IA 50315 and is currently priced at $209,000, approximately $226 per square foot. This property was built in 1966. 5811 SW 13th Place is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Wright Elementary School, Brody Middle School, and Lincoln High School.

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