$159,900

605 E Watrous Ave Des Moines, IA 50315

South Central DSM Neighborhood

Estimated payment $1,115/month

4 Beds
2 Baths
862 Sq Ft
$185 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • 1.31 Acre Lot
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Street paved with bricks

About This Home

In town acreage and unique layout w/loft and daylight walk-out basement. Property is 2 parcels, totals 1.305 acres. House needs work but is a jewel once polished.

Listing Agent

Labrent Lawler

Iowa Realty Altoona Listed on: 07/08/2026

Iowa Realty Altoona

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,066

Year Built

  • Built in 1949

Lot Details

  • 1.31 Acre Lot
  • Street paved with bricks
  • Property is zoned N3A

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Brick Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 862 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Cooktop
  • Partially Finished Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 12006921001000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,066

Year Built

Built in 1949

Lot Details

1.31 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Acreage
  • Style: 1.5 Story
  • Architecture: Contemporary
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 185.50
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Termite: Call Listing Agent
  • Year Built: 1949
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Partial Finished
  • Included Items: Cooktop, Refrigerator
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 862
  • Total Sq Ft: 862

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Frame
  • Foundation: Brick
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: 1 Detached

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Lot Info

  • Acres: 1.3050
  • Lot S F: 58869
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 12006921001000
  • Zoning: N3A

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: 3066.00
  • Net Taxes: 3066.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

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Home Values in the Area

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Average Home Value in this Area

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Tax History

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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
2025 $2,868 $160,800 $38,300 $122,500
2024 $2,868 $145,800 $34,200 $111,600
2023 $2,644 $145,800 $34,200 $111,600
2022 $3,370 $112,200 $27,500 $84,700
2021 $2,550 $112,200 $27,500 $84,700
2020 $2,650 $102,200 $24,900 $77,300
2019 $2,330 $102,200 $24,900 $77,300
2018 $2,306 $86,700 $20,700 $66,000
2017 $2,218 $86,700 $20,700 $66,000
2016 $2,160 $82,000 $19,300 $62,700
2015 $2,160 $82,000 $19,300 $62,700
2014 $1,698 $84,400 $19,500 $64,900
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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/08/2026 07/08/26 For Sale $159,900 -- $185 / Sq Ft
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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Warranty Deed $52,500 None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Warranty Deed $43,500 --
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $30,000 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
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Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 744675

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 120-06921001000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50315 South Central DSM

605 E Watrous Ave, Des Moines, IA

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