More space than meets the eye! This charming ranch offers beautiful hardwood floors on the main level, 2 bedrooms and a an updated bath. The lower level provides additional finished space featuring 2 more bonus rooms and another full bathroom, perfect for guests, a home office, or extra living flexibility. Outside, you'll find a detached one-car garage along with an additional storage shed with extra space for hobbies or storage. Conveniently located with easy access to downtown Des Moines, restaurants, shopping, and the Blank Park Zoo, this home combines comfort, updates, and location in one great package. Roof 2016 - Main level windows updated 2012 (excluding bath) - Furnace, Air Conditioner - Humidifier and Ionizer 2020.
Sold for $209,000
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$209,000
1000 E Watrous Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
2beds
912sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1967
9,408.96 Square Feet Lot
$209,000 Zestimate®
$229/sqft
$1,301 Estimated rent
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Updated bathDetached one-car garage
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Listed by:
Kathy Kooyman (641)416-0182,
RE/MAX Concepts,
Mariah Kooyman 641-204-1705,
RE/MAX Concepts
Bought with:
Laura Mullin
RE/MAX Revolution
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 739091
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Dining Area
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 912
- Total interior livable area: 912 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 400
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Storage
- Fencing: Chain Link
Lot
- Size: 9,408 sqft
- Dimensions: 80 x 105
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 01004735114000
- Zoning: N3A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1967
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/5/2026 | Sold | $209,000+1%$229/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #739091 Report a problem | ||
| 5/5/2026 | Pending sale | $207,000$227/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #739091 Report a problem | ||
| 4/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $207,000+7.3%$227/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #739091 Report a problem | ||
| 6/13/2025 | Sold | $193,000-1%$212/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #717102 Report a problem | ||
| 5/12/2025 | Pending sale | $195,000$214/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #717102 Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2025 | Listed for sale | $195,000+52.3%$214/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #717102 Report a problem | ||
| 3/29/2016 | Sold | $128,000+2.4%$140/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #510962 Report a problem | ||
| 2/4/2016 | Listed for sale | $125,000+2%$137/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #510962 Report a problem | ||
| 11/22/2015 | Listing removed | $122,500$134/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 8/24/2015 | Price change | $122,500-2%$134/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 7/23/2015 | Listed for sale | $125,000-3%$137/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 7/14/2014 | Listing removed | $128,900$141/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 4/15/2014 | Listed for sale | $128,900+7.9%$141/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 11/16/2004 | Sold | $119,500+25.1%$131/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2001 | Sold | $95,500$105/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,250 +2.2% | $190,400 +10.6% |
| 2024 | $3,180 +1.7% | $172,100 |
| 2023 | $3,128 +0.8% | $172,100 +21.5% |
| 2022 | $3,102 +3.4% | $141,600 |
| 2021 | $3,000 -3.5% | $141,600 +9.9% |
| 2020 | $3,110 +6.7% | $128,800 |
| 2019 | $2,916 +1.3% | $128,800 +10.1% |
| 2018 | $2,880 | $117,000 |
| 2017 | $2,880 +11.6% | $117,000 +9.8% |
| 2016 | $2,580 | $106,600 |
| 2015 | $2,580 +4% | $106,600 +0.8% |
| 2014 | $2,480 | $105,800 |
| 2013 | -- | $105,800 -0.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $105,900 |
| 2011 | -- | $105,900 -0.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $106,500 |
| 2009 | -- | $106,500 -6.9% |
| 2008 | -- | $114,400 |
| 2007 | -- | $114,400 +5.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $108,800 |
| 2005 | -- | $108,800 +7.5% |
| 2003 | -- | $101,250 +20.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $83,790 |
| 2001 | -- | $83,790 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: South Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Howe Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 1/10Weeks Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 1/10Lincoln High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Des Moines Independent
Source: DMMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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