For sale

$310,000

1015 Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

4beds

1,812sqft

$2,355/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1930

0.32 Acres Lot

$301,700 Zestimate^®

$171/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Abundance of storageSpacious corner lotFour bedroomsAll-brick homeGenerous ceiling heightsSituated on two lotsLarge driveway

Welcome home to this charming 1930 story-and-a-half, all-brick home, situated on two lots! Built with thoughtful design, forward-thinking features, and quality craftsmanship meant to last a lifetime, this home is full of character and possibilities. Inside, you’ll find four bedrooms, 2+ bathrooms, generous ceiling heights, and an abundance of storage. With a few touch-ups, some fresh paint, and your own personal style, you can bring this special home back to life and make it truly your own! The spacious corner lot offers plenty of room to enjoy both inside and out. The oversized two-car garage and large driveway provide ample parking, while the backyard features an adorable courtyard area with plenty of space to create your own outdoor retreat. Homes with this much charm, space, and potential don’t come along every day. Come take a peek inside and see all this Candyland cutie has to offer!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
Full bathrooms: 2
3/4 bathrooms: 1
Main level bedrooms: 2

Heating

Electric, Forced Air

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove

Features

Dining Area, Fireplace, Cable TV, Window Treatments
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
Basement: Partially Finished
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Wood Burning

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,812
Total interior livable area: 1,812 sqft
Finished area below ground: 200

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
Garage spaces: 2

Features

Levels: One and One Half
Stories: 1.5
Patio & porch: Open, Patio
Exterior features: Patio

Lot

Size: 0.32 Acres
Dimensions: 100 x 140

Details

Parcel number: 01005862000000
Zoning: R

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: One and One Half Story,Traditional
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Brick
Foundation: Block
Roof: Asphalt,Shingle

Condition

Resale
New construction: No
Year built: 1930

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Security: Smoke Detector(s)

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Des Moines

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $171/sqft
Tax assessed value: $269,900
Annual tax amount: $4,812
Date on market: 9/4/2026
Cumulative days on market: 37 days
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional

Estimated market value

$301,700

$287,000 - $317,000

$1,933/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
9/4/2026	Listed for sale	$310,000$171/sqft
Source: DMMLS #748700 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$4,252 -0.9%	$269,900 +14.5%
2024	$4,292 -4.6%	$235,700
2023	$4,500 +0.8%	$235,700 +18%
2022	$4,464 +8.4%	$199,800
2021	$4,118 -3.6%	$199,800 +15.1%
2020	$4,272 +5.5%	$173,600
2019	$4,050 +1.1%	$173,600 +9%
2018	$4,004	$159,200
2017	$4,004 +9%	$159,200 +7.5%
2016	$3,672	$148,100
2015	$3,672 +6.9%	$148,100 +3.5%
2014	$3,436	$143,100
2013	--	$143,100 -0.5%
2012	--	$143,800
2011	--	$143,800 -9.9%
2010	--	$159,600
2009	--	$159,600 +2.6%
2008	--	$155,600
2007	--	$155,600 +12.9%
2006	--	$137,800
2005	--	$137,800 +10.1%
2003	--	$125,190 +2.3%
2002	--	$122,320
2001	--	$122,320