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!
For sale
$310,000
1015 Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
4beds
1,812sqft
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
- 37 days
- 674
- 38
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Dawn Edwards (515)577-0498,
Realty ONE Group Impact,
Kristen Chiodo 515-249-8170,
Realty ONE Group Impact
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 748700
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
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 |
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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 |
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Neighborhood: Gray's Lake
Nearby schools
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.





