For sale

Price cut: $30K (8/21)

$157,000

1017 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA 50316

4beds

1,373sqft

$1,236/mo

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Farm, Single Family Residence

Built in 1884

3,998 Square Feet Lot

$156,500 Zestimate^®

$114/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Bathroom on every levelAbundant storageFour generously sized bedroomsSpacious two-storyHome gymRecreation areaCovered four-season porch

Welcome home to this spacious two-story offering room to spread out both inside and out! The inviting main level features a large living area that opens directly to the covered four-season porch. The large dining room provides plenty of space for meals and gatherings. Upstairs, you'll find four generously sized bedrooms. With a bathroom on every level, convenience is built right into the home's layout. Need even more room? The lower level offers endless possibilities for additional living space, a recreation area, home gym, or abundant storage. Situated on Des Moines' east side, you'll love the quick access to downtown, shopping, dining, parks, schools, and major highways. If you're looking for space, functionality, and a convenient location, this is a home you won't want to miss!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 1
3/4 bathrooms: 1

Heating

Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer

Features

Cable TV
Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
Basement: Unfinished

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,373
Total interior livable area: 1,373 sqft

Property

Features

Levels: Two
Stories: 2
Patio & porch: Deck, Porch, Screened
Exterior features: Deck, Enclosed Porch
Fencing: Wood

Lot

Size: 3,998 Square Feet
Dimensions: 80 x 50
Features: Rectangular Lot

Details

Parcel number: 04004749000000
Zoning: Res

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Farmhouse,Two Story
Property subtype: Farm, Single Family Residence

Materials

Metal Siding
Roof: Asphalt,Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1884

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Security: Fire Alarm, Smoke Detector(s)

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Des Moines

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $114/sqft
Tax assessed value: $147,700
Annual tax amount: $2,783
Date on market: 7/21/2026
Cumulative days on market: 79 days
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Contract
Road surface type: Concrete

Estimated market value

$156,500

$149,000 - $164,000

$1,615/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
8/21/2026	Price change	$157,000-16%$114/sqft
Source: DMMLS #745655 Report a problem
8/3/2026	Price change	$187,000-1.5%$136/sqft
Source: DMMLS #745655 Report a problem
7/21/2026	Listed for sale	$189,900+24.2%$138/sqft
Source: DMMLS #745655 Report a problem
8/11/2023	Sold	$152,900+2%$111/sqft
Source: DMMLS #675317 Report a problem
6/20/2023	Pending sale	$149,900$109/sqft
Source: DMMLS #675317 Report a problem
6/20/2023	Listed for sale	$149,900$109/sqft
Source: DMMLS #675317 Report a problem
6/16/2023	Pending sale	$149,900$109/sqft
Source: DMMLS #675317 Report a problem
6/14/2023	Listed for sale	$149,900+115.7%$109/sqft
Source: DMMLS #675317 Report a problem
11/5/2004	Sold	$69,500+93.1%$51/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
11/2/1998	Sold	$36,000$26/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$2,556 +2.1%	$147,700 +16%
2024	$2,504 +8.4%	$127,300
2023	$2,310 +0.8%	$127,300 +29.9%
2022	$2,292 +7.3%	$98,000
2021	$2,136 -3.8%	$98,000 +14.5%
2020	$2,220 +1.2%	$85,600
2019	$2,194 +1.1%	$85,600 +4.9%
2018	$2,170	$81,600
2017	$2,170 +6.6%	$81,600 +5.6%
2016	$2,036	$77,300
2015	$2,036 -0.6%	$77,300 -3.4%
2014	$2,048	$80,000
2013	--	$80,000 +0.4%
2012	--	$79,700
2011	--	$79,700 +9.2%
2010	--	$73,000
2009	--	$73,000 +3.5%
2008	--	$70,500
2007	--	$70,500 +30.6%
2006	--	$54,000
2005	--	$54,000 +12.9%
2003	--	$47,830 +12.1%
2002	--	$42,670
2001	--	$42,670