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Sold for $251,000
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    1101 Emma Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

    3beds
    1,782sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1970
    10,149.48 Square Feet Lot
    $251,000 Zestimate®
    $141/sqft
    $1,928 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $251,000

    $238,000 - $264,000

    $1,928/mo

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    What's special

    Abundant daylightGenerous family room additionCozy wood-burning fireplace
    Move right into this spacious 1,782 sq ft ranch that offers more room than meets the eye! The main living area features a cozy wood-burning fireplace, while the large kitchen and dining area receive natural light from two skylights—perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. A generous family room addition provides even more living space with abundant daylight. The primary bedroom includes a large walk-in closet and an additional skylight, creating a bright and comfortable retreat. A nearby 3/4 bath adds convenience and functionality. The main floor also offers convenient laundry, with the hall bathroom currently configured as a 1/2 bath but stubbed for a tub if a future buyer wishes to convert it back to a full bath. The 3/4 bath is also plumbed and has space available for a bubble tub. Recent updates provide peace of mind, including a new roof on both the house and garage (2025), furnace (2021), new electrical panels in both the house and garage (2026), and chimney cleaned and inspected in 2021. Outside, you’ll appreciate the oversized 2.5-car garage, offering plenty of room for vehicles, storage, or a workshop. This home combines space, functionality, and major updates—ready for its next owner!

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    Listed by:

    Pennie Carroll (515)490-8025,

    Pennie Carroll & Associates

    Bought with:

    Hector Rodriguez-Ramirez

    RE/MAX Precision

    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 737806MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • 3/4 bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bedrooms: 3
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
    • Laundry: Main Level
    Features
    • Dining Area
    • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate, Tile
    • Basement: Unfinished
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Wood Burning
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,782
    • Total interior livable area: 1,782 sqft
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
    • Garage spaces: 2
    Features
    • Stories: 1
    • Fencing: Wood
    Lot
    • Size: 10,149 sqft
    • Dimensions: 60 x 169
    • Features: Rectangular Lot
    Details
    • Parcel number: 12000067003000
    • Zoning: N5

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Ranch
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Wood Siding
    • Foundation: Block
    • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 1970

    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

    DateEventPrice
    6/17/2026Sold$251,000+0.4%$141/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #737806 Report a problem
    5/4/2026Pending sale$250,000$140/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #737806 Report a problem
    4/27/2026Price change$250,000-2%$140/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #737806 Report a problem
    4/13/2026Price change$255,000-1.9%$143/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #737806 Report a problem
    4/6/2026Listed for sale$260,000+88.4%$146/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #737806 Report a problem
    1/24/2014Sold$138,000-4.8%$77/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #419313 Report a problem
    9/13/2013Price change$145,000-3.3%$81/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX REAL ESTATE GROUP #419313 Report a problem
    6/8/2013Listed for sale$150,000-6.2%$84/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX REAL ESTATE GROUP #419313 Report a problem
    5/9/2008Listing removed$159,900$90/sqft
    Source: Listhub #316350 Report a problem
    3/15/2008Price change$159,900-4.8%$90/sqft
    Source: Listhub #316350 Report a problem
    12/8/2007Listed for sale$167,900$94/sqft
    Source: Listhub #316350 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$4,064 -1%$266,000 +13.3%
    2024$4,106 +0.8%$234,800
    2023$4,072 +0.8%$234,800 +26.9%
    2022$4,038 +0%$185,000
    2021$4,036 -3.6%$185,000 +6.6%
    2020$4,186 +8.7%$173,600
    2019$3,852 +1.2%$173,600 +11.9%
    2018$3,806 $155,100
    2017$3,806 +7.8%$155,100 +6.2%
    2016$3,530 $146,000
    2015$3,530 -0.8%$146,000 +3.2%
    2014$3,558 $141,500 -4.3%
    2013-- $147,900 -0.1%
    2012-- $148,100
    2011-- $148,100 -5.1%
    2010-- $156,100
    2009-- $156,100 +7.6%
    2008-- $145,100
    2007-- $145,100 +6.5%
    2006-- $136,200
    2005-- $136,200 +8.3%
    2003-- $125,810 +15.7%
    2002-- $108,780
    2001-- $108,780

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    Neighborhood: Watrous South

    Nearby schools

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    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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