$10,000 Seller Concession With Acceptable Offer! Buyer may apply concession toward allowable closing costs, prepaids and/or an interest-rate buydown, subject to lender approval. Large Fenced Backyard + Heated Oversized Garage with Workshop Space! This charming Des Moines ranch offers an impressive 0.41-acre lot with a large, fully fenced, pet-friendly backyard and a newer oversized heated 2-car garage with additional shop/workspace. Whether you need room for pets to run, space to garden, a place to work on projects, or storage for your equipment and hobbies, this property delivers. The move-in-ready home features 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath, beautiful hardwood floors throughout the main level, and a full basement with abundant storage and potential for future finished living space. The updated kitchen includes stainless steel appliances, all of which stay, along with a washer and dryer. Outside, the spacious fenced yard includes mature shade trees and provides plenty of room for entertaining, gardening, playground, pets, or outdoor projects. The oversized heated garage adds versatility, featuring a dedicated shop/work area and room for two vehicles. There is also additional parking for an RV, boat, or trailer. Conveniently located near Des Moines International Airport, shopping, restaurants, entertainment, and Sayers Park with its new splash pad, this is a unique opportunity for first-time buyers, pet owners, hobbyists, or anyone looking for extra outdoor and garage space.
For sale
Price cut: $5K (9/28)
$193,700
1112 Lewis Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
2beds
864sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1948
0.42 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$224/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Updated kitchenStainless steel appliances
- 72 days
- 308
- 38
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Steve Gilbert (515)612-4513,
Platinum Realty LLC
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 746468
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Dining Area
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 864
- Total interior livable area: 864 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Patio
- Fencing: Chain Link
Lot
- Size: 0.42 Acres
- Dimensions: 107 x 169
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 12000063000000
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1948
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: $224/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $187,500
- Annual tax amount: $3,652
- Date on market: 7/31/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 73 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,See Remarks
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/28/2026 | Price change | $193,700-2.5%$224/sqft |
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| 9/9/2026 | Price change | $198,700-3%$230/sqft |
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| 8/26/2026 | Price change | $204,900-4.3%$237/sqft |
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| 8/15/2026 | Price change | $214,000-2.3%$248/sqft |
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| 7/31/2026 | Listed for sale | $219,000+80.2%$253/sqft |
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| 12/29/2017 | Sold | $121,500-2.7%$141/sqft |
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| 11/6/2017 | Pending sale | $124,900$145/sqft |
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| 10/10/2017 | Price change | $124,900-3.8%$145/sqft |
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| 9/21/2017 | Price change | $129,900-3.7%$150/sqft |
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| 9/6/2017 | Price change | $134,900-3.6%$156/sqft |
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| 8/25/2017 | Listed for sale | $139,900+90.3%$162/sqft |
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| 6/21/1999 | Sold | $73,500$85/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,134 +2.2% | $187,500 +12.7% |
| 2024 | $3,066 +6.8% | $166,300 |
| 2023 | $2,872 +0.8% | $166,300 +27.2% |
| 2022 | $2,848 -3.3% | $130,700 |
| 2021 | $2,944 -3.6% | $130,700 +3.2% |
| 2020 | $3,054 +9.3% | $126,600 |
| 2019 | $2,794 +11% | $126,600 +12.5% |
| 2018 | $2,516 | $112,500 +5.5% |
| 2017 | $2,516 +7.8% | $106,600 +6% |
| 2016 | $2,334 | $100,600 |
| 2015 | $2,334 +6% | $100,600 +2.3% |
| 2014 | $2,202 | $98,300 |
| 2013 | -- | $98,300 -0.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $98,600 |
| 2011 | -- | $98,600 -4.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $103,200 |
| 2009 | -- | $103,200 +0.7% |
| 2008 | -- | $102,500 |
| 2007 | -- | $102,500 +6.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $96,100 +3.1% |
| 2005 | -- | $93,200 +20.6% |
| 2003 | -- | $77,280 +16.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $66,350 |
| 2001 | -- | $66,350 |
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Neighborhood: Watrous South
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Des Moines Independent
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