For sale

$275,000

1121 Porter Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

3beds

1,148sqft

$1,996/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1957

0.29 Acres Lot

$272,300 Zestimate^®

$240/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Classic brick exteriorFull dry basementOriginal oak woodworkDistinctive architectural detailsPreserved birch cabinetryRefinished hardwood floorsBrand-new appliances

Midcentury charm meets modern living! This beautifully restored 1957 brick ranch features original oak woodwork, distinctive architectural details, and thoughtful updates. The kitchen showcases preserved birch cabinetry and brand-new appliances, including a Fisher & Paykel cooktop. Refinished hardwood floors add timeless appeal. The full, dry basement offers a newly remodeled ¾ bath, expansive space for entertaining or recreation, and room for future finishing. Outside, enjoy the classic brick exterior, a well-maintained roof with gutter guards, attached two-car garage, and new concrete driveway, sidewalks, and steps. Situated on nearly one-third of an acre, the home features a fully fenced, private, park-like backyard bordering the library grounds and the Aquatic Center just steps away!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

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

Heating

Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Built-In Oven, Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer

Features

Dining Area
Basement: Unfinished

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,148
Total interior livable area: 1,148 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
Attached garage spaces: 2

Features

Stories: 1
Fencing: Wood

Lot

Size: 0.29 Acres
Features: Rectangular Lot

Details

Parcel number: 12000444000000
Zoning: N3A

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Contemporary,Ranch
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Brick
Foundation: Block
Roof: Asphalt,Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1957

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Des Moines

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $240/sqft
Tax assessed value: $237,900
Annual tax amount: $4,238
Date on market: 10/22/2026
Cumulative days on market: 16 days
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan

Estimated market value

$272,300

$259,000 - $286,000

$1,668/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
10/23/2026	Listed for sale	$275,000+57.1%$240/sqft
Source: DMMLS #751779 Report a problem
5/20/2026	Sold	$175,000+16.7%$152/sqft
Source: DMMLS #737748 Report a problem
4/10/2026	Pending sale	$149,900$131/sqft
Source: DMMLS #737748 Report a problem
4/6/2026	Listed for sale	$149,900+26.5%$131/sqft
Source: DMMLS #737748 Report a problem
7/13/2001	Sold	$118,500$103/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$3,754 -1.4%	$237,900 +12.8%
2024	$3,806 +2.3%	$210,900
2023	$3,720 +0.8%	$210,900 +26.5%
2022	$3,690 +0.4%	$166,700
2021	$3,674 -3.6%	$166,700 +7%
2020	$3,810 +8.2%	$155,800
2019	$3,522 +1.1%	$155,800 +11.6%
2018	$3,482	$139,600
2017	$3,482 +8.1%	$139,600 +6.6%
2016	$3,220	$130,900
2015	$3,220 -1%	$130,900 -3.8%
2014	$3,254	$136,000
2013	--	$136,000 -0.1%
2012	--	$136,200
2011	--	$136,200 -3.1%
2010	--	$140,500
2009	--	$140,500 +2.6%
2008	--	$136,900
2007	--	$136,900 +10.3%
2006	--	$124,100
2005	--	$124,100 +10.3%
2003	--	$112,500 +6.7%
2002	--	$105,430
2001	--	$105,430