Welcome to 1129 Mason Ave! This charming Des Moines home offers a great combination of space, updates, and outdoor living. Several of the big-ticket exterior items have already been taken care of, including a newer roof, newer siding, gutters, downspouts, and vinyl wrapped windows for added peace of mind and low-maintenance living. Outside, you?ll love the large lot with plenty of room to enjoy, garden, entertain, or just unwind. A detached two-car garage provides excellent parking, storage, and workspace. Conveniently located with easy access to shopping, dining, schools, parks, and major Des Moines amenities including the zoo and the airport. Whether you're looking for your first home, downsizing, or simply want an affordable property with a great yard and garage, this one is definitely worth a look. Schedule your showing and come see the potential at 1129 Mason Ave!
For sale
Price cut: $4K (9/21)
$179,000
1129 Mason Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
2beds
672sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1954
0.28 Acres Lot
$174,800 Zestimate®
$266/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Newer sidingNewer roof
- 34 days
- 179
- 16
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Wendy Wagner (641)521-6839,
RE/MAX Concepts
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 749547
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Interior area
- Total structure area: 672
- Total interior livable area: 672 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 0.28 Acres
- Dimensions: 66 x 187
Details
- Parcel number: 12004990000000
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1954
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $266/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $165,100
- Annual tax amount: $2,716
- Date on market: 9/17/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 46 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
$174,800
$166,000 - $184,000
$1,036/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/21/2026 | Price change | $179,000-2.2%$266/sqft |
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| 9/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $183,000-3.2%$272/sqft |
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| 9/16/2026 | Listing removed | $189,000$281/sqft |
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| 9/11/2026 | Price change | $189,000-5%$281/sqft |
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| 9/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $199,000+24.4%$296/sqft |
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| 9/5/2024 | Sold | $160,000$238/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #700544 Report a problem | ||
| 8/8/2024 | Pending sale | $160,000$238/sqft |
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| 8/7/2024 | Listed for sale | $160,000+70.4%$238/sqft |
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| 9/18/2017 | Sold | $93,900$140/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #544796 Report a problem | ||
| 8/14/2017 | Pending sale | $93,900$140/sqft |
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| 7/28/2017 | Listed for sale | $93,900+163.8%$140/sqft |
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| 1/18/2013 | Sold | $35,600-6.3%$53/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #408866 Report a problem | ||
| 11/4/2012 | Listed for sale | $38,000-55.9%$57/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Mid-America Group, Realtors #408866 Report a problem | ||
| 9/21/2010 | Sold | $86,236+10.6%$128/sqft |
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| 5/12/2009 | Sold | $78,000+12728.9%$116/sqft |
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| 7/24/2007 | Sold | $608$1/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,716 +2.3% | $165,100 +13.5% |
| 2024 | $2,656 +1.3% | $145,500 |
| 2023 | $2,622 +0.8% | $145,500 +21.1% |
| 2022 | $2,600 +7.2% | $120,100 |
| 2021 | $2,426 -3.5% | $120,100 +13.5% |
| 2020 | $2,514 +10.8% | $105,800 |
| 2019 | $2,268 +5.5% | $105,800 +13.9% |
| 2018 | $2,150 | $92,900 |
| 2017 | $2,150 +6.1% | $92,900 +4.5% |
| 2016 | $2,026 | $88,900 |
| 2015 | $2,026 +56.8% | $88,900 +41.6% |
| 2014 | $1,292 | $62,800 |
| 2013 | -- | $62,800 -0.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $63,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $63,000 -1.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $63,900 |
| 2009 | -- | $63,900 -13.8% |
| 2008 | -- | $74,100 |
| 2007 | -- | $74,100 +4.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $70,700 |
| 2005 | -- | $70,700 +14.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $61,880 +6.1% |
| 2002 | -- | $58,310 |
| 2001 | -- | $58,310 |
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Neighborhood: 50315
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.
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