Welcome home to this charming Des Moines bungalow offering easy one-level living with modern updates and timeless character! Enjoy relaxing on the spacious front porch before stepping inside to find new flooring throughout, gorgeous original wood built-ins, and newer windows that fill the home with natural light. The updated kitchen features brand-new stainless steel appliances, while the stylish bathroom boasts a beautifully tiled shower. The lower level provides ample space for laundry and storage, and outside you'll love the new back deck overlooking a yard with a poured slab ready for a future garage. Conveniently located near local amenities and parks, this move-in ready home offers incredible value, all for under $200,000! All information obtained from seller and public records.
For sale
$195,000
1141 Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
2beds
936sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1921
7,143 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$208/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Modern updatesGorgeous original wood built-insStylish bathroomEasy one-level livingUpdated kitchenNew flooring throughoutSpacious front porch
- 48 days
- 109
- 6
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Chris Kew 515-223-9492,
RE/MAX Precision,
Lauryn Peitzman,
RE/MAX Precision
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 729680
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, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 936
- Total interior livable area: 936 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck
Lot
- Size: 7,143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 143
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 07004662000000
- Zoning: N5
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow,Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1921
Details
- Warranty included: Yes
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: $208/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $80,600
- Annual tax amount: $2,160
- Date on market: 11/3/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 328 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Contract,FHA,VA Loan
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $195,000$208/sqft |
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| 6/19/2026 | Pending sale | $195,000$208/sqft |
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| 2/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $195,000$208/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #729680 Report a problem | ||
| 1/19/2026 | Pending sale | $195,000$208/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #729680 Report a problem | ||
| 11/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $195,000$208/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #729680 Report a problem | ||
| 10/11/2025 | Listing removed | $195,000$208/sqft |
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| 7/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $195,000+239.1%$208/sqft |
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| 12/6/2024 | Sold | $57,500$61/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,204 +2% | $80,600 -26.6% |
| 2024 | $2,160 +1.3% | $109,800 |
| 2023 | $2,132 +0.8% | $109,800 +21.3% |
| 2022 | $2,116 +10.2% | $90,500 |
| 2021 | $1,920 -3.6% | $90,500 +12.8% |
| 2020 | $1,992 +6.1% | $80,200 |
| 2019 | $1,878 +1.2% | $80,200 +9.7% |
| 2018 | $1,856 | $73,100 |
| 2017 | $1,856 +11.5% | $73,100 +9.9% |
| 2016 | $1,664 | $66,500 |
| 2015 | $1,664 +4.8% | $66,500 +1.7% |
| 2014 | $1,588 | $65,400 |
| 2013 | -- | $65,400 +0.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $65,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $65,000 -10.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $72,900 |
| 2009 | -- | $72,900 +1.3% |
| 2008 | -- | $72,000 |
| 2007 | -- | $72,000 +13.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $63,400 |
| 2005 | -- | $63,400 +7.5% |
| 2003 | -- | $58,980 -1.1% |
| 2002 | -- | $59,610 |
| 2001 | -- | $59,610 |
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Neighborhood: Oak Park
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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