Charming 3-bedroom ranch on nearly half an acre in South Des Moines! With 1,042 sq ft of living space, this home offers a functional layout, spacious bedrooms, and a massive backyard perfect for outdoor living, pets, or future expansion. The detached 1-car garage adds convenience for parking and/or storage. While the property needs some TLC, it presents a great opportunity for investors or buyers looking to build sweat equity. Solid potential in a convenient location--don't miss your chance to make it your own!
Sold for $150,000
Zestimate®
$150,000
117 E Rose Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
3beds
1,042sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1953
0.43 Acres Lot
$150,000 Zestimate®
$144/sqft
$1,510 Estimated rent
Home value
$150,000
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Spacious bedroomsMassive backyardFunctional layout
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Listed by:
Cameron Campos (515)778-5345,
RE/MAX Concepts,
Chris Moore 515-554-4549,
RE/MAX Concepts
Bought with:
Alvarado, Cynthia
EXP Realty, LLC
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 726977
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,042
- Total interior livable area: 1,042 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 0.43 Acres
- Dimensions: 79 x 239
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 01004504000000
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1953
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: $144/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $180,900
- Annual tax amount: $3,403
- Date on market: 9/25/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 11 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/25/2025 | Sold | $150,000-6.3%$144/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #726977 Report a problem | ||
| 10/6/2025 | Pending sale | $160,000$154/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #726977 Report a problem | ||
| 9/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $160,000$154/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #726977 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,288 +21.4% | $180,900 +10.4% |
| 2024 | $2,708 -6.4% | $163,800 |
| 2023 | $2,892 +0.8% | $163,800 +21.3% |
| 2022 | $2,868 +3.8% | $135,000 |
| 2021 | $2,762 -3.5% | $135,000 +10.1% |
| 2020 | $2,862 +6.6% | $122,600 |
| 2019 | $2,686 +1.3% | $122,600 +9.8% |
| 2018 | $2,652 | $111,700 |
| 2017 | $2,652 +12.9% | $111,700 +10.4% |
| 2016 | $2,350 | $101,200 |
| 2015 | $2,350 +3.1% | $101,200 -0.2% |
| 2014 | $2,280 | $101,400 |
| 2013 | -- | $101,400 -0.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $101,500 |
| 2011 | -- | $101,500 -1.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $102,600 |
| 2009 | -- | $102,600 -1.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $103,800 |
| 2007 | -- | $103,800 +9.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $94,900 |
| 2005 | -- | $94,900 +10.7% |
| 2003 | -- | $85,760 +14.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $75,100 |
| 2001 | -- | $75,100 |
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Neighborhood: 50315
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GreatSchools rating
- 4/10South Union Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 2/10Weeks Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 2/10Lincoln High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
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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