Welcome to this wonderful spacious home, perfect for a big family. With over 2100 sq ft and 5 bedrooms there's lots of room to spread out. Enjoy the historic charm of this home nestled in between two parks, and just a 3 minute drive from the Des Moines city center. This home seamlessly blends historic charm with modern updates, including a newer roof, furnace, dishwasher and windows. New concrete floor in the basement provides ample potential for personalized space. In addition, there is tons of storage space in the 3rd floor walk-up attic. Take advantage and experience the warmth and potential of this beautifully maintained home, ready to accommodate your family’s needs.
Sold for $173,000
$173,000
1212 15th St, Des Moines, IA 50314
5beds
2,166sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1910
7,013 Square Feet Lot
$173,300 Zestimate®
$80/sqft
$2,023 Estimated rent
Home value
$173,300
$163,000 - $185,000
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Listed by:
Adam Janssen (515)778-7078,
Home Source Realty
Bought with:
Johnson, Darian
RE/MAX Revolution
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 711319
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room, Cable TV
- Flooring: Laminate, Tile
- Basement: Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,166
- Total interior livable area: 2,166 sqft
Property
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Fully Fenced
- Fencing: Chain Link,Wood,Full
Lot
- Size: 7,013 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 00470000000
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1910
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: $80/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $137,300
- Annual tax amount: $2,282
- Date on market: 2/5/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 66 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/10/2025 | Sold | $173,000+1.8%$80/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #711319 Report a problem | ||
| 4/13/2025 | Pending sale | $169,900$78/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #711319 Report a problem | ||
| 3/25/2025 | Price change | $169,900-5.6%$78/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #711319 Report a problem | ||
| 2/26/2025 | Price change | $179,900-5.3%$83/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #711319 Report a problem | ||
| 2/5/2025 | Listed for sale | $189,900+21%$88/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #711319 Report a problem | ||
| 7/21/2023 | Sold | $157,000-1.9%$72/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #674159 Report a problem | ||
| 6/12/2023 | Pending sale | $160,000$74/sqft |
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| 6/7/2023 | Price change | $160,000-5.9%$74/sqft |
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| 5/30/2023 | Listed for sale | $170,000+167.7%$78/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #674159 Report a problem | ||
| 8/22/2017 | Sold | $63,500-8%$29/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #536557 Report a problem | ||
| 6/7/2017 | Pending sale | $69,000$32/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CONCEPTS #536557 Report a problem | ||
| 4/3/2017 | Listed for sale | $69,000-1.3%$32/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Real Estate Concepts #536557 Report a problem | ||
| 1/29/2016 | Listing removed | $69,900$32/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Real Estate Concepts #452222 Report a problem | ||
| 12/7/2015 | Listed for sale | $69,900$32/sqft |
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| 11/1/2015 | Listing removed | $69,900$32/sqft |
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| 4/14/2015 | Listed for sale | $69,900+16.5%$32/sqft |
Source: Diverse Solutions #452222 Report a problem | ||
| 6/7/2013 | Listing removed | $60,000$28/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX REAL ESTATE GROUP #417696 Report a problem | ||
| 5/14/2013 | Listed for sale | $60,000+172.7%$28/sqft |
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| 11/23/2011 | Sold | $22,000-58.1%$10/sqft |
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| 6/18/2007 | Sold | $52,500-37.1%$24/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/22/2003 | Sold | $83,500+735%$39/sqft |
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| 12/31/2002 | Sold | $10,000-31%$5/sqft |
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| 4/5/2000 | Sold | $14,500$7/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,328 +2% | $137,300 +18.4% |
| 2024 | $2,282 +13.5% | $116,000 |
| 2023 | $2,010 +0.7% | $116,000 +36% |
| 2022 | $1,996 +6.2% | $85,300 |
| 2021 | $1,880 -3.7% | $85,300 +13.3% |
| 2020 | $1,952 +5.3% | $75,300 |
| 2019 | $1,854 +15.6% | $75,300 +9.1% |
| 2018 | $1,604 | $69,000 |
| 2017 | $1,604 +0.1% | $69,000 -0.7% |
| 2016 | $1,602 | $69,500 |
| 2015 | $1,602 +21% | $69,500 +14.7% |
| 2014 | $1,324 | $60,600 |
| 2013 | -- | $60,600 -15.8% |
| 2012 | -- | $72,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $72,000 -10.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $80,500 |
| 2009 | -- | $80,500 +4.3% |
| 2008 | -- | $77,200 |
| 2007 | -- | $77,200 +24.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $61,900 |
| 2005 | -- | $61,900 +100.5% |
| 2003 | -- | $30,880 +42.1% |
| 2002 | -- | $21,730 -39.1% |
| 2001 | -- | $35,670 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: King Irving
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GreatSchools rating
- 3/10King Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 2/10Callanan Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 5/10Roosevelt High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.3 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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