Welcome home to 1229 47th Street! This charming bungalow offers all the character and woodwork buyers love in
the Waveland neighborhood. Inside, you'll find a flexible primary space that can serve as a spacious bedroom, home
office, or bonus living area. The remodeled kitchen opens to a highly functional dining room with extended
cabinetry, providing extra storage and workspace rarely found in homes of this era.
Outside, enjoy the fenced backyard?perfect for pets, play, or entertaining. Downstairs, the finished rec room adds
valuable extra living space for movie nights, hobbies, or a home gym. Priced with today's buyer in mind, this home
delivers character, updates, and value in one of Des Moines' most desirable neighborhoods. Schedule your showing
today!
Sold for $246,000
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$246,000
1229 47th St, Des Moines, IA 50311
3beds
1,114sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
6,708 Square Feet Lot
$246,000 Zestimate®
$221/sqft
$1,617 Estimated rent
Home value
$246,000
$234,000 - $258,000
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Character and woodworkFlexible primary spaceCharming bungalowRemodeled kitchenHighly functional dining room
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Listed by:
Eric Quiner (515)710-5468,
Realty ONE Group Impact
Bought with:
Anthony Massman
Century 21 Signature Real Esta
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 742856
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: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,114
- Total interior livable area: 1,114 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Lot
- Size: 6,708 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 134
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 10011178000000
- Zoning: N5
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
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: $221/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $239,500
- Annual tax amount: $4,514
- Date on market: 6/12/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 3 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/8/2026 | Sold | $246,000+2.5%$221/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #742856 Report a problem | ||
| 6/15/2026 | Pending sale | $240,000$215/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #742856 Report a problem | ||
| 6/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $240,000+41.2%$215/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #742856 Report a problem | ||
| 7/5/2019 | Sold | $170,000-10.5%$153/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #580171 Report a problem | ||
| 5/17/2019 | Price change | $189,900-5%$170/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Mid-America Group, Realtors #580171 Report a problem | ||
| 5/16/2019 | Price change | $199,900+5.3%$179/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Mid-America Group, Realtors #580171 Report a problem | ||
| 5/9/2019 | Price change | $189,900-5%$170/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Mid-America Group, Realtors #580171 Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2019 | Listed for sale | $199,900+44.9%$179/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Mid-America Group, Realtors #580171 Report a problem | ||
| 1/6/2016 | Sold | $138,000-0.7%$124/sqft |
Source:  CIBR #43680 Report a problem | ||
| 8/19/2015 | Listed for sale | $139,000+7.8%$125/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 7/14/2014 | Sold | $129,000-0.4%$116/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/26/2014 | Listed for sale | $129,500-3.7%$116/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #434739 Report a problem | ||
| 10/19/2012 | Listing removed | $134,500$121/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #404918 Report a problem | ||
| 8/3/2012 | Listed for sale | $134,500+28.4%$121/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #404918 Report a problem | ||
| 3/7/2003 | Sold | $104,733+17%$94/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/31/1999 | Sold | $89,500$80/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,078 +2.2% | $239,500 +12.2% |
| 2024 | $3,992 -1.5% | $213,400 |
| 2023 | $4,052 +0.8% | $213,400 +18% |
| 2022 | $4,020 +3.3% | $180,800 |
| 2021 | $3,892 +19.5% | $180,800 +9.8% |
| 2020 | $3,256 +2.1% | $164,600 +22.5% |
| 2019 | $3,190 +1.2% | $134,400 +5.7% |
| 2018 | $3,152 | $127,200 |
| 2017 | $3,152 +1.5% | $127,200 +7.9% |
| 2016 | $3,106 | $117,900 |
| 2015 | $3,106 +19.7% | $117,900 +7% |
| 2014 | $2,594 | $110,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $110,200 -1% |
| 2012 | -- | $111,300 |
| 2011 | -- | $111,300 -7.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $120,600 |
| 2009 | -- | $120,600 +8.6% |
| 2008 | -- | $111,100 |
| 2007 | -- | $111,100 +0.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $110,100 |
| 2005 | -- | $110,100 +13.5% |
| 2003 | -- | $97,040 +11.7% |
| 2002 | -- | $86,840 |
| 2001 | -- | $86,840 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Waveland Park
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GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Perkins Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 7/10Merrill Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 5/10Roosevelt High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 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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