Stylish, functional, and packed with potential, this home offers the perfect mix of comfort and affordability. Whether you?re a first-time buyer, investor, or looking for your next move, 1235 5th Ave deserves a spot at the top of your list. This two-story home in downtown Des Moines offers 1,594 square feet of spacious living with 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. You?ll enjoy easy access to shopping, dining, and all the amenities the city has to offer. Call your favorite realtor and schedule a showing today!
Sold for $222,000
$222,000
1235 5th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314
4beds
1,594sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1890
6,229.08 Square Feet Lot
$221,900 Zestimate®
$139/sqft
$1,370 Estimated rent
Home value
$221,900
$211,000 - $233,000
$1,370/mo
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Two-story home
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Listed by:
Mariela Mendoza 515-612-3389,
LPT Realty, LLC
Bought with:
Cynthia Alvarado
LPT Realty, LLC
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 740925
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,594
- Total interior livable area: 1,594 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 6,229 sqft
- Dimensions: 50 x 125
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 080/05997000000
- Zoning: N5
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1890
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Contract,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/16/2026 | Sold | $222,000+0.9%$139/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #740925 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2026 | Pending sale | $220,000$138/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #740925 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $220,000$138/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #740925 Report a problem | ||
| 5/14/2026 | Listing removed | $220,000$138/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #725576 Report a problem | ||
| 5/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $220,000$138/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #725576 Report a problem | ||
| 4/14/2026 | Pending sale | $220,000$138/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #725576 Report a problem | ||
| 2/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $220,000$138/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #725576 Report a problem | ||
| 2/5/2026 | Pending sale | $220,000$138/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #725576 Report a problem | ||
| 1/27/2026 | Price change | $220,000-4.3%$138/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #725576 Report a problem | ||
| 10/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $230,000$144/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #725576 Report a problem | ||
| 9/11/2025 | Pending sale | $230,000$144/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #725576 Report a problem | ||
| 9/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $230,000+248.5%$144/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #725576 Report a problem | ||
| 1/17/2025 | Sold | $66,000+4048.3%$41/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #705681 Report a problem | ||
| 6/21/2024 | Sold | $1,591-89%$1/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/12/2001 | Sold | $14,500$9/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,860 -31.4% | $104,500 +12.7% |
| 2024 | $2,713 -14.6% | $92,700 |
| 2023 | $3,177 +126.6% | $92,700 +34.5% |
| 2022 | $1,402 +61.1% | $68,900 |
| 2021 | $870 -3.3% | $68,900 +14.3% |
| 2020 | $900 -0.7% | $60,300 |
| 2019 | $906 +1.3% | $60,300 +3.3% |
| 2018 | $894 | $58,400 |
| 2017 | $894 +13.2% | $58,400 +10.6% |
| 2016 | $790 | $52,800 |
| 2015 | $790 +7.3% | $52,800 +3.3% |
| 2014 | $736 | $51,100 |
| 2013 | -- | $51,100 -2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $52,400 |
| 2011 | -- | $52,400 +7.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $48,700 |
| 2009 | -- | $48,700 -4.9% |
| 2008 | -- | $51,200 |
| 2007 | -- | $51,200 +21.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $42,200 |
| 2005 | -- | $42,200 +8.6% |
| 2003 | -- | $38,870 +7.7% |
| 2002 | -- | $36,100 |
| 2001 | -- | $36,100 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: River Bend
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Moulton Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 1/10Harding Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.8 mi
- 2/10North 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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