This listing includes 2 parcels totaling 0.379 acres. Quality updates inside and out. The eat-in kitchen has newer stainless steel appliances including a convection oven, large granite countertop, undermount sink and Shelf Genie cabinet inserts to create a dream kitchen. New LVP flooring throughout. All solid wood doors, cabinets and trim have been skillfully refinished. Upstairs also includes a large living room, 3 Beds and 1 bath. Downstairs has a huge family room with a gas fireplace, 1 big bedroom, a bathroom with a luxurious walk-in shower, and a utility room with laundry. The newer deck has covered area and permanent maintenance free flooring. Siding and windows have transferable warranties. Oversized heated, insulated garage is 30x24 and has 24 feet of built-in workbench. The work area is a handyman's dream. Don’t miss this opportunity to own a beautifully updated home with a rare double lot. Walking distance to Cooper Creek Lake.
Sold for $281,500
$281,500
1236 Williams St, Des Moines, IA 50317
4beds
1,026sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1979
0.38 Acres Lot
$279,300 Zestimate®
$274/sqft
$1,707 Estimated rent
Home value
$279,300
$263,000 - $299,000
$1,707/mo
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Gas fireplaceSolid wood doorsUtility room with laundryPermanent maintenance free flooringLvp flooringCovered areaNewer deck
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Listed by:
Donna Meador (515)771-3955,
Century 21 Signature,
Roy Meador 515-771-3942,
Century 21 Signature
Bought with:
Downing, Julie
Spire Real Estate
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 709370
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: 3
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Carpet
- Basement: Daylight,Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Fireplace Screen
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,026
- Total interior livable area: 1,026 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 720
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Storage
Lot
- Size: 0.38 Acres
- Dimensions: 66 x 114
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 06007824007000
- Zoning: N3A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Split-Foyer
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1979
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Fire Alarm, Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/25/2025 | Sold | $281,500-2.2%$274/sqft |
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| 3/17/2025 | Pending sale | $287,900$281/sqft |
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| 1/28/2025 | Price change | $287,900-0.7%$281/sqft |
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| 12/26/2024 | Listed for sale | $289,900$283/sqft |
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| 12/9/2024 | Listing removed | $289,900$283/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #704447 Report a problem | ||
| 11/7/2024 | Price change | $289,900-1.7%$283/sqft |
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| 9/21/2024 | Listed for sale | $294,900+353.7%$287/sqft |
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| 3/18/1992 | Sold | $65,000$63/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,534 -1.6% | $226,400 +13.2% |
| 2024 | $3,590 -6.4% | $200,000 |
| 2023 | $3,836 +0.8% | $200,000 +16.6% |
| 2022 | $3,804 +6.7% | $171,600 |
| 2021 | $3,566 -3.6% | $171,600 +13.3% |
| 2020 | $3,700 +8.8% | $151,500 |
| 2019 | $3,402 +1.2% | $151,500 +12.1% |
| 2018 | $3,362 | $135,100 |
| 2017 | $3,362 +22.3% | $135,100 +4.9% |
| 2016 | $2,750 | $128,800 |
| 2015 | $2,750 -4.6% | $128,800 -6.1% |
| 2014 | $2,882 | $137,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $137,200 -0.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $137,400 |
| 2011 | -- | $137,400 +1.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $135,800 |
| 2009 | -- | $135,800 +3.6% |
| 2008 | -- | $131,100 |
| 2007 | -- | $131,100 +9.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $120,100 +12.9% |
| 2005 | -- | $106,400 +18.1% |
| 2003 | -- | $90,070 +15.3% |
| 2002 | -- | $78,140 |
| 2001 | -- | $78,140 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Gray's Woods
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Stowe Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 1/10Hoyt Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 2/10East High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.5 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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