Welcome to this historic 4 bedroom two story on Des Moines' east side! With 1,800 sq feet of space this home has so much space for you to spread out in! Step inside through the stunning three-season porch, lined with windows on all three sides, providing the perfect spot to relax and unwind. As you enter the home, you'll be welcomed by a spacious living room that flows seamlessly into a formal dining room and a well-appointed kitchen with ample cabinet space. Upstairs you’ll find 4 spacious bedrooms, a full bathroom and a laundry room. Outside, enjoy a fully fenced yard and a patio—ideal for entertaining or simply enjoying the outdoors. Located minutes from East High School, Birdland Park, Grand View University and downtown. Don’t miss out on this affordable home! Roof was replaced 4 years ago.
Sold for $148,900
$148,900
1249 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
4beds
1,806sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1905
7,971 Square Feet Lot
$149,000 Zestimate®
$82/sqft
$1,805 Estimated rent
Home value
$149,000
$140,000 - $159,000
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Formal dining roomSpacious bedroomsFully fenced yardStunning three-season porchAmple cabinet spaceWell-appointed kitchenLaundry room
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Listed by:
Ethan Hokel (865)801-1887,
Century 21 Signature,
CH Tan 515-708-4724,
Century 21 Signature
Bought with:
Roshni Ryan
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 714715
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
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Dining Area
- Flooring: Laminate
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,806
- Total interior livable area: 1,806 sqft
Property
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Fully Fenced, Patio, Storage
- Fencing: Full
Lot
- Size: 7,971 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 159
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 11001475000000
- Zoning: n3c
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1905
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: $82/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $159,100
- Annual tax amount: $2,863
- Date on market: 4/3/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 4 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/15/2025 | Sold | $148,900-0.7%$82/sqft |
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| 4/8/2025 | Pending sale | $149,900$83/sqft |
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| 4/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $149,900+53.7%$83/sqft |
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| 12/27/2006 | Sold | $97,500+97%$54/sqft |
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| 7/6/2006 | Sold | $49,500$27/sqft |
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| 1/22/2002 | Sold | $49,500-17.4%$27/sqft |
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| 5/23/2001 | Sold | $59,900-24.7%$33/sqft |
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| 10/30/1998 | Sold | $79,500+160.7%$44/sqft |
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| 12/18/1997 | Sold | $30,500$17/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,854 +2% | $159,100 +11.9% |
| 2024 | $2,798 +7.5% | $142,200 |
| 2023 | $2,602 +0.8% | $142,200 +28.8% |
| 2022 | $2,582 +7.3% | $110,400 |
| 2021 | $2,406 -3.8% | $110,400 +14.5% |
| 2020 | $2,500 +5% | $96,400 |
| 2019 | $2,382 +1% | $96,400 +8.8% |
| 2018 | $2,358 | $88,600 |
| 2017 | $2,358 -13.2% | $88,600 -14.1% |
| 2016 | $2,716 | $103,100 |
| 2015 | $2,716 +0.4% | $103,100 -2.4% |
| 2014 | $2,704 | $105,600 |
| 2013 | -- | $105,600 +0.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $105,100 |
| 2011 | -- | $105,100 +5.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $100,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $100,000 +4.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $96,000 |
| 2007 | -- | $96,000 +9% |
| 2006 | -- | $88,100 |
| 2005 | -- | $88,100 +15.7% |
| 2003 | -- | $76,120 +10.1% |
| 2002 | -- | $69,140 |
| 2001 | -- | $69,140 |
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Neighborhood: Capitol Park
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GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Carver Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 3/10Hiatt Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 3/10East High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 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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