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Sold for $311,000
  • $311,000

    1305 Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

    4beds
    1,543sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1941
    7,013 Square Feet Lot
    $311,000 Zestimate®
    $202/sqft
    $2,098 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $311,000

    $295,000 - $327,000

    $2,098/mo

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    What's special

    Gas fireplaceMove-in-ready brick homeCedar closetLaundry and additional storageRefinished hardwood floorsHeated floorsBeautifully landscaped corner lot
    Character, charm, and modern updates come together in this move-in-ready brick home situated on a beautifully landscaped corner lot in the coveted Rosebud Neighborhood. Located just off Bell Ave south of Gray's Lake. This 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers exceptional space inside and out, featuring a fully fenced backyard, patio, fire pit, and detached two-car garage. Inside, refinished hardwood floors run throughout the main level, highlighted by a cozy living room with a wood-burning fireplace. Two bedrooms and a full bathroom are located on the main floor, along with a beautifully remodeled four-season room overlooking the backyard. Updated in 2024, this inviting space includes heated floors, a cedar closet, and newer windows installed in 2021. The galley kitchen offers a Thermador stove, built-in television, soft-close drawers, and over- and under-cabinet lighting. The finished second floor offers flexible space ideal for a bedroom, office, family room, hobby area, or playroom. Make the finished lower level your inside entertainment space, or us as a spacious primary suite featuring a walk-in closet, gas fireplace, and private bathroom. You’ll also find laundry and additional storage. Major updates include new roofs, gutters, and leaf guards on both the home and garage in 2023, plus furnace, ac, and water heater updated in 2016. New basement and garage windows. Classic character paired with thoughtful updates makes this one a must-see. Schedule your showing today!

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    Listed by:

    Ben Bjorholm (515)250-1911,

    1 Percent Lists Evolution

    Bought with:

    Emily Broderick

    Keller Williams Realty GDM

    Dave Crawford

    Keller Williams Realty GDM

    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 743619MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 3/4 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bedrooms: 2
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
    Features
    • Dining Area, Cable TV, Window Treatments
    • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
    • Basement: Egress Windows,Finished
    • Number of fireplaces: 2
    • Fireplace features: Gas Log, Wood Burning
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,543
    • Total interior livable area: 1,543 sqft
    • Finished area below ground: 700

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
    • Garage spaces: 2
    Features
    • Levels: One and One Half
    • Stories: 1.5
    • Patio & porch: Covered, Open, Patio
    • Exterior features: Fire Pit, Patio
    • Fencing: Chain Link
    Lot
    • Size: 7,013 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 50 x 140
    • Features: Corner Lot
    Details
    • Parcel number: 01004217000000
    • Zoning: Res

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: One and One Half Story
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Brick
    • Foundation: Block
    • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
    Condition
    • Resale
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1941

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Des Moines

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $202/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $268,200
    • Annual tax amount: $4,112
    • Date on market: 6/22/2026
    • Cumulative days on market: 4 days
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
    • Road surface type: Concrete

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    8/10/2026Sold$311,000+0.4%$202/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #743619 Report a problem
    6/26/2026Pending sale$309,900$201/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #743619 Report a problem
    6/22/2026Listed for sale$309,900+107.3%$201/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #743619 Report a problem
    5/27/2011Sold$149,500$97/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025-- $268,200 +13.2%
    2024-- $237,000
    2023-- $237,000 +17.7%
    2022-- $201,400
    2021$4,112 -3.6%$201,400 +14%
    2020$4,266 +6%$176,700
    2019$4,026 +1.2%$176,700 +9.3%
    2018$3,978 $161,600
    2017$3,978 +9.4%$161,600 +7.7%
    2016$3,636 $150,000
    2015$3,636 +3.8%$150,000 +0.6%
    2014$3,502 $149,100
    2013-- $149,100 -0.1%
    2012-- $149,300
    2011-- $149,300 -8%
    2010-- $162,300
    2009-- $162,300 +6.8%
    2008-- $151,900
    2007-- $151,900 +13.9%
    2006-- $133,400
    2005-- $133,400 +4.9%
    2003-- $127,120 +12.4%
    2002-- $113,100
    2001-- $113,100
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Gray's Lake

    Nearby schools

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    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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