This charming, classic home offers the perfect combination of timeless character, low-maintenance living, and a convenient location near Grand View University and everything Des Moines has to offer. The main floor welcomes you with a primary suite with a private en-suite bathroom, a spacious living area and a fully functioning kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Upstairs you'll find two additional bedrooms and a stylish bathroom featuring beautiful tile and a unique clawfoot bathtub. Outside enjoy a small, low-maintenance yard and a huge concrete driveway ready for a shed or carport and still have plenty of space for parking. If you're looking for a home that offers personality, flexibility, and convenience without the maintenance headache, this one is definitely worth a look!
For sale
$209,900
1411 Guthrie Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
3beds
913sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
3,441 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$230/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Timeless characterSmall low-maintenance yardUnique clawfoot bathtub
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Listed by:
Karlie Henderson (319)404-8017,
LPT Realty, LLC
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 749463
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 913
- Total interior livable area: 913 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
Lot
- Size: 3,441 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 66 x 52
Details
- Parcel number: 11001811000000
- Zoning: MX1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: One and One Half Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Asbestos
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- 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: $230/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $175,200
- Annual tax amount: $3,302
- Date on market: 9/18/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 222 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $209,900-4.8%$230/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #749463 Report a problem | ||
| 9/10/2026 | Listing removed | $220,500$242/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #734807 Report a problem | ||
| 6/8/2026 | Price change | $220,500-4.1%$242/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #734807 Report a problem | ||
| 4/13/2026 | Price change | $229,900-2.2%$252/sqft |
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| 2/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $235,000+9.3%$257/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #734807 Report a problem | ||
| 5/23/2023 | Sold | $215,000-2.3%$235/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #666957 Report a problem | ||
| 4/10/2023 | Pending sale | $219,950$241/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #666957 Report a problem | ||
| 3/28/2023 | Listed for sale | $219,950$241/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #666957 Report a problem | ||
| 3/7/2023 | Pending sale | $219,950$241/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #666957 Report a problem | ||
| 2/1/2023 | Listed for sale | $219,950+249.1%$241/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #666957 Report a problem | ||
| 6/16/2021 | Sold | $63,000-55.6%$69/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #627356 Report a problem | ||
| 8/5/2020 | Sold | $142,000+667.6%$156/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/10/2011 | Sold | $18,500-52.5%$20/sqft |
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| 11/29/2010 | Price change | $38,980-1.3%$43/sqft |
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| 11/4/2010 | Listed for sale | $39,480$43/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,120 +162.2% | $175,200 +12.7% |
| 2024 | $1,190 -5.9% | $155,400 +156.9% |
| 2023 | $1,264 +37.4% | $60,500 +12.9% |
| 2022 | $920 +12.5% | $53,600 |
| 2021 | $818 -3.5% | $53,600 +14% |
| 2020 | $848 +18.1% | $47,000 |
| 2019 | $718 +0.8% | $47,000 +16% |
| 2018 | $712 | $40,500 |
| 2017 | $712 +1.7% | $40,500 -0.7% |
| 2016 | $700 | $40,800 |
| 2015 | $700 +4.2% | $40,800 +0.7% |
| 2014 | $672 | $40,500 |
| 2013 | -- | $40,500 +0.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $40,400 +44.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $28,000 -47.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $53,400 |
| 2009 | -- | $53,400 +2.1% |
| 2008 | -- | $52,300 |
| 2007 | -- | $52,300 +1% |
| 2006 | -- | $51,800 |
| 2005 | -- | $51,800 +7.7% |
| 2003 | -- | $48,080 -0.9% |
| 2002 | -- | $48,520 |
| 2001 | -- | $48,520 |
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Neighborhood: Union Park
Nearby schools
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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