Own a piece of history in River Bend with this early 1900s Victorian located in the River Bend Local Historic District, offering over 3,100 square feet of finished space. With 8 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, this home provides plenty of flexibility whether you're looking for space to spread out or an opportunity to generate income. The main level features tall ceilings that give the home an open, airy feel, along with original character throughout that's ready to be brought back to life. Conveniently located just minutes from downtown Des Moines, with quick access to the interstate, plus nearby shops, restaurants, parks, and everyday amenities. If you?re looking for a property with size, character, and strong upside in one of Des Moines unique neighborhoods, this is one worth seeing.
For sale
Price cut: $15K (5/28)
$139,999
1420 9th St, Des Moines, IA 50314
8beds
3,178sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1910
9,583 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$44/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Original character throughoutTall ceilingsOpen airy feel
- 168 days |
- 2,683 |
- 191 |
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Listed by:
George Romero (515)864-9142,
RE/MAX Concepts
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 732783
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSLoading...
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 8
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Stove
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Flooring: Tile
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,178
- Total interior livable area: 3,178 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Approach with Ramp
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 9,583 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 75 x 128
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 08002967000000
- Zoning: N5
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story,Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1910
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: $44/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $117,200
- Annual tax amount: $2,212
- Date on market: 1/13/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 321 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,087/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/28/2026 | Price change | $139,999-9.7%$44/sqft |
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| 4/8/2026 | Price change | $154,999-8.8%$49/sqft |
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| 12/15/2025 | Price change | $169,999-5.6%$53/sqft |
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| 9/29/2025 | Price change | $179,999-5.3%$57/sqft |
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| 8/21/2025 | Price change | $189,999-5%$60/sqft |
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| 7/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $199,999+589.7%$63/sqft |
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| 3/24/2015 | Sold | $29,000+26.1%$9/sqft |
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| 9/6/2012 | Sold | $23,000-23.3%$7/sqft |
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| 12/3/2011 | Price change | $30,000-25%$9/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #385042 Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2011 | Listed for sale | $40,000$13/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,810 +2.3% | $117,200 +16.7% |
| 2024 | $1,770 +16.4% | $100,400 |
| 2023 | $1,520 +0.8% | $100,400 +36.8% |
| 2022 | $1,508 +7.6% | $73,400 |
| 2021 | $1,402 -46.7% | $73,400 +13.3% |
| 2020 | $2,631 +95.7% | $64,800 |
| 2019 | $1,344 +1.5% | $64,800 +10.8% |
| 2018 | $1,324 | $58,500 |
| 2017 | $1,324 -44.2% | $58,500 -40.8% |
| 2016 | $2,374 | $98,800 |
| 2015 | $2,374 -1.8% | $98,800 +11.1% |
| 2014 | $2,417 | $88,900 |
| 2013 | -- | $88,900 -16.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $105,900 |
| 2011 | -- | $105,900 -4.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $110,800 |
| 2009 | -- | $110,800 +4.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $106,300 |
| 2007 | -- | $106,300 +85.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $57,300 |
| 2005 | -- | $57,300 +2.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $55,750 +23.9% |
| 2002 | -- | $45,000 +782.4% |
| 2001 | -- | $5,100 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: River Bend
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Moulton Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 1/10Harding Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 2/10North High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 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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- Iowa
- Polk County
- Des Moines
- 50314
- River Bend
- 1420 9th St
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