Opportunity is knocking at 1424 Douglas Ave in Des Moines! This property is ready for its next chapter and offers incredible potential for investors or buyers looking to build equity. With solid bones and a layout full of possibilities, this home is the perfect canvas to bring your vision to life. Whether you're looking to renovate and resell, create a rental, or customize a space of your own, the upside here is undeniable. Located in a convenient Des Moines location with easy access to downtown, shopping, and major roadways. Being sold as-is come unlock the potential and make it yours!
Sold for $77,000
Zestimate®
$77,000
1424 Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
2beds
816sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1916
-- sqft lot
$77,000 Zestimate®
$94/sqft
$1,331 Estimated rent
Home value
$77,000
$73,000 - $81,000
$1,331/mo
Zestimate® history
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Solid bones
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Listed by:
Taylor Hird (515)402-6026,
Century 21 Signature
Bought with:
Jairon Hernandez
RE/MAX Precision
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 739044
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 816
- Total interior livable area: 816 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 1
Details
- Parcel number: 07004376000000
- Zoning: N5
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal Siding
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1916
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/12/2026 | Sold | $77,000+28.3%$94/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #739044 Report a problem | ||
| 4/27/2026 | Pending sale | $60,000$74/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #739044 Report a problem | ||
| 4/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $60,000$74/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #739044 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,800 -4.8% | $131,000 +15.3% |
| 2024 | $1,890 -3.9% | $113,600 |
| 2023 | $1,966 +0.8% | $113,600 +23.1% |
| 2022 | $1,950 +6.8% | $92,300 |
| 2021 | $1,826 -3.5% | $92,300 +12.8% |
| 2020 | $1,892 +5.2% | $81,800 |
| 2019 | $1,798 +1.4% | $81,800 +8.5% |
| 2018 | $1,774 | $75,400 |
| 2017 | $1,774 +13.6% | $75,400 +10.9% |
| 2016 | $1,562 | $68,000 |
| 2015 | $1,562 +6.1% | $68,000 +2.4% |
| 2014 | $1,472 | $66,400 |
| 2013 | -- | $66,400 +0.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $66,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $66,000 -7.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $71,100 |
| 2009 | -- | $71,100 +1.3% |
| 2008 | -- | $70,200 |
| 2007 | -- | $70,200 +6.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $66,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $66,000 +0.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $65,800 +19.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $55,210 |
| 2001 | -- | $55,210 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Oak Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Oak Park Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 1/10Harding Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 2/10North High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 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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