Welcome to this adorable South Side Ranch, sitting on a corner lot with mature shade tree. Offering three bedrooms, two bathrooms, lots of entertaining space, a fully fenced back yard and space to grow. Several updates to the exterior and interior of the home include a new roof and siding on East side of home in 2021, new AC unit 2021, new washer & dryer units 2022, furnace and LVP flooring in 2023, paint and trim updates. This home has been loved and adored by its large family for many years and is now ready for its next chapter. Schedule an appointment today for your private tour!
Sold for $240,000
$240,000
1500 Emma Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
3beds
1,505sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
0.25 Acres Lot
$263,700 Zestimate®
$159/sqft
$1,811 Estimated rent
Home value
$263,700
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Listed by:
Whitney Storjohann (641)485-5514,
Realty ONE Group Impact
Bought with:
Alexes Flores
RE/MAX Precision
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 698918
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Electric, Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Dining Area, Cable TV
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Fireplace Screen
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,505
- Total interior livable area: 1,505 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 250
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Fully Fenced, Patio, Storage
- Fencing: Chain Link,Wood,Full
Lot
- Size: 0.25 Acres
- Dimensions: 70 x 158
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 12006249000000
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1955
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/28/2024 | Sold | $240,000$159/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #698918 Report a problem | ||
| 7/15/2024 | Pending sale | $240,000$159/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #698918 Report a problem | ||
| 7/12/2024 | Listed for sale | $240,000+85.3%$159/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #698918 Report a problem | ||
| 11/25/2003 | Sold | $129,500+30.2%$86/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/14/1998 | Sold | $99,500$66/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,736 +2.2% | $246,200 +25.4% |
| 2024 | $3,656 +2.8% | $196,300 |
| 2023 | $3,556 +0.8% | $196,300 +22.8% |
| 2022 | $3,528 +0.1% | $159,800 |
| 2021 | $3,524 -3.6% | $159,800 +6.7% |
| 2020 | $3,656 +3.2% | $149,800 |
| 2019 | $3,544 +1.1% | $149,800 +6.7% |
| 2018 | $3,504 | $140,400 |
| 2017 | $3,504 +14.4% | $140,400 +12.3% |
| 2016 | $3,064 | $125,000 |
| 2015 | $3,064 +10.7% | $125,000 +6.8% |
| 2014 | $2,768 | $117,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $117,000 -0.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $117,500 |
| 2011 | -- | $117,500 -8.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $128,600 |
| 2009 | -- | $128,600 -3.9% |
| 2008 | -- | $133,800 |
| 2007 | -- | $133,800 +0.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $133,700 |
| 2005 | -- | $133,700 +18.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $112,410 +11.4% |
| 2002 | -- | $100,950 |
| 2001 | -- | $100,950 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Watrous South
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Wright Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 3/10Brody Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 1/10Lincoln High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 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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