Beautifully remodeled South side ranch home. You will appreciate the attention to detail that has gone into this house. Warm White Oak wood floors have been restored in the spacious living room. Large picture window lets in lots of natural light. The kitchen is very functional and wonderfully updated. New tile floors. New appliances. New countertops and lighting. Nice sized pantry for storage in addition to plenty of cabinets and wall shelves.
The bathroom is completely new from top to bottom. Bedrooms are good sized and carpeted. Tons of storage in the clean basement. Washer and dryer located in the basement. Exterior offers a carport and storage shed.
Sellers are offering a home warranty with acceptable offer. Washer will be delivered last week in June. Selling agent has interest in the property.
House is being sold as is.
AN OFFER HAS BEEN ACCEPTED. Back up offers are being accepted through the inspection period.
Sold for $224,500
$224,500
1505 Emma Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
2beds
964sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
8,886 Square Feet Lot
$236,600 Zestimate®
$233/sqft
$1,377 Estimated rent
Home value
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$225,000 - $248,000
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Plenty of cabinetsNice sized pantryNew tile floorsNew countertopsLarge picture window
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Listed by:
Michelle Engler (515)255-9999,
Your Choice Realty, LC
Bought with:
Allie Robinson
Century 21 Signature
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 675922
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
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Partially Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 964
- Total interior livable area: 964 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 150
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Carport
- Has carport: Yes
Features
- Exterior features: Fence, Storage
- Fencing: Chain Link,Partial
Lot
- Size: 8,886 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 65 x 141
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 12006237000000
- Zoning: N3A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1955
Details
- Warranty included: Yes
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: $233/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $199,100
- Annual tax amount: $3,168
- Date on market: 6/22/2023
- Cumulative days on market: 4 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/1/2023 | Sold | $224,500$233/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #675922 Report a problem | ||
| 7/6/2023 | Pending sale | $224,500$233/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #675922 Report a problem | ||
| 6/22/2023 | Listed for sale | $224,500+79.6%$233/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #675922 Report a problem | ||
| 10/3/2022 | Sold | $125,000$130/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,404 +2% | $199,100 +17.4% |
| 2024 | $3,336 +8% | $169,600 |
| 2023 | $3,090 +0.8% | $169,600 +21.1% |
| 2022 | $3,064 +0.1% | $140,000 |
| 2021 | $3,060 -3.6% | $140,000 +6.7% |
| 2020 | $3,174 +3.9% | $131,200 |
| 2019 | $3,056 +1.3% | $131,200 +7.4% |
| 2018 | $3,018 | $122,200 |
| 2017 | $3,018 +14.2% | $122,200 +12.1% |
| 2016 | $2,642 | $109,000 |
| 2015 | $2,642 +9.1% | $109,000 +5.3% |
| 2014 | $2,422 | $103,500 |
| 2013 | -- | $103,500 -0.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $103,700 |
| 2011 | -- | $103,700 -4.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $108,100 |
| 2009 | -- | $108,100 -1.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $109,600 |
| 2007 | -- | $109,600 +4.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $105,100 |
| 2005 | -- | $105,100 +14.4% |
| 2003 | -- | $91,870 +10.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $83,170 |
| 2001 | -- | $83,170 |
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Neighborhood: Watrous South
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GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Wright Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 3/10Brody Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 2/10Lincoln 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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