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Sold for $118,000
    • $118,000

    1505 University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314

    4beds
    1,395sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1915
    8,581 Square Feet Lot
    $172,700 Zestimate®
    $85/sqft
    $1,552 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $172,700

    $143,000 - $200,000

    $1,552/mo

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    What's special

    Cozy fireplace
    Discover this charming 1.5-story home just minutes from downtown Des Moines, offering space, character, and convenience. The main level features two comfortable bedrooms, a full bathroom, a large living room with a cozy fireplace, and a dining area that flows into the kitchen. Upstairs, you’ll find two additional spacious bedrooms, perfect for extra living space, office needs, or guests. A great opportunity in a prime location close to restaurants, shops, and all the energy of downtown Des Moines. Don’t miss your chance to make this home your own!

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    Listed by:

    Karla Alaniz (515)897-9027,

    Keller Williams Realty GDM,

    Junior Ibarra 515-497-8133,

    Keller Williams Realty GDM

    Bought with:

    Christie Hayes

    RE/MAX Concepts

    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 730387MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bedrooms: 2
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove
    Features
    • Separate/Formal Dining Room
    • Basement: Unfinished
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,395
    • Total interior livable area: 1,395 sqft
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Features
    • Levels: One and One Half
    • Stories: 1.5
    • Fencing: Chain Link
    Lot
    • Size: 8,581 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 86 x 100
    • Features: Rectangular Lot
    Details
    • Parcel number: 080/00468001000
    • Zoning: RX1

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: One and One Half Story
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Metal Siding
    • Foundation: Brick/Mortar
    • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 1915

    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: $85/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $69,100
    • Annual tax amount: $1,300
    • Date on market: 11/13/2025
    • Cumulative days on market: 21 days
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
    • Road surface type: Concrete

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    1/30/2026Sold$118,000-9.2%$85/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #730387 Report a problem
    12/5/2025Pending sale$129,900$93/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #730387 Report a problem
    11/24/2025Price change$129,900-7.1%$93/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #730387 Report a problem
    11/13/2025Listed for sale$139,900+84.1%$100/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #730387 Report a problem
    3/24/2021Listing removed--
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    9/20/2016Listing removed$76,000$54/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    6/22/2016Listed for sale$76,000$54/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$982 +2.7%$69,100 +16.9%
    2024$956 +19.2%$59,100
    2023$802 +1%$59,100 +37.8%
    2022$794 +9.1%$42,900
    2021$728 -3.2%$42,900 +13.5%
    2020$752 +9%$37,800
    2019$690 +1.8%$37,800 +10.5%
    2018$678 $34,200
    2017$678 -25%$34,200 -0.3%
    2016$904 $34,300
    2015$904 +17.7%$34,300 +14.3%
    2014$768 $30,000
    2013-- $30,000 -15.7%
    2012-- $35,600
    2011-- $35,600 -13.4%
    2010-- $41,100
    2009-- $41,100 +4.1%
    2008-- $39,500
    2007-- $39,500 -9.6%
    2006-- $43,700
    2005-- $43,700 +24.6%
    2003-- $35,080 +42.7%
    2002-- $24,580
    2001-- $24,580
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    Neighborhood: King Irving

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    • 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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