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    • Price cut: $4K (7/9)
    $145,000

    1516 E Jefferson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316

    2beds
    780sqft
    : 
    $1,071/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1918
    9,016 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $186/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Lots of natural lightFreshly painted walls
    Welcome to this updated, move-in-ready, 2-bedroom, 1-bath bungalow located in the heart of Des Moines just South of Grandview University and close to the Union Park neighborhood, As you enter the home, you find newly installed steps that enhance the home's curb appeal. Good size living and dining area and kitchen with plenty of cabinet space opening into an extra space which can be an overflow dining leading to the backyard deck. Freshly painted walls and lots of natural light create a good ambiance for the home. Laundry room in the basement, with newly installed windows for natural lighting . Step outside to the deck and enjoy the large backyard for recreation and fresh air. The detached garage has a newly installed door for your vehicle and garden tools safety. Schools are within 2 miles of the commute. Make this your home today!
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Lester Mwirichia (515)441-2005,

    Keller Williams Realty GDM,

    Stephen Munywe 515-770-9271,

    Keller Williams Realty GDM

    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 741188MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

      Facts & 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
      • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
      • Basement: Unfinished
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 780
      • Total interior livable area: 780 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
      • Garage spaces: 1
      Features
      • Patio & porch: Deck
      • Exterior features: Deck
      Lot
      • Size: 9,016 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 50 x 180
      • Features: Rectangular Lot
      Details
      • Parcel number: 11005672000000
      • Zoning: R

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Bungalow
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Metal Siding
      • Foundation: Block
      • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
      Condition
      • Year built: 1918

      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: $186/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $128,500
      • Annual tax amount: $2,422
      • Date on market: 5/19/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 38 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
      • Road surface type: Concrete

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/14/2026Pending sale$145,000$186/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #741188 Report a problem
        7/9/2026Price change$145,000-2.7%$186/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #741188 Report a problem
        7/7/2026Listed for sale$149,000$191/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #741188 Report a problem
        6/11/2026Pending sale$149,000$191/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #741188 Report a problem
        5/19/2026Listed for sale$149,000+69.3%$191/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #741188 Report a problem
        4/13/2026Sold$88,000+32.3%$113/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        5/25/2001Sold$66,500+15.7%$85/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        7/1/1998Sold$57,500$74/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$2,272 +2.1%$128,500 +13.5%
        2024$2,226 -4.1%$113,200
        2023$2,322 +0.8%$113,200 +14.9%
        2022$2,304 +6.5%$98,500
        2021$2,164 -3.7%$98,500 +13.6%
        2020$2,248 -57.1%$86,700
        2019$5,239 +160.4%$86,700 +14.7%
        2018$2,012 $75,600
        2017$2,012 +7.2%$75,600 +6.2%
        2016$1,876 $71,200
        2015$1,876 +7.6%$71,200 +4.6%
        2014$1,744 $68,100
        2013-- $68,100 +0.1%
        2012-- $68,000
        2011-- $68,000 -8.5%
        2010-- $74,300
        2009-- $74,300 +2.1%
        2008-- $72,800
        2007-- $72,800 -4.3%
        2006-- $76,100
        2005-- $76,100 +16.8%
        2003-- $65,170 +23.3%
        2002-- $52,860
        2001-- $52,860
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Union Park

        Getting around

        33 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        31 / 100
        Some Transit
        39 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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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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