Welcome to 1519 32nd Street in Des Moines, a well-maintained 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home that offers both style and functionality. The main level features an updated kitchen with quartz countertops, black stainless steel appliances, and durable luxury vinyl flooring throughout the main floor. Two bedrooms on the main floor provide convenience and flexibility for a variety of living arrangements. Upstairs, you will find two additional bedrooms with beautiful hardwood floors, each offering walk-in closets, along with a full bathroom finished with quartz countertops. Situated on a nice lot with a 1.5 stall garage, this home has seen extensive improvements over the years that add both value and peace of mind. Major upgrades include: electrical rewire, concrete driveway, patio, and steps with handrails, new garage door, new roof on both the house and garage (2022), new air conditioning system (2023), new siding, and new windows (2024). Located within walking distance to Drake University, nearby shops, restaurants, and entertainment, this home offers both convenience and a desirable central location. With its layout, updates, and location, this property is a great option for both owner-occupants and those looking for a strong income property opportunity.
Pending
$235,000
1519 32nd St, Des Moines, IA 50311
4beds
1,357sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1914
6,534 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$173/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 71 days |
- 255 |
- 27 |
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Listed by:
Marc Olson 515-291-7900,
RE/MAX Concepts
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6337674
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Features
- Trim: Painted
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
- Basement: Partial
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,357 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached
- Garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
Lot
- Size: 6,534 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 132
Details
- Parcel number: 100/09545000000
- Zoning: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1914
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: MERRITT & FISCHERS PARK
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $173/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $199,400
- Annual tax amount: $3,758
- Date on market: 4/27/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 72 days
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/18/2026 | Pending sale | $235,000$173/sqft |
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| 4/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $235,000+51.6%$173/sqft |
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| 10/30/2019 | Sold | $155,000-3.1%$114/sqft |
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| 9/16/2019 | Pending sale | $159,900$118/sqft |
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| 9/4/2019 | Price change | $159,900-5.9%$118/sqft |
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| 8/2/2019 | Price change | $169,900-5.6%$125/sqft |
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| 7/24/2019 | Listed for sale | $179,900+38.9%$133/sqft |
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| 6/1/2007 | Sold | $129,500+117.6%$95/sqft |
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| 6/30/2006 | Sold | $59,500$44/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,650 +2.1% | $199,400 +9.7% |
| 2024 | $3,576 +8.6% | $181,800 |
| 2023 | $3,292 +0.7% | $181,800 +30.1% |
| 2022 | $3,268 +23.4% | $139,700 |
| 2021 | $2,648 -3.7% | $139,700 +31.7% |
| 2020 | $2,750 +6.2% | $106,100 |
| 2019 | $2,590 +1% | $106,100 +10.1% |
| 2018 | $2,564 | $96,400 |
| 2017 | $2,564 +8% | $96,400 +7% |
| 2016 | $2,374 | $90,100 |
| 2015 | $2,374 +7.5% | $90,100 +4.5% |
| 2014 | $2,208 | $86,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $86,200 -0.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $86,300 |
| 2011 | -- | $86,300 +10.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $78,300 |
| 2009 | -- | $78,300 |
| 2008 | -- | $78,300 |
| 2007 | -- | $78,300 -8% |
| 2006 | -- | $85,100 |
| 2005 | -- | $85,100 +12.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $75,770 +3.3% |
| 2002 | -- | $73,350 |
| 2001 | -- | $73,350 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Drake
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Perkins Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 3/10Meredith Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.2 mi
- 2/10Hoover High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.3 mi
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- Iowa
- Polk County
- Des Moines
- 50311
- Drake
- 1519 32nd St





