Welcome home to this updated 2 bed 1 bath ranch where you will find all of the big things taken care of. Roof, HVAC, windows, and water heater all replaced in 2018. Full remodel also in 2018 included new kitchen cabinets, counters, appliances and LVP flooring throughout not to mention a fully remodeled bathroom. The unfinished walk-out basement with heated tuck-under garage doubles as storage or the potential for extra living space. In the spacious back yard you will find a new shed and dog enclosure that will remain with the home.
Sold for $162,000
$162,000
1523 Allison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314
2beds
816sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
0.26 Acres Lot
$160,800 Zestimate®
$199/sqft
$1,244 Estimated rent
Home value
$160,800
$151,000 - $170,000
$1,244/mo
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Fully remodeled bathroomDog enclosureNew kitchen cabinets
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Listed by:
Deanna Lane (515)453-7200,
BHHS First Realty Westown
Bought with:
Julia Mena
RE/MAX Concepts
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 717783
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
- Separate/Formal Dining Room, Window Treatments
- Basement: Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
Interior area
- Total structure area: 816
- Total interior livable area: 816 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Fire Pit, Patio, Storage
Lot
- Size: 0.26 Acres
- Dimensions: 75 x 151
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 08001238000000
- Zoning: N4
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/23/2025 | Sold | $162,000-1.2%$199/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #717783 Report a problem | ||
| 6/24/2025 | Pending sale | $164,000$201/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #717783 Report a problem | ||
| 6/6/2025 | Price change | $164,000-3%$201/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #717783 Report a problem | ||
| 5/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $169,000+30.1%$207/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #717783 Report a problem | ||
| 6/14/2019 | Sold | $129,900$159/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #581462 Report a problem | ||
| 5/6/2019 | Pending sale | $129,900$159/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Realty Greater Des Moines #581462 Report a problem | ||
| 5/3/2019 | Price change | $129,900+4%$159/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Realty Greater Des Moines #581462 Report a problem | ||
| 11/20/2018 | Listed for sale | $124,900+93.6%$153/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty #572946 Report a problem | ||
| 8/29/2006 | Sold | $64,500$79/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,214 +2.3% | $136,500 +13.3% |
| 2024 | $2,164 +0.2% | $120,500 |
| 2023 | $2,160 +0.8% | $120,500 +19.9% |
| 2022 | $2,142 +14.3% | $100,500 |
| 2021 | $1,874 -3.5% | $100,500 +20.1% |
| 2020 | $1,942 -1.4% | $83,700 |
| 2019 | $1,970 +1% | $83,700 +14.2% |
| 2018 | $1,950 | $73,300 |
| 2017 | $1,950 +3.8% | $73,300 +2.8% |
| 2016 | $1,878 | $71,300 |
| 2015 | $1,878 +3.8% | $71,300 +0.8% |
| 2014 | $1,810 | $70,700 |
| 2013 | -- | $70,700 +0.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $70,600 |
| 2011 | -- | $70,600 -3.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $73,100 |
| 2009 | -- | $73,100 +4.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $70,000 |
| 2007 | -- | $70,000 +6.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $65,600 |
| 2005 | -- | $65,600 +16.4% |
| 2003 | -- | $56,350 +8.3% |
| 2002 | -- | $52,040 |
| 2001 | -- | $52,040 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Chautauqua Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Monroe Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.1 mi
- 3/10Meredith Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.7 mi
- 2/10Hoover High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.8 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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