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    • $150,000

    1526 Wilson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316

    2beds
    943sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1921
    8,450 Square Feet Lot
    $144,800 Zestimate®
    $159/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Beautiful original woodwork throughoutBrand new hvacHandicap accessible showerRamp to the backdoor
    Charming ranch-style home with 2 bedrooms, 1 bath and 943 sqft of finish. Beautiful original woodwork throughout. Handicap accessible shower and ramp to the backdoor. 1-car detached garage. Brand new HVAC was just installed. This home would be great for a first-time homebuyer looking to put in some sweat equity or an investor looking to add to their rental portfolio. Convenient location near Grandview College.
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    Listed by:

    Jessica Kiester,

    RE/MAX Concepts

    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 744673MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

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      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, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
      Features
      • Eat-in Kitchen
      • Basement: Unfinished
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 943
      • Total interior livable area: 943 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
      • Garage spaces: 1
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: Low Threshold Shower, Accessible Approach with Ramp
      Features
      • Stories: 1
      Lot
      • Size: 8,450 Square Feet
      • Features: Rectangular Lot
      Details
      • Parcel number: 11004639000000
      • Zoning: N5

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Ranch
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Vinyl Siding
      • Foundation: Brick/Mortar
      • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
      Condition
      • Year built: 1921

      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: $159/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $124,800
      • Annual tax amount: $2,352
      • Date on market: 7/8/2026
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
      • Road surface type: Concrete

        Estimated market value

        $144,800

        $138,000 - $152,000

        $1,194/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/8/2026Listed for sale$150,000$159/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #744673 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$2,216 +2%$124,800 +13%
        2024$2,172 -4.3%$110,400
        2023$2,270 +0.8%$110,400 +14.6%
        2022$2,252 +24.1%$96,300
        2021$1,814 -3.4%$96,300 +13.8%
        2020$1,878 +14.4%$84,600
        2019$1,642 +1.5%$84,600 +16%
        2018$1,618 $72,900
        2017$1,618 -4.6%$72,900 +6.1%
        2016$1,696 $68,700 -10.1%
        2015$1,696 +1%$76,400 -1.9%
        2014$1,680 $77,900
        2013-- $77,900 +0.4%
        2012-- $77,600
        2011-- $77,600 -1%
        2010-- $78,400
        2009-- $78,400 +1.8%
        2008-- $77,000
        2007-- $77,000 +1.3%
        2006-- $76,000
        2005-- $76,000 +7.3%
        2003-- $70,840 +13.4%
        2002-- $62,490
        2001-- $62,490
        Find assessor info on the county website

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Union Park

        Getting around

        31 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        25 / 100
        Some Transit
        34 / 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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