Charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath bungalow near Grand View University featuring beautiful hardwood floors throughout the main level. Spacious living room, two bedrooms, full bath, and convenient main-floor laundry. Functional kitchen and dining area with stainless steel appliances included, plus a new garbage disposal. New HVAC system installed in 2023 for added efficiency and peace of mind. Partially fenced backyard offers great space for pets or entertaining. Detached garage provides additional storage and parking. Easy access to I-235 and I-80 for a quick commute to downtown Des Moines and surrounding areas. This home is eligible for NFC financing for qualified buyers, offering up to $10,000 toward personal remodeling updates and $2,500 toward buyer closing costs a great opportunity to add your own touches while keeping out-of-pocket expenses lower. Call a realtor and set up a showing today!
Pending
$165,000
1536 Royer St, Des Moines, IA 50316
2beds
1,016sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
6,403 Square Feet Lot
$163,100 Zestimate®
$162/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Stainless steel appliances included
- 104 days |
- 22 |
- 0 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Chris Moore (515)554-4549,
RE/MAX Concepts,
Cameron Campos 515-778-5345,
RE/MAX Concepts
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 734977
Originating 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, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,016
- Total interior livable area: 1,016 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 6,403 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 128
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 11005785000000
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow,Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1920
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: $162/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $156,000
- Annual tax amount: $2,940
- Date on market: 2/24/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 116 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
$163,100
$155,000 - $171,000
$1,166/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/24/2026 | Pending sale | $165,000$162/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 2/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $165,000+33.2%$162/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 12/3/2020 | Sold | $123,900-0.8%$122/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 10/19/2020 | Pending sale | $124,900$123/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Precision #616119 Report a problem | ||
| 10/15/2020 | Listed for sale | $124,900+13.5%$123/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Precision #616119 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2019 | Sold | $110,000$108/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 4/16/2019 | Pending sale | $110,000$108/sqft |
Source: Homefront Real Estate, LLC #577666 Report a problem | ||
| 3/11/2019 | Listed for sale | $110,000+13.4%$108/sqft |
Source: Homefront Real Estate, LLC #577666 Report a problem | ||
| 6/14/2017 | Sold | $97,000-1%$95/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 5/1/2017 | Pending sale | $98,000$96/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX REAL ESTATE GROUP #536056 Report a problem | ||
| 3/27/2017 | Listed for sale | $98,000+276.9%$96/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Real Estate Group #536056 Report a problem | ||
| 1/19/2017 | Listing removed | $26,000$26/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX REAL ESTATE GROUP #530517 Report a problem | ||
| 1/6/2017 | Pending sale | $26,000$26/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX REAL ESTATE GROUP #530517 Report a problem | ||
| 1/6/2017 | Listed for sale | $26,000$26/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX REAL ESTATE GROUP #530517 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,774 +2.1% | $156,000 +12.9% |
| 2024 | $2,718 +2.3% | $138,200 |
| 2023 | $2,658 +0.8% | $138,200 +22.5% |
| 2022 | $2,638 +37.8% | $112,800 |
| 2021 | $1,914 -3.5% | $112,800 +32.2% |
| 2020 | $1,984 +4.6% | $85,300 |
| 2019 | $1,896 +1.3% | $85,300 +7.8% |
| 2018 | $1,872 | $79,100 |
| 2017 | $1,872 -1.2% | $79,100 +10% |
| 2016 | $1,894 | $71,900 |
| 2015 | $1,894 +0.7% | $71,900 -2% |
| 2014 | $1,880 | $73,400 |
| 2013 | -- | $73,400 +0.8% |
| 2012 | -- | $72,800 |
| 2011 | -- | $72,800 -0.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $73,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $73,000 |
| 2008 | -- | $73,000 |
| 2007 | -- | $73,000 +5.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $69,200 |
| 2005 | -- | $69,200 +8% |
| 2003 | -- | $64,060 +23.3% |
| 2002 | -- | $51,960 |
| 2001 | -- | $51,960 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Est. payment$--/mo
Payment breakdown
Explore the cost of this home by adjusting the details. Changes won't be saved.All calculations are estimates and provided by Zillow, Inc. for informational purposes only. Actual amounts may vary.
HOA fees may include property taxes on listings classified as Co-Ops. Contact the listing agent and/or owner for fee details.
Mortgage interest rates are dependent on a number of factors, including credit score, down payment, and repayment length. Interest rate data provided by Zillow Group Marketplace, Inc. as of 1/1/1970 from various mortgage lenders with which we have lead or other similar arrangements; the Estimated Payment is an average of those rates.
See how much you could borrow to make a competitive offer.
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Union Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Cattell Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 2/10Goodrell Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 2/10North High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 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.
A local agent can set up tours, give advice and negotiate with sellers.
- Iowa
- Polk County
- Des Moines
- 50316
- Union Park
- 1536 Royer St





